The latest recipient of the Isabella Kimmett Compassionate Care Award has been announced, with NHS Ayrshire & Arran Nursing Assistant Donna Galloway recognised for her outstanding contribution.
Presented twice a year, the award celebrates staff who demonstrate exceptional compassionate care. Donna, who works on Ward 3F at University Hospital Crosshouse, a transitional unit supporting primarily older patients returning home, was nominated for consistently going above and beyond to provide patient-centred, compassionate care.
The award was recently presented by Jacqueline Thomson, daughter of the late Isabella Kimmett, with NHS Ayrshire & Arran Nurse Director Jennifer Wilson also in attendance. Jennifer said:
“At NHS Ayrshire & Arran, we are committed to embedding compassion and person-centred care throughout our services. Donna truly embodies these values, and her contribution to patients, families, and the organisation is deeply appreciated. This award is richly deserved, and I extend my heartfelt thanks and congratulations to her.”
If you know someone who deserves to be awarded for the quality of their compassionate care, you can nominate them by emailing compassionatecareaward@aapct.scot.nhs.uk and asking for a nomination form. We are happy to take nominations from patients, family members and colleagues.