Congratulations to Patricia Reese, BSN CDN RN for being recognized with Tift Regional’s L.E.A.D.E.R. Award on July 23.

Patricia serves as Director of Outpatient Dialysis for Tift Regional Health System. Patricia was nominated by the staff members at the Tift Regional Dialysis Center for her inspiring management style and dedication to quality, compassionate care. This award goes to a nominee each quarter who is at or above the department manager level and has at least one year of service in his or her current role.

What does the acronym L.E.A.D.E.R. mean? LEADERSHIP is inspiring others to come together for a common purpose. EXCELLENCE in leadership means going above and beyond to ensure that a group is successful and effective. A leader maintains a positive ATTITUDE, facing obstacles with dignity and strength. A leader displays tact and DIPLOMACY, showing great skill in dealing with people in a sensitive and effective way. A leader has a great work ETHIC, displays EMPATHY toward others and is EFFICIENT and thorough with tasks. A leader displays RESPONSIBILITY and accountability for actions and is RESPECTFUL of the thoughts and ideas of others.