Mission Hospital’s Neurology and Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Mary Kay Bader, is the recipient of the national 2008 “Excellent Clinical Nurse Specialist Award.” The award is bestowed by the American Association for Critical-Care Nurses on those who exemplify excellence in the care of acutely and critically ill patients and their families. The honor is given to one certified Critical Care Nurse Specialist annually.
“I am privileged to work at Mission Hospital where the physicians, nurses, and techs work together,” said Bader in accepting the honor. “This week, one of our families affectionately called us ‘TEAM MISSION’ due to incredible teamwork and excellence demonstrated throughout the neurotrauma unit and organization.”
“Mary Kay is a talented, dedicated nurse who has touched many lives, especially those dealing with life threatening conditions or injuries,” said Peter F. Bastone, President and Chief Executive Officer with Mission Hospital. “She is a leader in patient advocacy and a relentless champion, always looking to develop best practices that support Mission Hospital in providing the highest quality of care.”
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In April, 2006, my mother was a patient at Mission Hospital after having a ruptured brain aneurysm. Mission Hospital saved her life. During the nearly two months she spent in the ICU, every nurse, doctor, and administrator we spoke to mentioned Nurse Bader as the reason that the hospital had the equipment, training, and expertise needed for my Mom’s condition. It is a miracle she is still alive. Congratulations Nurse Bader. Your efforts have touched many lives.
I had the priveledge to here Mary Kay speak in Terre Haute, IN at a critical care symposium. She is a very talented person and touched many lives just speaking including mine.