At Suburban Hospital, we are proud to foster an environment of nursing excellence. Congratulations to the incredible nurses who were recently recognized with national and local awards honoring their dedication to their profession and patients. We are also honored by our nurses who have contributed valuable research to their field with presentations at conferences and publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Awards and Other Distinctions

Jacky Schultz Excellence in Nursing Award

Congratulations to Charlene Faku, M.S.N., R.N., director, medical surgical division, who was recognized with the 2024 Jacky Schultz Excellence in Nursing Award. This award honors a Suburban nurse who embodies the qualities of the Nursing Practice Model. It is designated to pay tribute to retired nurse Jacky Schultz’s legacy of excellence in nursing practice and to acknowledge those who follow in her footsteps.

Nurse of the Year Awards

The Nurse of the Year Awards recognize the outstanding work of Suburban nurses in distinct departments of the hospital. Thank you for going above and beyond for our patients!

2024

• Pediatric Emergency Department: Ingrid Saavedra, B.S.N., R.N.; Sherdina James, P.C.T.
• Intermediate Care Unit: Emely Miranda, R.N., C.C.R.N.; Lillian Mshana, P.C.T.
• Oncology: Joyce Whitfield, P.C.T.
• Adult Surgery 4800: Miriam Nwosu, R.N.
• Operating Room: Brittney Alilio, Surgical Technician
• Preoperative Holding: Christine Ilog, B.S.N., R.N., C.A.P.A.

2023

• Pediatric Emergency Department: Charlotte Savarino, B.S.N., R.N., C.P.E.N.
• Intensive Care Unit: Mark Tuliao, B.S.N., R.N., C.C.R.N., C.S.C.
• Adult Surgical 4700: Sarah Keele, R.N.
• Acute Medical 3800: Sasha-Gay Williams, P.C.T.
• Operating Room: Violeta Pantangco, B.S.N., R.N., C.N.O.R.; Kerry Reed, Surgical Technician
• Observation Unit 6400: Idorenyin Ofori, P.C.T.

2024 DAISY Awards

Danielle Power {top-left}, Erika Cupeta (top-right), Haley Magnum (bottom-left), Trina Nash Braun (bottom-right)

The DAISY Awards honor extraordinary nurses across the country who display a strong commitment to compassionate and patient-centered care. Nurses are nominated by their colleagues, patients and their family members for this meaningful recognition. Congratulations, all!

• Danielle Power, M.S.N., R.N., C.E.N.
• Erika Cupeta, R.N.
• Haley Mangum, B.S.N., R.N.
• Trina Nash Braun, B.S.N., R.N.

Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards for Physicians and Care Teams

These honors are awarded by Johns Hopkins Medicine based on nominations by colleagues and peers. The recipients embody the organization’s mission and dedication to excellent patient care. Kudos to our Suburban honorees!

2024

Innovations in Clinical Care: Arthur Pease, D.B.A., M.S., R.N., Jeffrey P. Bui, M.D., M.S., and the Clinical Decision Unit

“The observation unit has relieved the pressure on inpatient units, ensuring patients receive timely and appropriate care. This innovation has also reduced the average length of stay, ultimately benefiting both patients and the health care system. This team’s unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation continues to set a high standard in clinical care, leaving a lasting impact on the community they serve.”

Selected Publications and Presentations

• Margie Hackett, B.S.N., R.N.-B.C., A.C.M.-R.N., presented her poster titled “A Population Health Approach to Implementing DSMT Services in a Hospital-Based Setting” at the 2023 American Case Management Association (ACMA) National Case Management Conference in Washington, D.C.
• Vicki Yfantis, M.S.N., R.N., C.R.N.P., C.P.A.N., C.A.P.A., won third place for her poster titled “Use of Alcohol-Based Nasal Antiseptic in Reducing Surgical Site Infections in Patients Undergoing Elective High-Risk Procedures” at the 2023 OR Manager Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. The poster was also highlighted on the OR Manager website. During the conference, Vicki spoke on a panel for the session titled “PACU Managers – Let’s Tie it All Together!”
• Teresa McCamon, M.S.N., R.N., C.M.S.R.N., O.C.N., published an article titled “Risky Business. Interventions to prevent aggression against health workers from patients at risk: An integrative review” in the April 2025 Journal of Clinical Nursing.
• Elizabeth Gabriel, M.S.N., R.N., MEDSURG-B.C., NPD-B.C., and her colleagues’ article, “Best practices for implementation of Kamishibai (K) cards in the healthcare setting to improve nursing-sensitive indicator associated outcomes: An integrative review” was published in Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing.  Elizabeth presented a poster at the 2025 NPIAP Conference demonstrating the application of the K cards in quality improvement.