In her personal life, registered nurse Monika Johnston is an avid gardener – and it’s a perfect metaphor for why she was chosen Employee of the Year at Highpointe. Every day at the Pediatric Pavilion, she sows the seeds of leadership and cooperation, growing her unit in positive ways.
Monika has been described as a model nurse who cares deeply for her patients. She sets a high standard for those around her, ensuring each resident feels valued, respected and supported.
Specifically, Monika is kind and considerate, fostering a positive and nurturing environment where everyone around her is inspired to give their best. She is always willing to help a fellow co-worker and is fully in tune to their needs and the needs of the unit. She knows how to plan and facilitate groups to ensure things get done and takes on a leadership role in tackling the unit’s needs.
There is nothing she won’t do to make her unit run smoothly, and most importantly, make the children there happy. She takes on many extra projects to make their home away from home a better place.
Outside of gardening and work, Monika loves spending time with her family and especially enjoys taking part in her kids’ sporting events.