2011 Interprofessional Development Award

Recipient: LILIE EIKENBERRY, RN

Presented at the 2011 CLPNA Spring Conference at the Celebration and Awards Dinner by Hugh Pedersen, President of the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).

by Hugh Pedersen, President, CLPNA

President Hugh Pedersen, LPN (left) presenting Lilie Eikenberry, RN (right), with the 2011 Interprofessional Development Award. (Photography: Carolyn Black)

The Interprofessional Development Award is given each year to an individual who has demonstrated and lives the concept that no one is a self-made individual. John Maxwell said that, “If you ever find a turtle on a fencepost, you can be sure he didn’t get there by himself!”

The recipient of this Award leads by example and has elevated her team to places not otherwise possible.

Leaders create a calm surface for the restless heart in those who want to develop and grow. A leader’s heart is more thrilled by seeing another take control than by keeping control. They are never lonely because they take people with them.

The Interprofessional Development Award Winner is selected by the nomination and sponsor of individuals who recognize those qualities in someone they find to be extraordinary.

The winner of the 2011 Interprofessional Development Award is Lilie Eikenberry, RN.

Lilie is a bit reluctant to say that she has moved in special circles. She says that this is the only way the system works, so why would you not want to work together?

She has recently opened two transition/rehab units in Calgary. It was clear on day one that Lilie had a different approach. She encouraged feedback on her presentation of team work and load sharing. On these units there are Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses, and Nursing Aides, all sharing the work load with social workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, physicians and transitional nurses.

The proof and mile markers are seen in overall improvement in patient care and staff morale. LPN’s are empowered to make critical decisions and work in a leadership role, even as charge nurse when needed. Each member works to full scope to utilize education, experience and knowledge.

Thank you, Lilie, for your commitment to help all of us to grow in our profession and as individuals. We are so pleased to have you as a mentor, leader and extraordinary nurse.
 

2011 Interprofessional Development Award

Recipient: LILIE EIKENBERRY, RN

Presented at the 2011 CLPNA Spring Conference at the Celebration and Awards Dinner by Hugh Pedersen, President of the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).

by Hugh Pedersen, President, CLPNA

President Hugh Pedersen, LPN (left) presenting Lilie Eikenberry, RN (right), with the 2011 Interprofessional Development Award. (Photography: Carolyn Black)

The Interprofessional Development Award is given each year to an individual who has demonstrated and lives the concept that no one is a self-made individual. John Maxwell said that, “If you ever find a turtle on a fencepost, you can be sure he didn’t get there by himself!”

The recipient of this Award leads by example and has elevated her team to places not otherwise possible.

Leaders create a calm surface for the restless heart in those who want to develop and grow. A leader’s heart is more thrilled by seeing another take control than by keeping control. They are never lonely because they take people with them.

The Interprofessional Development Award Winner is selected by the nomination and sponsor of individuals who recognize those qualities in someone they find to be extraordinary.

The winner of the 2011 Interprofessional Development Award is Lilie Eikenberry, RN.

Lilie is a bit reluctant to say that she has moved in special circles. She says that this is the only way the system works, so why would you not want to work together?

She has recently opened two transition/rehab units in Calgary. It was clear on day one that Lilie had a different approach. She encouraged feedback on her presentation of team work and load sharing. On these units there are Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses, and Nursing Aides, all sharing the work load with social workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, physicians and transitional nurses.

The proof and mile markers are seen in overall improvement in patient care and staff morale. LPN’s are empowered to make critical decisions and work in a leadership role, even as charge nurse when needed. Each member works to full scope to utilize education, experience and knowledge.

Thank you, Lilie, for your commitment to help all of us to grow in our profession and as individuals. We are so pleased to have you as a mentor, leader and extraordinary nurse.