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| From left, Director of Nursing Lenette M. Deloney, Pam J. Beaudette, RN, Life Improved Award Winner Josephene Mailu, Maplewood Administrator Kimberly A. McFaddin, and United Helpers CEO Stephen E. Knight |
Ms. Mailu works as a midnight supervisor at Maplewood Health Care & Rehabilitation Center at the campus' skilled nursing facility.
"She has been an employee at the Canton Nursing Home, and now Maplewood, since 2009. She began as a CNA and worked her way up to RN, eventually becoming a midnight supervisor," said Maplewood Administrator Kimberly A. McFaddin.
Ms. Mailu was nominated for the honor by Nursing Director Lenette M. Deloney and fellow RN, Pam J. Beaudette.
"Recently, Josephene spent much needed time at the bedside of one of our residents, just being "present.'" Ms. Deloney wrote, explaining the woman had recently fallen breaking both her knee and her hip.
"Josephene reached out to her, holding her hand and speaking to her in her softest voice to comfort her as she cried out in pain. She reassured her she was not alone and the she really did care for her.," Mr. Deloney wrote." The woman's family was so impressed with the care, compassion and support she received they sent a beautiful platter of cookies to show their appreciation to Josephene and all the staff caring for her."
Ms. Beaudette recalled yet another instance of Ms. Mailu going above and beyond, this time with a male patient who felt like he had to tie his leg to bed to hold it in place while he slept.
"She helped him find a solution for the positioning of his foot and she is great with our dementia patients, as well, helping the staff to provide diversional activities."
It was also noted that Ms. Mailu makes it a point to introduce herself to each of the residents on her wing.
"She intentionally waits for them to get up to use the bathroom or watches for their lights, so she can introduce herself to everyone," Ms. Beaudette wrote.
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