Amanda Perez - Sharon Lane

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Amanda Perez
Congratulations to Amanda Perez on being
chosen employee of the month. Amanda has
been with Sharon Lane for 4 years and in
Health Care Services for 9. She works as a
CMA and enjoys her job.
She is originally from Dodge City, Kansas
where her parents still reside. She is the
fourth oldest of 12 children. She lives in
Overland Park with her 3 beautiful girls
Camarie 9, Abrianna 5 and 5 month old
Aaliyah.
Thanks for doing a great job!
Sharon Lane Health Services
10315 Johnson Drive
Shawnee, Kansas 66203
(913) 631-8200
www.SharonLane.com
Volume IV Number VIII
RESIDENT
BIRTHDAYS
Juanita Hedges
8-12
Paulina Williamson
8-13
Janet Kerr
8-26
Geraldine Burnam
8-27
AUGUST, 2009
NOMINEE
NURSE AIDE OF THE YEAR
Sharon Lane Health
Services Administrative Staff
Administrator
with the
Kansas Health Care Association
On July 09, 2009, Sharon Stauch was nominated for Nurse Aide of the
Year with the Kansas Health Care Association. Ms Stauch has been an
employee at Sharon Lane Health Services in Shawnee, KS for 14 years.
During that time she has been one of the most valuable team members that
we have. Ms. Stauch is a very patient, compassionate, understanding
caregiver. Sharon truly cares about the quality of life for her residents.
Sharon started her career in health care when she was in the United States
Army Reserves between the years 1971-75. During that time she became a
Certified Nurse Aide and soon came to the world of long-term care. Sharon
has given 34 years of caring for the residents she loves. Sharon has mostly
worked evening and night shifts because she can spend more time listening to
patient stories and laughing with them. Currently she is especially close to our
oldest (100 years) resident and enjoys listening to her life history
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RESIDENT OF THE MONTH
Mary Ann Denk, Registered Nurse
Angela Moore
Director of Nursing
Connie Baum
Business Office Manager
Andrea Mance
Administrative Assistant
Heather Brake
Community Relations Director
Brian Brown
Activity Director
Diane Bryant
Food & Beverage Director
John Tadlock
by Jan Pitts
Therapy Director
Mary Ann has spent more than 30 years on floor
duty in hospitals. She did nursing duty in homes and
hospitals and was an Industrial Injuries Nurse at
General Motors, where 2 of her sons retired from building cars. Mary Ann
and her husband, Theodore raised 7 children. Mary Ann expressed much
satisfaction with her chosen career, “I loved nursing. It was a happy job even
if sometimes difficult and hard work. Mostly, it was very nice and very
rewarding, taking care of the sick.”
Ronnita Shandy
Environmental Services Director
Caylan Allman
Maintenance Director
Mike Moore
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Florence B. Smith
Author
Florence B. Smith is a local author
who specializes in Western
Romance Novels. We were very
happy to have her come to speak
to our new book club.
She has written over 60 books,
several of which are in the
Johnson County Libraries. She
started writing professionally in
her 40s and just finished a new
book a few weeks ago.
The first chapter of one of her
books was read to the Club, and
she spoke about herself, her life
and her writing motivation.
Sharon Stauch, Nominee for NURSE AIDE OF THE YEAR
Continued on page 1
Ms Stauch is an extremely dedicated employee not only to the people
she cares for but just as importantly to her co-workers. As an example
of this, Ms. Stauch has had perfect attendance since she has been an
employee at Sharon Lane. She never leaves her co-workers behind
and is always willing to lend a hand.
Not only does Ms Stauch take excellent care of her residents she is
always helpful to her co-workers and alert to any situation around her.
An example of this is extremely evident in the proclamation of the Office
of the mayor of the City of Shawnee proclaiming Sharon Stauch Day
after her awareness and bravery when saving a family from a burning
home across the street from our facility.
Ms Stauch also regularly receives compliments and letters from our
families appreciating her work with their family members. They
recognize the true compassion and care she gives to the people she
cares for.
It is with this regard that Sharon Stauch was nominated for Nurse Aide
of the Year. We know she is ours but we think the whole state should recognize the abilities and dedication of someone
who has given her life to care for the residents we are privileged to have in our responsibility.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES & EXTRAS
Most of you know, It’s really not a secret!
The 1st Friday of each month at 2:00, we celebrate resident
birthdays for the month. The party comes complete with
cake, ice cream, and balloons! We find out who is the
oldest and youngest and learn a lot of trivia. Attendance is
great so please join us if your family member is celebrating
their birthday.
August 13 we are having Glamour Shots and Snazzy Snaps.
If you could volunteer with hair and make up, please call
Diane at 631-8200. We are going to cap the evening with a
Moonlight Serenade Party. We certainly don’t want to be all dressed up with no place to go! Wine and
cheese will be served with a dash of nostalgia on the side. Another highlight in August is our road trip to
the Harley Davidson plant in Kansas City, Missouri. We have lots of fun filled activities coming up, so be
sure to read your calendar.