Lompoc Valley Medical names ER nurse Brenton Kraushaar Worker of the 12 months

“That is one in every of my favourite issues to do as a result of we get to acknowledge lots of our stellar workers, and there are much more stellar workers than workers of the quarter,” Popkin stated. “The Worker of the 12 months actually exemplifies every little thing we hope for from all our workers and ourselves as effectively.”

Emergency Division Director Ryan Stevens described Kraushaar as “an distinctive human being” who at all times cares for sufferers “with out judgment, with an open thoughts and coronary heart, regardless of their circumstances.”

Kraushaar, who has been with the hospital for roughly three years, stated he’s honored to be singled out for the award, and is happy with the work executed at Lompoc Valley Medical Middle.

“I recognize all my co-workers and all of the help I obtain right here,” he stated, noting that though the job is troublesome and full of latest challenges, particularly throughout a pandemic, he enjoys making folks really feel higher.

 “I’ve at all times had the motivation to serve and to assist others,” Kraushaar stated. “This job is one that offers me that chance. I really feel I’ve discovered my calling.”