Elaine Drew, RN, is the latest Central Maine Healthcare winner of the DAISY Award.
The DAISY award is an international recognition program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary, compassionate and skillful care nurses give every day. Nurses can be nominated by patients or co-workers.
Elaine Drew has been with Central Maine Healthcare for almost 45 years. She is the program coordinator for the Bridgton Hospital Diabetes Clinic. When she’s not working at the hospital, Elaine can often be found donating her time at local food pantries and providing free blood pressure screenings, diabetes education and wellness screenings to members of the community.
Elaine was nominated by Stephany Jacques, RN, MSN, president of Bridgton Hospital.
“A specific criterion named by the DAISY Foundation is for a recipient to create a culture that empowers and supports all team members,” Jacques said. “The nurse we are honoring today ensures others around her are acknowledged for their hard work and efforts while quietly standing by, enjoying seeing other nurses and team members be recognized.
“Wherever there is community gathering for the greater good, you can find Elaine. She brings caring for the community to a whole new level.”
Pictured: Elaine Drew, RN, surrounded by fellow employees and former Bridgton Hospital nurses