Help us recognize your facility's EVS HEALTHCARE HEROES!

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Submit your healthcare
hero team!

The Healthcare Heroes Contest was created to celebrate the outstanding efforts of Environmental Services (EVS) teams in healthcare facilities across the country. At Contec Professional, we are proud to partner with EVS teams nationwide and recognize their invaluable contributions to healthcare.
 
What you'll win
The five (5) selected winners will receive the following:

🏆 a free lunch for their EVS team
🏆a featured post on the Contec Professional website that includes a picture of their team and a summary of why their director or manager nominated them as "Healthcare Heroes".
 
✅All entrants receive a "Healthcare Heros" enamel pin: 
HH25 - Enamel Pin
 

Submit your healthcare
hero team!

The Healthcare Heroes Contest was created to celebrate the outstanding efforts of Environmental Services (EVS) teams in healthcare facilities across the country. At Contec Professional, we are proud to partner with EVS teams nationwide and recognize their invaluable contributions to healthcare


What makes a Healthcare Hero?

  1. Exceptional Teamwork - How does your team come together to achieve outstanding results?
  2. Camaraderie and Spirit - What makes working with your team enjoyable and fulfilling?
  3. Doing #WhateverItTakes - How has your team gone above and beyond to benefit the team or the facility?
  4. Innovative Cleaning Techniques - What creative methods or strategies has your team developed to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness?

What you'll win

The five (5) selected winners will receive the following:

🏆 a free lunch for their EVS team
🏆a featured post on the Contec Professional website that includes a picture of their team and a summary of why their director or manager nominated them as "Healthcare Heroes".
 
✅All entrants receive a "Healthcare Heros" enamel pin: 
HH25 - Enamel Pin
 

Submit your Healthcare
Hero team!

The Healthcare Heroes Contest was created to celebrate the outstanding efforts of Environmental Services (EVS) teams in healthcare facilities across the country. At Contec Professional, we are proud to partner with EVS teams nationwide and recognize their invaluable contributions to healthcare
 

What You'll Win:

Winners are announced during the 2025 EVS Week (Sept 14-20, 2025). The five (5) selected winners will receive the following:
  • A FREE LUNCH for their EVS team
  • A featured post on the Contec Professional website that includes a picture of their team and a summary of why their director or manager nominated them as "Healthcare Heroes".
 All entrants receive a "Healthcare Heroes" enamel pin: 
HH25 - Enamel Pin
What makes a Healthcare Hero?
  • Exceptional Teamwork - How does your team come together to achieve outstanding results?
  • Camaraderie and Spirit - What makes working with your team enjoyable and fulfilling?
  • Doing #WhateverItTakes - How has your team gone above and beyond to benefit the team or the facility?
  • Innovative Cleaning Techniques - What creative methods or strategies has your team developed to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness?

 

What makes a healthcare hero?

Exceptional Team Work

How does your team come together to achieve outstanding results?
 

Doing #WhateverItTakes

How has your team gone above and beyond to benefit the team
or the facility?
 

Camaraderie and Spirit

What makes working with your team enjoyable and fulfilling?
 

Innovative Cleaning Techniques

What creative methods or strategies has your team developed to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness?
 

The Healthcare Heroes Contest was created to celebrate the outstanding efforts of Environmental Services (EVS) teams in healthcare facilities across the country. We received dozens of inspiring entries showcasing the dedication and innovation of EVS teams who work tirelessly to maintain clean, safe environments for patients and staff. After careful consideration, five winners were selected for their exceptional commitment to infection prevention and patient care. At Contec Professional, we are proud to partner with EVS teams nationwide and recognize their invaluable contributions to healthcare.

Contec Professional's 2024 Healthcare Heroes

HH24 - Orlando Regional Medical Center

Orlando Regional Medical Center

Orlando, Florida

 
HH24 - AnMed

AnMed Medical Center

Anderson, South Carolina
HH24 - Providence St Joseph

Providence St. Joseph Orange Hospital

Orange, California
HH24 - St. Vincents

St. Vincent's Medical Center Southside

Jacksonville, Florida

 
HH24 - New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley

New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley Campus

Cortlandt, New York

 
HH24 - Orlando Regional Medical Center

Orlando Regional Medical Center

Orlando, Florida

The ORMC EVS team has shown extraordinary compassion and dedication to patients, such as retrieving a patient’s lost prayer blanket. From building strong patient connections to ensuring a safe and clean environment, their commitment goes far beyond their duties, making a lasting impact on both patients and staff through their genuine care and tireless efforts.

St. Vincent's Medical Center Southside

Jacksonville, Florida

St. Vincent’s EVS team has embraced innovation by transitioning to disposable cleaning products, significantly improving safety and reducing workplace injuries. Their switch to disposable mops and cloths has led to cost savings and efficiency while maintaining a spotless, safe environment for patients and staff. EVS Director Kimbal Chevallier said their dedication has resulted in 575 safety days incident-free.
HH24 - St. Vincents
HH24 - AnMed

AnMed Medical Center

Anderson, South Carolina
AnMed’s EVS team has proven to be a resilient force, excelling in infection prevention and patient care. Their switch to disposable mops and wipes has drastically reduced cross-contamination, helping achieve an HCAHPS cleanliness score of 77.06%. Despite staffing challenges, they consistently perform with excellence and a smile, setting a high standard for hospital cleanliness.

New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley Campus

Cortlandt, New York

The EVS team at New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley takes pride in ensuring patient safety and a clean environment by reviewing daily quality metrics and implementing infection prevention protocols. Their dedication goes beyond cleaning, as they build meaningful connections with patients and staff, providing comfort and support during difficult times. Their camaraderie and teamwork foster a positive, healing environment.
HH24 - New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley
HH24 - Providence St Joseph

Providence St. Joseph Orange Hospital

Orange, California

Providence St. Joseph’s EVS team, in partnership with Goodwill of Orange County, has created a more inclusive workforce by employing individuals with developmental disabilities. This program has empowered individuals while maintaining the highest standards of care, safety, and cleanliness throughout the hospital. Their dedication to diversity and inclusion exemplifies true healthcare heroism.

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