23 February 2017
We are delighted to announce the finalists in the 2017 Celebrating Excellence Awards, and would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who nominated.
A total of 122 nominations were received highlighting worthy healthcare teams, top professionals and supporters who have been recognised for their commitment to providing excellent services in NHS Borders. The award categories reflect NHS Borders corporate objectives and values, and will celebrate individuals and teams who have worked hard to uphold these.
And your finalists (in alphabetical order) are:
Award Category |
Finalists |
Values Award |
Nicky Berry, Associate Director of Nursing/Head of Midwifery. |
Improving Health |
Borders Healthy Living Network |
Innovation & Improvement |
Dialysis Unit |
Leading by Example |
Dr Janet Bennison, Consultant |
Primary Care Provider |
Dr Gillian Arbuckle, GP |
Rising Star |
Dr Jonathan Bridges, GP |
Clinical Excellence |
Emma Allan, Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner |
Partnership Working |
Borders Alcohol and Drugs Partnership and Executive Group |
Supporter of the Year |
Borders Hospital Radio Service Billy Welsh, Volunteer |
Behind the Scenes: Clinical |
Elaine Hancock, Prescribing Support Pharmacist |
Behind the Scenes: Non Clinical |
Catering Team |
Person Centred Care |
Adele Dougall, Staff Nurse |
In addition, our Chairman will give his commendations before presenting ‘The Chairman’s Award’ at the ‘Celebrating Excellence’ event which will be held at Springwood Park, Kelso on Saturday 29th April 2017.
NHS Borders Chairman, John Raine said: “The Celebrating Excellence awards ceremony is an opportunity to recognise the hard work, commitment and dedication of staff and volunteers across the organisation. I look forward to welcoming the finalists, members of staff and invited guests to Springwood at the end of April.”