“Nursing evolves,” said Karen Daniels, vice president of nursing at Halifax Regional. “There has always been the need for someone to care for the ill and injured. As the profession of nursing evolves, it changes and advances in response to the needs of society.
“Today, there is an ever-growing emphasis on wellness and nursing is following suit. These Great 100 nurses, along with all Halifax Regional nurses, not only provide sick care, but work with patients to promote healthy living and wellness.”
Hope Lonesky has been a RN with Halifax Regional for 19 years serving in the Birthing Center for the past 18 years.
She is engaged with her patients and her involvement in community health education reflects her commitment, HRMC said in a statement.
Lonesky is actively involved in the Nurse Family Partnership which provides first-time moms and their babies care, support, and education with the goal of making positive long-term family improvements. She also leads the Breastfeeding Task Force, helping to identify strategies to increase breastfeeding awareness and spread the news to about of the overall health benefits of breastfeeding.
With 15 years of experience, labor and delivery nurse Medlin demonstrates integrity, honesty and accountability, the hospital said.
Medlin is highly respected by physicians and colleagues for her vast knowledge of obstetrics patients. Medlin is a level three LEAP recipient—a program designed for nurses demonstrating leadership, model nurse behavior, advocacy for nursing, and professionalism—in addition to being a contributing member of Halifax Regional’s Critical Congenital Heart Disease team to implement the best care practices for newborns.
“Tracy and Hope are both truly amazing nurses,” said Amy Joseph, nurse manager of the Halifax Regional Birthing Center. “They show their passion for nursing every day and it makes a huge difference for their patients. Their colleagues and I area extremely proud of their achievement and congratulate them on becoming part of the Great 100.”
Both Lonesky and Medlin now join the ranks of 21 other Halifax Regional nurses who have been recognized among The Great 100 since its inception in 1989. “These nurses have all exhibited outstanding professional ability and made significant contributions to improving community health,” HRMC said.
All the Great 100 award recipients will be celebrated during a formal gala event at the Raleigh Convention Center on October 17.
