Irene Bahe, RN was nominated by her patients for her extraordinary performance on a daily basis. She is the supervisory clinical nurse at Leupp Health Station which is a satellite clinic on the Navajo reservation. Leupp is located 30 miles from the nearest hospital.

In addition to supervisory duties, she is the clinical nurse and nurse preceptor. She has done a great job of teaching and mentoring. She does an outstanding job in Leupp caring for infants to elderly patients and walk-ins to extreme emergent situations.
The nominations read:

“Irene is always more than willing to do good and help/care for patients. She is an excellent provider and is always smiling and greets people. Irene Bahe deserves this award.”

“Ms. Bahe is a friendly, caring and helpful person who is always ready to assist in any situation. We will be lost without her here in Leupp. She has all the clinical nursing skills. She is here at work early and leaves late until all the patients are treated. This is what you call a ‘Nurse’.”

“Irene has always been able to answer our questions accurately with compassion as a nursing professional. She always has a positive attitude, and is happy to assist us even if we are not feeling our best. She truly loves her career.”