Nursing Recognition
Recognizing nurses is essential to fostering a culture of appreciation, resilience and excellence in patient care. Acknowledging their dedication, compassion and expertise not only boosts morale but also reinforces their vital role in improving patient outcomes. Celebrating nurses’ contributions, big and small, creates a supportive work environment, enhances job satisfaction and inspires continued professional growth.
DAISY Award
The DAISY Award was established in 2000 in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who passed away from complications of idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura at the age of 33. The DAISY Foundation is dedicated to funding research for immune system diseases, as well as recognizing exceptional nurses around the country through the DAISY Award.
Patients, visitors and employees are encouraged to nominate a deserving nurse.
BEE Award
The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein (CHAM) recognizes support personnel alongside nurses through a similar honor called the BEE Award. Anyone at CHAM who supports patient care—such as nursing assistants, respiratory therapists, transporters, unit clerks, housekeepers, dietary aides, and nutrition and child life therapists—can be nominated for the BEE Award.
Caring Heart Award
The Caring Heart Award at CHAM is an annual award that honors clinical nurses, nurse educators, nurse preceptors, advanced practice nurses and nurse leaders who exemplify extraordinary compassion, dedication and excellence in pediatric care. This prestigious award recognizes those who go above and beyond to provide exceptional, family-centered care, demonstrating empathy, advocacy and a true commitment to our patients and their families.
CHAM Awards and Recognition
CHAM is proud to have achieved American Nurses Credentialing Center Practice Transition Accreditation Program® designation, recognizing our commitment to supporting newly licensed nurses as they transition into professional practice. This distinction reflects the strength of our nurse residency program, which is grounded in evidence-based practice, mentorship and a culture of continuous learning. At CHAM, we are dedicated to developing confident, competent nurses and advancing nursing excellence to ensure the highest-quality care for our patients and families.
We are proud to announce that our Pediatric Emergency Department at CHAM has been honored with the prestigious Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award. This national recognition highlights our commitment to exceptional patient care, innovation and leadership in emergency nursing.
These achievements reinforce our mission to provide compassionate, evidence-based and family-centered care, making a meaningful difference in the lives of our staff and patients every day.
The CHAM Nurse Residency Program is accredited as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs.