St. Mary's Health System

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Please join us in congratulating Mona Robitaille of St. Mary’s WorkMed, recipient of the 2025 Gloria Jenkins Award! This award honors a member of the 20-Year Club who shows exceptional faithfulness and devotion to St. Mary’s, qualities that defined Gloria Jenkins throughout her remarkable career. Gloria graduated from St. Mary’s School of Nursing in 1950 and served as a nurse, head nurse, and later as Director of Pastoral Care. Her legacy of compassion, leadership, and dedication continues to inspire all who follow in her footsteps. For more than 35 years, Mona has carried that same spirit forward at WorkMed. Her kindness, professionalism, and selfless care for others reflect what this award represents. She leads by example, supports her colleagues without hesitation, and treats every patient with genuine respect and empathy. Congratulations, Mona, and thank you for your lasting dedication to St. Mary’s and the community we serve!

Congratulations to Matt Harnden, Mollison Way Family Practice – 2025 Marguerite d’Youville Award for Excellence! Matt embodies excellence through compassionate, patient-centered care and an unwavering commitment to our mission. Known for his integrity, collaboration, and empathy, Matt meets patients where they are and works tirelessly to help them achieve their best health. His dedication extends beyond the exam room as he supports his team, contributes to organizational growth, and continues to raise the bar for quality care at St. Mary’s. Congratulations, Matt!

Congratulations to Michelle Hould, Facilities – 2025 Marguerite d’Youville Award for Integrity! Michelle leads by example, doing what’s right every time, no matter how challenging the task. Her commitment to honesty, accountability, and teamwork keeps the Facilities Department running strong. Whether managing multiple responsibilities or rallying her team through high-pressure moments, Michelle’s leadership reflects the integrity that defines St. Mary’s mission and values. Congratulations, Michelle!

Yesterday we celebrated the opening of our new Surgical Services Waiting Room! This bright, welcoming area gives patients and their loved ones a comfortable, modern place to wait and relax before procedures. This project is part of our ongoing efforts to make every patient’s experience at St. Mary’s as comfortable and supportive as possible. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this project to life!

Congratulations to Lena Lane, 3 West Nurse Manager – 2025 Marguerite d’Youville Award for Compassion! Lena’s compassion transforms care into connection. She has built trust with families, comforted patients in their final moments, and gone above and beyond to ensure every person feels seen and cared for. Her kindness and empathy embody what it means to serve with the heart of St. Marguerite d’Youville. Lena reminds us all that compassion can change lives, one patient and family at a time. Congratulations, Lena!

Each year, St. Mary’s Health System honors four employees who exemplify our core values of Compassion, Collaboration, Integrity and Excellence through the Marguerite d’Youville Awards. Named for the founder of the Sisters of Charity of Saint-Hyacinthe, these awards recognize team members nominated by their peers for living our Mission in all they do. We’re proud to begin by celebrating Forrest Cornell of Orthopedics, recipient of the 2025 Marguerite d’Youville Award for Collaboration! Forrest’s commitment to teamwork and patient-centered care shines through in everything he does. From preparing total joint patients for surgery to coordinating with home health agencies and rounding on inpatients, Forrest ensures seamless collaboration across every step of the care journey. His reliability, compassion and communication make him an essential part of the Orthopedics team and a true example of collaboration in action. Congratulations, Forrest!

Please join us in celebrating Boris Kovalenko, MD, orthopedic surgeon at St. Mary’s, for completing his 1,000th surgical case at St. Mary's! Dr. Kovalenko has helped countless patients get back to doing the things they love with expert surgical care and compassion. This milestone is a testament to his skill, dedication, and the trust our community places in him. Congratulations, Dr. Kovalenko, and thank you for the difference you continue to make at St. Mary’s!

Your skills can change lives. Ready to make it happen? St. Mary's Day Hospital Program is hiring a Clinician II to join our behavioral health team in Lewiston, ME. You'll provide individual, group, and family therapy, help guide treatment planning, and support patients on their journey toward healing. Bring your expertise. Bring your compassion. Advance care with heart. Apply today: https://bit.ly/4nCHP1I or reach out to Aaron Landry or Karen Green for more information. #HealthcareCareers #ClinicianJobs #MentalHealthMatters #AdvanceCareWithHeart

Thank you to the volunteers who represented St. Mary’s at An Angel's Wing Inc during the United Way Day of Caring. From organizing supplies to sprucing up spaces, the crew pitched in wherever help was needed. We’re grateful for the chance to lend a hand close to home!