Levi, a Staff Nurse at the Views has been shortlisted for the Learning Disability Nurse Award. Colleagues voted for Levi as she “always makes a consistent effort to develop a relationship with even the most complex service users, approaching each person as an individual” and “Levi has an in depth knowledge of processes and a diverse skills base, always showing different strengths across a range of changing expectations. She’s an inspiration to work with”.
Nicole, a Team Leader at the Views has been shortlisted for the Frontline Leader Award, for her “unwavering kindness and resilience”. Nicole has worked at Cygnet Views for over 10 years, during which time she has been an integral part of the service. Colleagues described Nicole to “never appear outwardly to be stressed, flustered, and always makes time for colleagues and service users” and stated “Nicole demonstrates all of Cygnet’s values and is the epitome of resilience, compassion and integrity”.
The team at Cygnet Views celebrated this achievement by giving both finalists a certificate, flowers and shared cake! A service user gave a speech and said to both shortlisted “congratulations, you are both lovely ladies – you make me laugh!”
The winners are being announced at a gala awards event in Birmingham on Friday 21st June. Best of luck to both Levi and Nicole!