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An EVS appreciation contest

From left, Larry Davis and Zonia Nazaruk of EVS.

Let’s have a little contest in recognition of this week as National Health Care Environmental Services Week.

Comment on this story with the full name of your favorite medical center EVS worker along with a few words about how great he or she is.

The EVS worker who generates the most comments — or “votes” — gets a $50 gift card to Hy-Vee.

You can vote:

  • For more than one EVS worker; but
  • Only once for each EVS worker.

Both UNMC and Nebraska Medicine EVS workers are eligible.

The “polls” close at 8:30 a.m. Friday.

300 comments

  1. AS Khan says:

    EVS workers are a critical part of the team that creates the amazing environment that helps showcase the extraordinary education, science, and patient care across this University. Our College is fortunate to have Olga Echevarria, Lavinia Retana, and Aderana Morris as part of the public health family – because that is how they maintain the facilities as their own and treat everybody who walks through the door.

  2. Scott Trickel says:

    Linda Walter provides not only excellent care to our laboratory at the LTC, but also is friendly and always makes her rounds a pleasant part of our day.

  3. Luke says:

    Linda Walter is hands down the best!

  4. Thanh Nguyen says:

    Mary Walls, always doing an exceptional job with a smile on her face.

  5. TW says:

    Tomas Vizcaya-Landaverde, he is always super happy and his a great worker! Our floor looks great and he is always going above and beyond!! Thanks Tomas!

  6. Tiffany says:

    Michael Clark from the College of Nursing is the best!!!!!!! We appreciate how he takes care of us and he is such a joy to have around!!! Thanks Mike!!!!

  7. Lisa Spellman says:

    Zonia, you're a rock star! Thanks for your jovial attitude, you make my day and you have my vote!

  8. Heidi Keeler says:

    Our CON worker Michael Smith is awesome! Not only is he the hardest worker, but he is friendly and has a great sense of humor. He's been involved in several practical jokes on our floor!

  9. Beth Culross says:

    Michael Clark, Martha Carte, Olga Echevarria, and Tiffany Montgomery keeping the College of Nursing in tip top shape. Always with a smile and friendly greeting!

  10. Heidi Keeler says:

    Our CON EVS member Martha Carter is wonderful! She is diligent, hard working, and always is so accommodating! Cheers to Martha!

  11. Audrey Nelson says:

    I nominate Michael Clark, Martha Carter, Olga Echevarria, and Tiffany Montgomery from the College of Nursing–each put an effort in keeping the environment "polished". Thanks
    Audrey Nelson, Associate Professor CON

  12. Connie Miller says:

    Michael Clark
    Always has a greeting for each person and keeps the College of Nursing clean and welcoming! He's a valued member of our team at the CON!!

  13. Oksana Lockridge says:

    Linda Osborne does more to keep our area clean and healthy than is expected. She even sanitizes the refrigerator door handle and the microwave door, in addition to keeping our offices, labs, and facilities tidy. She is friendly, hard working, and reliable. She is at work regularly every day. We appreciate her dedication.

  14. Marlene Novotny says:

    YuYong Pak-Vlasak does a fabulous job and she is always very friendly. I wish I could vote twice for her!

  15. Connie says:

    Martha Carter is a hard worker and a caring employee. She goes "above and beyond" to make the College of Nursing a welcoming environment for us all. And, she does so without complaint. She and her efforts are so appreciated!!

  16. Shelley says:

    Louie Liddick is fantastic. He is a professional who makes sure the job is done well, and looks for ways to make things even better.

  17. Anne Rivas says:

    The entire crew of the DRCs is awesome!

  18. Andrew says:

    Yassin Ali is fantastic, hard-working, and you never have to ask for anything to be done because it always already is!

  19. Jason Carper says:

    Ramon Cordoba. He does a great job for us.

  20. S Joshi says:

    I would like to vote Yassin Ali. He is a very friendly and hard working person.

  21. Thanh Nguyen says:

    Craig Drew, I have never worked with anyone who is more of a harder worker than this guy. Craig is always willing to go above and beyond.

  22. Anne Lawlor says:

    Nels in the Administrative Center works so hard and is such a great guy – always friendly. He's a valued member of our Business Services Team!

  23. Joyce says:

    Debra Duke brightens my day with her good morning and checking in with each of us! She does a great job for us over here at MMI!

  24. Heather says:

    Every morning Terri Gustafson in ECI greets me with a warm smile and always asks how I am doing. It is a wonderful way to start the day! She is a hard, dedicated worker who does her job with pride. What I enjoy most is how truly genuine and down to earth she is. Her great sense of humor always brings smiles to the room. She relates well with everyone and goes above and beyond by remembering things that are important to others. Please acknowledge Terri by letting her know how much she is appreciated here EVERY DAY!

  25. Greg Mc Fadden says:

    Sherri Lindsey makes LTC 8th Floor shine. She keeps everything tidy, stocked, and never complains when we have to purge files and have barrel after barrel of paper for recycling. She just makes sure to keep swapping out the bins for empty ones. She makes sure that we have everything we need and then some. Couldn't ask for anyone better.

  26. Kristi says:

    Tami Howells brings a ray of sunshine to Michael Sorrell every day. She is not only amazing at her job but she is a caring friend to everyone. She puts 110% into her job every day. She is an absolute joy to be around and a blessing to UNMC.

  27. Sara Pirtle says:

    On the third floor of the Business Service Center, we love Zonia Nazaruk!

  28. Laura Robinson says:

    Mary Walls does a fantastic job in the Emergency Medicine administrative offices! She always comes to work with a positive attitude and is a pleasure to have in our area. Thanks Mary!

  29. Priya Pai says:

    Yassin Ali of the BMB department. He is very friendly and does an outstanding job!

  30. Micki says:

    My vote is for Sherri Lindsey. She is awesome. So upbeat in the mornings when I walk in and always has something sweet to say. She is a great person who takes pride in their work and does a job well done. Thank you Sherri for all the work you do and all the kind words you have each day!!!

  31. Priti says:

    Donald Roeder is great. He is always smiling and does a great job.

  32. Lisa says:

    Tomas Vizcaya-Landaverde does a great job in radiology and always has a smile on his face…brightens my day! Great Job Tomas 🙂

  33. Ana says:

    Michael Clark does a great job at the College of Nursing. He keeps a positive attitude is always willing to lend a hand. Thank you, Mike!

  34. Pat O'Neil says:

    Shiloh Schweiss has only been looking after Bennett Hall for a short while but we have been delighted with her work ethic and wonderful attention to detail.

  35. Ana says:

    Martha Carter always does her work quietly and diligently. She's great to have at the College of Nursing and makes our place look awesome! Thank you, Martha!

  36. Sue Cramer says:

    Tomas Vizcaya-Landaverde – He does an excellent job!! Very happy and friendly, always greets you in the mornings. He is always willing to help you. Great job Tomas!!

  37. Bailee says:

    Lisa Lantz!! Not only does she keep our lab extremely clean she is also super fun to talk to!!!

  38. Tami houdesheldt says:

    Carmen Escolero Rocks the GCBA lab

  39. Tammi Howell in Sorrel is great. She also has a positive outlook that is infectious. It is great to work with her! says:

    Tammi Howell is great- not only does a great job but has a great attitude. It is a pleasure to work with her.

  40. Christine Higgins says:

    Debra Duke is like family here in the Human Genetics Lab. She does a terrific job keeping the area tidy and always adds brightness to the day.

  41. Michael Wadman says:

    Mary Walls- works hard, but always freindly and pleasant. A great representative of UNMC!

  42. Mike Wadman says:

    Craig Drew- works hard, enjoys being on the job, always willing to help. He adapts to whatever the ER throws at him!

  43. sean smith says:

    I vote for Ramon Cordoba

  44. Baranowska-Kortylewicz, Janina says:

    The 10th floor of Eppley Science Building votes for Lisa Lantz!
    Nina

  45. Zbigniew P. Kortylewicz says:

    I would like to vote for Lisa Lantz. She makes our lives so much easier on the 10th floor of the Eppley.
    Paul

  46. Beverly Vaughn says:

    The best worker on campus Tomas Vizcaya-Landaverde. He is VERY MUCH APPRECIATED!

  47. Heidi Kaschke says:

    Michael Clark in the College of Nursing is awesome. His positive attitude is refreshing.

  48. Brett Coleman says:

    I vote for Craig Lainson. He always comes in the Video Ops Center with friendly presence. We'll have a quick chat and then he's on his way.

  49. Tonya Janke says:

    Michael Clark in the COLLEGE of NURSING. Woot woot!! You get 10 votes from me!

  50. Armando De Alba says:

    Hello,
    I would love to vote for Lavinia Retana. She always brings a good spirit and energy to our college of Public health.

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