EMCH Foundation awards scholarship
Brandy Rogers, certified nursing assistant has been awarded EMCH Foundation Continuing Medical Education Scholarship to advance her medical training.
BRUSH, Colo. (Sept. 13, 2011) — The East Morgan County Hospital (EMCH) Foundation announced the 2011 Scholarship has been awarded to a student working in the Brush area who is continuing her medical education. Brandy Rogers, a certified nursing assistant (CNA) at EMCH, received a $500 scholarship to advance her medical training.
“Brandy is an excellent example of an individual dedicated to the field of health care and is interested in advancing her career. Brandy’s ultimate goal is to become a flight nurse. This scholarship will help her move toward her ultimate goal,” said Suzanna Spears, EMCH Foundation President.
Rogers, will continue attending Morgan Community College, where she is on track to graduate in May 2012 from the Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) program. Following this achievement, she’ll transfer to another college to complete her Bachelor of Science degree.
Her educational goal is to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. Rogers is a full time student, works per diem as a CNA at East Morgan County Hospital. She is considering relocating to the Front Range because she wants to become a flight nurse and wants the experience of working at a larger hospital. Her fellow staff members regard her as ambitious, responsible, a dependable team player, and fun to be around.
Established in 2000, the $500 Foundation Scholarship is awarded annually to one individual employed in the healthcare community of the East Morgan County Hospital District with a desire to continue his or her healthcare education at an accredited institution.
About East Morgan County Hospital Foundation
The East Morgan County Hospital Foundation exists to provide funds and support for capital and program needs at East Morgan County Hospital. Several successful campaigns have been conducted to meet these needs. The Foundation also supports the education of medical personnel throughout the hospital district and high school seniors, who want to become a physician, through two scholarship opportunities.
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