Congratulations to Kassandra S. Hobbie, RN, (UF Health Urology – Medical Plaza), the UF College of Medicine Florence Nightingale Award Winner for 2023. Her colleagues had the following to say:
- “Kassandra Hobbie exemplifies the qualities of a competent, autonomous, ethical, evidenced-based, and caring nurse, making her an excellent candidate.”
- “Kassandra Hobbie is extremely caring and dedicated to her patients, going above and beyond to ensure their well-being. Her hard work and smart approach to nursing make her stand out among her colleagues. She is committed to quality and safety practices, and she actively works to ensure that these practices are developed and adopted by others.”
- “Kassandra Hobbie values interdisciplinary collaboration efforts and actively works to integrate these efforts into her practice. She understands the importance of peer development, unit socialization, and teamwork skills, and she acknowledges the role they play in providing high-quality patient care.”
- “She is an outstanding nurse who embodies the best qualities of the nursing profession. Her dedication and hard work make her an asset to any healthcare team, and I am confident that she will continue to make a positive impact in the lives of her patients and colleagues.”
Past UF Health Urology – Medical Plaza winners include:
- Rhea Carnevale, RN
- Emely Haviaras, RN