Penne is a constant example of “above and beyond.” I’ve known Penne in a professional capacity for 10-plus years. When you see Penne, you see a nurse who loves her job and her patients. Penne comes to work with a smile and positive attitude and shows compassion to all her patients.

Penne takes as much time with each patient as needed to meet their needs. I have witnessed Penne having a friendly conversation with her patients- making a personal connection. Each patient feels like they are her only priority. She ensures all of their needs are met, from the most basic to the most challenging. She is a fierce advocate for her patients and truly listens.

Not only is Penne an amazing nurse, but she’s also an amazing teammate. She treats everyone on the team with respect. She orients new nurses and is fabulous resource for students, new staff and anyone floating to Med/Surg. She also takes it upon herself to celebrate the staff. Recently she took individual pictures of each staff person and placed them on a display as a recognition and celebration for Nurse’s Week. Although it was Nurse’s Week, she celebrated everyone on the team! She truly embodies the profession of nursing and is a valuable asset, not only to Capital Region Medical Center, but to the profession of nursing.

Penne – these are some wonderful comments from your patients:

• “Penne is an amazing Nurse, not just for me, but for my family as well.”
• “One of the best nurses you could ask for.”
• “I would definitely recommend Penne to anyone. She is very caring. We loved having Penne as our nurse, and looked forward to her returning the next day.”

• “I was with Penne for an afternoon, and she took so much time to teach. She didn’t just teach me how to do something, she taught me why she was doing it. She also took the time to explain about the medications she was giving the patient and what to watch for if there would be side effects.”
• “Penne is helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly.”
• “Penne is an example of a nurse I want to be one day.”
• “Penne is a preceptor who takes the responsibility of sharing their job knowledge by teaching, acting as a leader and as a role model.”