A WARD at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary has been recognised for outstanding care.
The team at ward B3 have earned the prestigious Level 3 Care Assurance Awards, celebrating their commitment to excellence, with a silver award for falls; relationship centred care; and infection control; and bronze for pressure ulcer prevention; food, fluid and nutrition; discharge and transfer; and staff general knowledge.
Executive nurse director Mark Kelly and deputy nurse director Gail Meier visited the ward to present these prestigious awards and acknowledge the dedication of the entire ward team.
Mark said: “The team has shown incredible dedication to patient care. This award is a testament to their hard work and commitment.”
The awards presentation was particularly poignant for senior charge nurse Alison Dempster, who will be retiring later this month after 40 years of service. She has been an integral part of NHS Dumfries and Galloway, making a lasting impact on both patients and colleagues throughout her career.
Reflecting on Alison’s contribution, Gail said: “Alison has dedicated four decades to patient care, and her leadership, compassion, and expertise have been invaluable to Ward B3 and the wider organisation. She will be greatly missed, and we extend our heartfelt thanks for her years of unwavering service.”
NHS Dumfries and Galloway extends its best wishes to Alison for a well-earned and fulfilling retirement and congratulates Ward B3 on their well-deserved Care Assurance Awards.
