R: Pam Norton, CRNA, BSN
The Cameos of Caring® awards recognize nursing professional who are as role models within their facility and beyond. Individuals are recognized within specialty categories (Advanced Practice, Case Manager, Donate Life, and Quality & Safety) and are nominated by their facility. Designated committees select a limited number of award recipients for these areas.
The 2017 Cameos of Caring Gala was held Saturday, November 4 at the David L. Lawerence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, where two of our outstanding CRNAs were honored. Rick Henker, CRNA, PhD won the Advanced Practice Award. His wife Dr. Hiroko Henker accepted the award on his behalf as Rick was away teaching in Cambodia. Pam Norton, CRNA, BSN from UPMC Presbyterian also won an award.
Congratulations to our winners! By receiving this prestigious award, Rick and Pam are celebrated for their commitment to consistent, proactive clinical decision-making and excellence in nursing care, advocacy for patients and their families, and for serving as a a role model to other healthcare professionals.