Elena is a wonderful nurse and teammate. She always has the needs of the newborns and their families as her first priority. She demonstrates compassion, competence, and leadership every day and in every way. Elena's co-workers look to her as a guide and resource in all aspects of newborn and family care. Elena was nominated by several of her co-workers and Nursing Supervisors because of her dedication and commitment to the patients, her team, and the hospital.

One co-worker writes, "I have worked with Elena for the last 6 years. She is knowledgeable, dependable, and a team player. She is a compassionate human being and all of the staff love to work with her. It is a pleasure to have someone like Elena in the nursing profession."