HaysMed Recognizes LPN of the Year, Sarah Leiker

HAYS, KS – HaysMed is proud to announce that Sarah Leiker, LPN, has been honored with the Lanita Smith LPN of the Year award. This recognition is bestowed upon individuals who demonstrate unwavering commitment to quality patient care, compassion, service to others, and a steadfast dedication to providing exceptional customer service.
The Lanita Smith LPN of the Year award pays tribute to the remarkable legacy of Lanita Smith, a former nurse at HaysMed. Lanita’s profound impact on patients’ lives and her unwavering dedication to her role as an LPN serve as inspiration for this esteemed honor. The award celebrates LPNs who emulate Lanita’s exceptional qualities of kindness, compassion, concern, and friendliness, while also embodying a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration within the patient care community.
Sarah Leiker, an exceptional LPN, works diligently in the Surgery Clinic, where she consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the highest level of care for her patients. Her unwavering commitment to delivering quality healthcare, paired with her empathetic approach and willingness to go the extra mile, has made her a truly outstanding member of the HaysMed team.
Terry Siek, Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President for Patient Care at HaysMed, expressed gratitude to Sarah for her exemplary service as a nurse and extended sincere congratulations on being awarded the 2023 Lanita Smith LPN of the Year. Siek also acknowledged and appreciated the presence of everyone who gathered to surprise Sarah on this occasion.
Leiker’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence make her a shining example of what it means to be an exceptional nurse. HaysMed extends its warmest appreciation to Sarah and her unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care to her patients.