Swinson named Home Care Nurse of the Year

Barb Swinson, Hospice Coordinator for Clay County Health Department, was named 2004 Home Care Nurse of the Year at the Home Care Across Illinois Conference on November 18 and 19. Home Care Across Illinois is a not-for-profit organization comprised of home care agencies housed in health departments throughout the state.

Swinson was nominated for the prestigious award by Barb Tackitt, CCHD Home Care Director. “Barb has gained the respect of her peers, health department administrators, physicians, clients, family, and friends. Her knowledge and expertise have been invaluable to our Home Care Department, but it’s her great attitude and unending dedication that makes her worthy of this distinction,” states Tackitt.

Swinson has been with CCHD since 2001. In 2002, she achieved certification as a specialist in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence nursing and now provides consultation services for surgeons, home health nurses, nursing homes, and area health departments. In addition, Swinson humbly accepted the position of Hospice Coordinator in 2003. The kindness she has shown during this fragile period before death has won the respect and the hearts of many families.