Among the more than 70,000 people who do their work in Iowa hospitals every day, there are countless heroes. To recognize and promote these individual hospital employees who contribute heroically and selflessly to Iowa hospitals, patients and communities, the Iowa Hospital Heroes Awards will be presented at the 2009 IHA Annual Meeting in Des Moines. Hospitals are encouraged to nominate outstanding employees who measure up to the Iowa Hospital Heroes criteria.

“The value of Iowa hospitals is exemplified by dedicated employees who daily choose to do more than anyone expects,” explained IHA President Kirk Norris. “We will honor not only those who have reacted courageously in an instant, but also those who have made heroism a habit by giving of themselves in ways that truly make a difference for the people they care for and the communities they serve.”

A Hospital Heroes Award nomination may be submitted by anyone affiliated with an Iowa hospital. Nominees must be employed or have medical privileges at an Iowa hospital.

How to Submit a Candidate for Nomination

To submit a candidate for the award, a nomination form must be completed and accompanied by a narrative explaining why the nominee deserves this award. The narrative should describe the actions or programs initiated by the nominee and the measurable results. Up to three testimonial letters may accompany the nomination.

Download the Iowa Hospital Heroes Award nomination form. The deadline for nominations is June 1.  Questions regarding the award can be directed to Scott McIntyre at IHA.