Cheers to 40 Years Anniversary & Appreciation Celebration

Events

Nov 29

Written By Kait Schmidek

In-Kind
Kiwi Nurseries Ltd
Partner In Mental Health - Visionary
Karen Fraser - Tim Hortons Stony Plain
Partner In Mental Health
Britannia Hills Massage Clinic
Century 21 Masters Stony Plain
Crown & Fox
Lobay Dental Group
TransAlta Corporation
Sinclair Law Office
Steady Gait Planning Inc
WYW Partner Delivery
Alberta Parenting for the Future Association
City Spruce Grove Community Social Development
Town of Stony Plain Community Social Development
TransAlta Tri-Leisure Centre
Tri-Region Mayors' Golf Classic
WestView Primary Care Network (PCN)
Partner in Health
AltaPro Electric Ltd
BMO | Nesbit Burns The Spasiuk Reynolds Wealth Advisory Group
Breakaway Chartered Accountants LLP
Pineridge Golf Resort
RJ enterprises
Rotary Club of Stony Plain
Safety Supplies Canada
Spruce Grove Legion Branch 281
Zender Ford
Non-Profit Benefactor
St. Andrew's United Church Thrift Shop
Corporate Benefactor
Thompson Construction Group
TransAlta Corporation
Philanthropic Supporter
Leder Family Foundation
Thompson Family Foundation
Community Health: Shauna Gallaugher, RN & CDN (clinical development nurse)
“Shauna does so much for our healthcare team. She works hard to ensure we have all the updates, are educated, and that our wellbeing as a staff is in check. She does so much extra for our team, going above and beyond for the team and for patients. She has been a rock with the conversion to Connect Care. She is kind and giving and is such a ray of sunshine in our office.”
IV Clinic: Courtney Richard, LPN
“Courtney always puts the patient first, is a very fast, efficient worker, and has lots of dedicated years of service with AHS”.
Wound Clinic: Vanessa Vermeer, RN
“Vanessa is very approachable and knowledgeable about wound care. If a patient needs to be seen, she will usually squeeze them in and make sure they get the care needed. She often follows up with the patient by phone the next day because she cares.”
Home Living: Amber-Dawn Belarmino, RN Care Case Manager
“Amber is a hard worker, always takes on-call shifts, she cares deeply about Palliative Care”.
Wound Clinic Vanessa Vermeer, RN
“Vanessa is very approachable and knowledgeable about wound care. If a patient needs to be seen, she will usually squeeze them in and make sure they get the care needed. She often follows up with the patient by phone the next day because she cares.”
Environmental Services: Jackie Kyle
“Jackie represents what it means to be a team player. Whether its helping other housekeeping staff to get a job done or picking up shifts that are left open. Jackie gladly does what it takes to get a job done. Jackie is kind, respectful, & considerate of others. A truly genuine & authentic individual. She has been at site for 8 years.”
Diagnostic Imaging: Tracy Keefe
“Tracy is always positive and friendly towards her patients and co-workers. Always willing to help your teammates. She has a calm demeanor and does not get excited when stressful situations arise. It's always a pleasure to work with and have as part of our team”.
Administration: Donna Wuychuk
“Donna has recently retired from WVHC; however, in her role as Administrative Assistant to the Director, Donna worked alongside the Tri-Community Health & Wellness Foundation, which was also previously named the Stony Plain Hospital Foundation, now known as the WestView Health Foundation for 30 years. Donna worked tirelessly to help with Golf Tournaments, the Festival of Trees, and many other events hosted by the Foundation to help ensure each event was a success.”
Facility Maintenance: Roy Cowan
“Roy has been with AHS for over 40 years, 16 years at the WVHC. He is described as possessing a "go above" work ethic. He strives to make a difference in everyone's hospital experience”.
Mental Health & Addiction: Merly Murray
“Meryl has always helped others who are in need, even though the task at hand may not be easy. A true hero has a very special power: COMPASSION. This explains Meryl to a T. It has been an honor to work with her at WestView.”
Continuing Care: Heather Kuva, LPN
“Heather joined the team as a Health Care Aide in 2018 and later completed her schooling to return to the unit as an LPN. Her diverse experience and insight show in every interaction with the residents, families, and the team. She brings her calm demeanor, sense of humor, and astute problem-solving strategies to every situation. She demonstrates dedication to ensuring the highest quality of health care for every client and resident. Heather is a strong team member and a leader, demonstrating the values of AHS and Hospice Care.”
Food Services: Irene Costa
“Irene is always helping other staff. She gets her own work done quickly and then will do whatever extra work there is or help anyone else who is behind. Mostly though, Irene is the most accommodating worker for our patients. She will make multiple trips back and forth to the kitchen to ensure our patients are happy with their meals. She takes time to ask how they are, and many have left compliments about how caring she is. She can also be a bit silly and will often have them laughing or smiling. Even the patient’s family members have commented on the excellent care provided by her.”
Lab Services: Shanon Preece
“Shanon is a great teammate and treats everyone with kindness and respect.”
Shipping/Receiving Supply Management: Jedidah Bermudez
“In a word, Jed is exemplary in her job and her interactions with staff as she performs her daily/weekly duties. She performs any task with a smile. She has an infectious giggle, sometimes roaring into laughter. She is always willing and able to lend a hand inside and outside of her own department. She has a very natural ability and willingness to mentor/coach others within her department so that any task required can be completed. She is constantly looking for ways to keep labels and carts up-to-date and also views any task as to how she/we can possibly improve our outcomes for everyone at the hospital. Jed makes anyone and everyone at the site feel as though they are part of the site's “family”.
Day Surgery Unit: Crystal Tewes
“Crystal Tewes is a relatively new employee to WestView, having started in 2021; she moved into the role of supply coordinator in 2023. Having no previous experience with the specialized equipment needed in a surgical area, she very quickly learned the role and provided stability to the bustling Day Surgery/Operating Room at WestView. Having the supplies and equipment on hand and in good condition allows the department to provide quality timely care to the patients seen at WestView. She works collaboratively with her coworkers and knows when to share information or ask questions to keep things working smoothly. Crystal's hard work and dedication provide stability and trust within the entire OR team.”
ER: Brenda Propp, LPN & Ortho Tech
“Brenda has worked in WestView ER since 2001 and is a nurse who lives the AHS values and strives for excellence in her care for the community. Brenda is a leader in the department, especially with her expertise in orthopedic skills. She has assisted with her co-worker education sessions and is always willing to provide support to her coworkers on her shifts in the Emergency department. Brenda is very knowledgeable and makes an effort to stay up-to-date on education as well. Brenda always focuses on patient safety and the patient experience. She takes time with each patient to understand their concerns and responds to the best of her ability. Brenda always gives 100% during her workday and is well-respected by her coworkers. She is an amazing nurse and a great coworker who deserves to be recognized for the contribution she has made to the WestView Health Centre and her community.”
Family Medicine: Patricia Barbe, RN
“Patricia Barbe RN is a health care hero with the Family Medicine team. She is very calm and thoughtful in her interactions, demonstrating professionalism and respect for all of her patients and colleagues. Patricia is approachable and collaborative with her team to ensure the best patient outcomes. I feel confident in her knowledge and skills, and I know she is always willing to help when needed.”
ER, Clinical Liaison: Ivy Drews, RN
“Sometimes, a hero is someone who starts out ordinary but then makes themselves extraordinary with their effort and dedication. Ivy has shown this over her career and has always been willing to advocate for her patients and her community.”
ER: Dr Ryan Oland, Facility Medical Director
“Dr. Oland has been at the hospital as long as I can remember. His service is the greatest, he always has time to help and takes time to know his patients. Dr Oland digs deep to identify issues, very supportive during traumatic ordeals.”
ER, Anesthesia: Dr Micheal Savard
“Dr Savard was raised on a farm outside of Stony Plain. He attended school in this community and attended the University of Alberta. He returned to this area to set up a Family practice, and following that, he decided to work in the ER & OR. He remains working at the WestView Health Centre and provides excellent, down-to-earth care.”
Food Services: Vicki McKale, Manager
“Vicki and her team are most important to the hospital because they feed everyone. Always very welcoming and helpful. Cooperative and accommodating when patrons need help with getting nourishment. Balancing the needs of those who use the services.”
Cast Clinic: Dr. Don Nixon
“Dr. Donald Nixon began his career as an ER doctor 52 years ago at the Royal Alexandra Hospital where he practiced for 26 years. He was there when a small plane crashed into the hospital much to the surprise of staff at the time as well as through the tornado that swept through Edmonton on what we now know as Black Friday. The next 26 years of his career brought him closer to home and his beloved family when he began work at the hospital in Stony Plain, now the WestView Health Centre. His years in medicine have been spent travelling on important mission trips with World Medical, Samaritan’s Purse and LIGA Flying Doctors of Mercy, Dr. Nixon visited countries such as Kenya, Sierra Leone, the Philippians, Cambodia, North Vietnam, Ecuador, twice to Haiti and three trips to Mexico. He is genuine and dedicated, caring, and loved by all who know him, even bringing a horse in to visit the long-term care patients to brighten their day. A family man, farmer, ER doctor and missionary, Dr. Nixon has accomplished a rare balance of all that he loves.”
Marilyn Vik
A longtime volunteer of the WestView Health Foundation, supporting the Foundation in its activities to fulfill its mission. Marilyn is also an employee of the WestView Health Centre, starting her career at the Stony Plain Hospital. Last year Marilyn joined the WestVIew Health Foundation as our Volunteer Coordinator. Her organization and leadership ability have been very impactful to the Foundation, recruiting and scheduling volunteers for our many events, including the 96 volunteer shifts required for the SMILE cookie campaign. She helps keep us on track and ensures our events are a success!