Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital were proud to celebrate the dedication and commitment of their staff during a special luncheon held last week. The event honored employees who have reached significant milestones in their tenure with the hospitals.

Service awards are presented on a monthly or bi-monthly basis, recognizing employees in five-year increments for their continued contributions to patient care and hospital operations.

This month’s honorees included:

5 Years of Service:

Nichole Adames, Surgical Technologist

Lewis Nicholas, Paramedic

Abbie Wilkins, RN, Surgical Services

Candy Warren, CNA

Glenda Goodman, Telecommunications

10 Years of Service:

Christine Kunz, RN, Swain Community Hospital

20 Years of Service:

Judy Eich, RN, Swain Community Hospital

Vanessa Moore, Respiratory Therapist

Michele Robertson, RN, Clinical Education

30 Years of Service:

Malanie Cooper, Mammography Technologist

During the event, department leaders shared remarks highlighting the dedication and contributions of each honoree. Each recipient was then presented with a plaque in recognition of their service.

"We are incredibly fortunate to have such dedicated professionals who provide compassionate, high-quality care to our patients and communities," said Ashley Hindman, CEO of Harris Regional and Swain Community Hospitals. "Recognizing their commitment at each milestone is an honor, and we deeply appreciate their contributions to our hospitals."

Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital remain committed to their mission of making communities healthier by fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, physicians and providers choose to practice, and patients choose to come for care.