Employees Awarded 2023 Advancement for Clinical Excellence (ACE)
October 11, 2023
We recognized thirty-seven individuals from across the organization as Advancement for Clinical Excellence (ACE) Awardees. Nurses, behavioral technicians and specialists, and respiratory, physical, occupational, speech & language, and recreation therapists were recognized for progressing up the clinical ladder; completing the education, certification, skill growth, and more in each stage.
The Clinical Ladders Growth Program provides opportunities for career advancement at Hospital for Special Care. Clinical staff engage in various initiatives and projects, including mentorship, skill advancement, certification, and procedure implementation. Individuals in all stages of their careers can join the program and participate in advancement opportunities. The program aims to recognize clinical staff’s contributions to patient care and their respective professions.
The following individuals were recognized this year:
Level 2
Annette Morin, Behavioral Technician
Brion Oliver, Behavioral Technician
Elizabeth Collin, SLP
Hayley Sartor, OT
Jacklyn Dugan, Behavioral Specialist
Jasmina Guster, RN
Jennifer Andrulat, RRT
Karim Ba, Behavioral Technician
Lauren Criniti, SLP
Lurine Mack, RN
Meredith Fote, RN
Sandy LaGrave, LPN
Sharon Mann, RRT
Victoria Walsh, RN
Level 3
Autumn Jayson, RN
Barbara Malyszko, CNA
Clarissa Gonzalez, CNA
Karolina Mimouni, RN
Krista Orszulak, SLP
Michelle Bartell, CNA
Monique Jones-Pelletier, Behavioral Specialist
Nicole Meggett, Behavioral Specialist
Sarah Barnes, PT
Level 4
Allison Gallaher, MS, CCC SLP
Christina Rivard, RRT
Christine Vogt, RRT
Joline Farris, RRT
Keturah Best, RRT
Kim Winter, MA,CCC SLP
Kristin Toscano, RRT
Kylee Warden, MSOL, CTRS
Samantha Sowik, RRT
Sandy Morales, MSN, RN