Celebrating Excellence in Nursing: The 2025 Nurses of Note Winners Revealed

PerfectServe Celebrates the 2025 Nurses of Note Winners

As we commence National Nurses Week, it’s a momentous occasion to celebrate the dedication and compassion of exceptional nurses across the healthcare industry. PerfectServe®, a frontrunner in cloud-based clinical collaboration, has unveiled the esteemed winners of its 2025 Nurses of Note awards. Launched to acknowledge nurses who have made outstanding contributions to healthcare since 2021, this initiative spotlight remarkable individuals who embody innovation, compassion, and leadership within the nursing field.

The Essence of the Awards

The Nurses of Note awards celebrate those who significantly impact patient care and team dynamics. This year, the program highlights four extraordinary categories, each showcasing the multifaceted roles nurses play in advancing healthcare quality. According to Kelly Conklin, Chief Customer Officer and Chief Clinical Officer of PerfectServe, “Nurses are the foundation of the care team, and our Nurses of Note program is a way to celebrate their incredible impact. These honorees embody the resilience, creativity, and unwavering dedication that define the nursing profession.”

Award Categories and Winners

This year’s winners exemplify the best of the nursing profession through their accomplishments across various categories:

1. Innovative Technology Utilization Award
- Winner: Amy Staly, Director of Healthcare Product Strategy, Clearsense
Amy Staly has transformed healthcare technology through her groundbreaking work at Clearsense. By standardizing complex clinical document menus that were once thought impossible to unify, she has set a new industry benchmark. Utilizing her expertise in healthcare informatics alongside HL7 standards, Amy’s model gained instant approval from a major health system without any modifications, showcasing her innovative approach.

2. Excellence in Nursing Leadership
- Winner: Kyle Pingleton, Director of Quality Management, Cornerstone Specialty Hospital, Broken Arrow, OK
Kyle led his hospital's inaugural organ donation initiative and founded a Health Equity Committee aimed at addressing social determinants of health. His compassionate and holistic approach to leadership fosters an environment where patient well-being and team support are paramount. Known for his mentorship, Kyle seamlessly balances direct care with leadership responsibilities, reflecting his dedication to nursing.

3. Exceptional Team Support Award
- Winner: Daniella Radunovic, RN, BSN, Loyola Medicine, Maywood, IL
When tragedy struck her pediatric department, Daniella emerged as a beacon of hope and support. Even while on vacation, she mobilized assistance for a grieving colleague and continued to provide critical emotional support upon her return. Her unwavering commitment to her team's well-being illustrates the essence of nursing, where care extends beyond patients to encompass fellow staff members.

4. Patient-Centered Care Excellence Award
- Winner: Madison Poon, RN, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH
Madison Poon’s compassionate care in the NICU left an indelible mark on a family during a challenging time. Described as “a part of our story,” Madison provided expert care alongside emotional support, celebrating every small positive step for their daughter. Her dedication to patient-centered nursing encapsulates the loving and thorough care integral to the nursing profession.

Honoring the Winners

Throughout 2025, the stories of these exemplary nurses will be highlighted on PerfectServe’s website. Each award recipient will receive a $200 gift card in addition to other valuable prizes from PerfectServe. Miriam Halimi, SVP of Client Services at PerfectServe, emphasizes the importance of recognition, stating, “These nurses remind us why recognition matters. Their work changes lives.”

As we commemorate National Nurses Week, let us take a moment to appreciate the extraordinary efforts of our nurses and reflect on their profound impact on healthcare delivery. For those interested in learning more about the winners and their inspiring journeys in nursing, visit PerfectServe’s Nurses of Note awards program page.

About PerfectServe

PerfectServe is dedicated to enhancing patient care through optimized provider scheduling and improved clinical communication. Their cloud-based solutions facilitate efficient workflows and effective collaboration, ultimately aiming to enhance patient outcomes while bringing joy back to caregivers. With over 25 years of experience, PerfectServe is a trusted partner to more than 500 hospitals and 30,000 medical practices nationwide.