Maria Parham Health Honors CNA II/Nurse Tech Hope Benton as 2024 Mercy Award Winner
June 5, 2024
Maria Parham Health proudly announces the recipient of the 2024 Mercy Award, CNA II/Nurse Tech Hope Benton, based at Maria Parham Franklin. This prestigious accolade recognizes Hope's exceptional dedication to healthcare, community service, and advocacy.
The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of Lifepoint Health’s facilities who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded.
The Mercy Award is an annual recognition program that honors the life and contributions of Scott Mercy, Lifepoint’s founding chairman and chief executive officer. The award is considered the highest honor a Lifepoint employee can receive.
Hope's selection as the Mercy Award winner holds particular significance as she becomes the first Maria Parham Franklin-based recipient since the hospital's reopening nearly six years ago as part of Maria Parham Health. Her commitment to restoring vital emergency services and addressing the region's mental health crisis underscores her unwavering dedication to the community's well-being.
From a young age, Hope felt a calling to healthcare, inspired by her family's visits to local nursing homes. Her passion for helping others led to a 22-year tenure at a local assisted living facility, where she discovered her true vocation in healthcare.
As a highly skilled CNA II/Nurse Tech, Hope serves as a mentor and guide to her colleagues, earning a reputation as a go-to team member at Maria Parham Franklin. Known for her approachable demeanor and willingness to assist, she embodies the values of a star employee and Mercy Award recipient.
Beyond her clinical duties, Hope advocates for the hospital's mission in the community, actively engaging in volunteer activities with organizations such as the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life. Her efforts have been instrumental in fostering partnerships and making a positive impact on community health initiatives.
Hope's exceptional care extends to behavioral health patients in the Emergency Department, where she demonstrates uncommon empathy and compassion. Her dedication to preserving their dignity and well-being sets a standard for excellence in patient care.
"With such positive energy to serve our community and her home, Hope is making a difference in our health system daily," said Bert Beard, CEO at Maria Parham Health. "Her unwavering commitment to compassionate care embodies the legacy of Scott Mercy, and we are proud to recognize her as our 2024 Mercy Award recipient."
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