Congratulations!

One of Westhills’ own has won the Millie E. Olson Award through the South Dakota Health Care Association!

Lisa Smith is a lady with many wonderful qualities and talents. Not only is Lisa hard-working, dependable, and great at her job; she’s also compassionate, gentle, and kindhearted. Lisa is dedicated to caring for our residents in the most nurturing and dignifying ways. She is not only CNA certified, but she is also a Medication Aide, and Restorative Aide.

Westhills Village is incredibly grateful to Lisa for sharing the past nine years of her career with us. Her commitment to the residents she serves has been nothing but exceptional. Lisa is an extraordinary caregiver who builds positive relationships and trust with every single resident that she encounters. She is a team player and can adapt to changing environments quickly. She consistently demonstrates the depth of her commitment to her coworkers and residents by her willingness to work hard, show compassion, and model dependability. She is a leader amongst her peers and is sought out for guidance and training for new employees.

Lisa exemplifies the qualities that all great caregivers should have. Her exceptional service inspires all of us in the long term care profession.

Congratulations Lisa! You are a very deserving recipient of the Millie E. Olson Award!

The Millie E. Olson Award was created by the South Dakota Health Care Association (SDHCA) and named after its first recipient, Mildred E. Olson of Garretson, who was an exceptional caregiver. This award is open to staff of any SDHCA member center. Each month’s recipient of the Millie E. Olson Award becomes eligible for the Millie E. Olson Award of the Year, which is announced each September at an awards ceremony during SDHCA’s Fall Convention.