“My proudest moment as a Nursing Home Administrator was Silver Springs Care Center receiving the distinguished AHCA Silver Award. This award was validation that the entire team here at Silver do an excellent job taking care of our residents. Myself and Emily Gonzalez, RN, DNS were honored to accept this award on behalf of the approximately 170 employees who work hard every day here at Silver!”

“My advice to others going into the field is get to know your employees well. Treat them with respect and kindness. Building a strong team will benefit your patients, and the culture of the building.”

“It is an honor and a privilege to make our residents feel home and bring a person centered approach, coupled with strong community support to ensure they feel warmth and compassion. It is very rewarding and I am proud to be an administrator and care for our residents everyday with such a great team.”

“The survey team leader gives the customary thank you to the care center for their hospitality, pauses, and says, “We have no recommendations at this time”. You have achieved a deficiency-free survey which along with the thanks and praise of residents and their families is the best endorsement of the hard work of your team.”

“What motivates me to come to work everyday is the drive to make someone’s life better today than it was yesterday. Whether it be a patient, staff member or family member, my goal is to somehow be a positive impact on that person. If I am able to go home and know I achieved that task, I consider it a successful day.”