Celebrating our health heroes

Patients and members of the public across Forth Valley are being invited to nominate their local healthcare heroes for an NHS Forth Valley Staff Award.

The 2023 awards aim to recognise the outstanding work, care and commitment of local NHS and Serco staff and highlight the work of individuals, teams, wards and departments which have gone the extra mile to deliver great care or service.

There are six award categories to choose from which are open to staff working in support services as well as clinical services.

This includes catering staff, porters, receptionists, administration staff, housekeepers and domestic staff.

Nominations can be made for staff working in local hospitals and healthcare centres as well as staff who deliver care in local communities and homes across Forth Valley.

The award categories are: Outstanding Care Award; Health and Wellbeing Award; Service Improvement Award; Top Team Award; Inspiration Award; Better Workplace Award.

This year, there will also be a special NHS 75th Anniversary Award to recognise someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the NHS during their career.

NHS Forth Valley’s chief executive Cathie Cowan, said: “After a very tough time during the pandemic, this is a great opportunity for patients and members to show how much they value and appreciate the many wonderful local NHS staff who go the extra mile every day to deliver excellent services, care and treatment.

“Our staff have told us that being recognised for their work means a lot to them, so if you know someone who you think deserves an award, please let us know.”

Nominations can be submitted online at www.nhsforthvalley.com/ staff-awards and nomination forms are also available at reception areas in local hospitals across Forth Valley.

The closing date for nominations is Friday, June 30.