(May 5, 2023) – Annually, the Kansas Hospital Association recognizes members and advocates with a variety of awards. Whether these individuals work in a hospital or outside our ranks, KHA wants to recognize their efforts. We are looking forward to your nominations for all our awards. Nominations are due June 1 and can be made online at www.kha-net.org, click on About KHA, KHA Awards. Each hospital is encouraged to nominate individuals and teams for the following awards:
- The Charles S. Billings Award is the top honor given by KHA. The award recognizes a hospital leader for his or her lifetime of service and continuing contribution to the health care of Kansas. This award was established in 1971 to honor Billings' dedication and years of service to Kansans.
- The Distinguished Health Care Advocate Award honors individuals, organizations or groups that have provided an exemplary contribution to the health and well-being of the people of Kansas through their leadership in the political or policy arena. This awards members of KHA the opportunity to recognize those who work on our behalf from outside our ranks.
- The Donald A. Wilson Visionary Award recognizes hospital-related individuals who have made an outstanding, innovative contribution to health care delivery, health care financing or initiatives that improve the health and clinical outcomes of their community. This award was established in 2007 to honor Wilson’s dedication and years of service to Kansans.
- The Trustee of the Year Award honors a hospital board member from each hospital who is a leader, gives back to the community and routinely goes beyond the call of duty. KHA members are encouraged to recognize a trustee who has served with distinction and made significant contributions to the betterment of their hospital and community.
- The Health Care Worker(s) of the Year Award recognizes and honors the excellence of health care workers statewide. All nominated employees (one employee from every hospital) will be recognized by KHA for making a significant contribution to the betterment of their hospital. Online nomination form.
- Workforce Strategies Award recognizes a team of employees, providers or volunteers who worked collaboratively to make a significant contribution to the wellbeing, retention or recruitment of health care workers at their facility(s) or in Kansas. Previously titled the Excellence in Teamwork Award.
Thank you in advance for your assistance in helping us recognize and highlight those individuals making a difference. Please make your online nominations by June 1. Visit the KHA website to learn more about KHA awards.
--Cindy Samuelson