Celebrating Nurses and Their Exemplary Commitment to our Patients
May 19, 2026
HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital honored all nurses during National Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2026, and proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Nursing Exemplar Awards.
Good Shepherd Hospital’s Chief Administrative Officer Anthony Powers shared his pride in the care provided by the nursing staff. “Nursing is more than a career, it is a calling grounded in compassion, service and a steadfast commitment to others. Every day, our nurses bring their whole hearts to the work, delivering exceptional care to our patients and supporting the Effingham community with skill and grace,” he said. “We are deeply grateful for their dedication, their hard work and the lasting impact they make in so many lives.”
During National Nurses Week, Good Shepherd Hospital hosted the annual Nursing Exemplar Awards Ceremony. Nominations for various nursing awards were submitted by colleagues, physicians, leaders and others to highlight the above and beyond work of individuals who pursue excellence in their nursing role. Below is the full list of winners.
Preceptor of the Year
Regina “Renee” Waddington, RN
Clinical Excellence in Nursing
Mary Thull, RN
Rookie of the Year
Trevor Storm, RN
Ancillary Team Member of the Year
Gloria Manship, Patient Safety Assistant
Hospital leaders also celebrated two colleagues as our most recent recipients of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses as well as the Bee Award honoring ancillary team members.
DAISY Award
Angie Jesse, LPN II
Bee Award
Kimberly Williams, Patient Care Assistant II
Photo Caption: HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital Excellence in Nursing Awardee Mary Thull, RN, (center) poses with hospital leaders in celebration of her win. Nominations were submitted by hospital colleagues and providers throughout April with award presentations for several different categories announced during Nurses Week.
Good Shepherd Hospital’s Chief Administrative Officer Anthony Powers shared his pride in the care provided by the nursing staff. “Nursing is more than a career, it is a calling grounded in compassion, service and a steadfast commitment to others. Every day, our nurses bring their whole hearts to the work, delivering exceptional care to our patients and supporting the Effingham community with skill and grace,” he said. “We are deeply grateful for their dedication, their hard work and the lasting impact they make in so many lives.”
During National Nurses Week, Good Shepherd Hospital hosted the annual Nursing Exemplar Awards Ceremony. Nominations for various nursing awards were submitted by colleagues, physicians, leaders and others to highlight the above and beyond work of individuals who pursue excellence in their nursing role. Below is the full list of winners.
Preceptor of the Year
Regina “Renee” Waddington, RN
Clinical Excellence in Nursing
Mary Thull, RN
Rookie of the Year
Trevor Storm, RN
Ancillary Team Member of the Year
Gloria Manship, Patient Safety Assistant
Hospital leaders also celebrated two colleagues as our most recent recipients of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses as well as the Bee Award honoring ancillary team members.
DAISY Award
Angie Jesse, LPN II
Bee Award
Kimberly Williams, Patient Care Assistant II
Photo Caption: HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital Excellence in Nursing Awardee Mary Thull, RN, (center) poses with hospital leaders in celebration of her win. Nominations were submitted by hospital colleagues and providers throughout April with award presentations for several different categories announced during Nurses Week.
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