Anoush Avakemian
June 2026
Anoush
Avakemian
,
RN, BSN, MSNE
Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills Medical Center
Woodland Hills
,
CA
United States
Her ability to inspire excellence while making people feel cared for is a rare gift.
As the Clinical Manager/Educator for the Perinatal Service Line, Anoush embodies everything a nurse leader should be: compassionate, authentic, resilient, and deeply committed to both her team and the patients we serve.
What makes Anoush so extraordinary is not only what she does, but how she does it. Every day, she shows up with a positive spirit and an unwavering dedication to others, even when facing challenges of her own. She has an incredible ability to make difficult days feel lighter. Whether through her warm encouragement, her infectious sense of humor, or simply her presence, Anoush has a way of lifting those around her and reminding us why we do this work.
Anoush leads with authenticity. She never tries to be anything other than herself, and that genuine nature creates trust and connection with everyone she encounters. Staff members and colleagues know they can come to her with concerns, questions, frustrations, or ideas and be met with empathy, honesty, and support. She listens, cares sincerely, and always makes people feel valued.
One of the qualities I admire most about Anoush is her courage to do what is right. She is not afraid to advocate for her patients, her staff, or her departments, even when doing so requires difficult conversations or challenging the status quo. Her decisions are guided by integrity and a commitment to excellence, never by convenience. She consistently demonstrates that true leadership means standing firm in your values while treating others with kindness and respect.
Her passion for perinatal care is evident in everything she does. Anoush genuinely cares about the success of our teams because she understands that strong, supported teams provide the best possible care for patients and families during some of the most important moments of their lives. She invests her time and energy into developing staff, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and thrive.
What sets Anoush apart is the way she balances high expectations with genuine compassion. She works tirelessly to support her teams, often putting the needs of others before her own. Yet through it all, she maintains a sense of humor and humanity that keeps us grounded and connected. Her ability to inspire excellence while making people feel cared for is a rare gift.
Anoush's impact reaches far beyond her title. She is a mentor, an advocate, a role model, and a source of strength for countless people. The culture she helps create is one of trust, accountability, compassion, and teamwork. Because of her leadership, both caregivers and patients benefit every day.
For her unwavering dedication, authentic leadership, compassionate heart, and profound influence on those around her, I am honored to nominate Anoush Avakemian for the DAISY Nurse Leader Award. She exemplifies the very best of nursing leadership and is exceptionally deserving of this recognition.
What makes Anoush so extraordinary is not only what she does, but how she does it. Every day, she shows up with a positive spirit and an unwavering dedication to others, even when facing challenges of her own. She has an incredible ability to make difficult days feel lighter. Whether through her warm encouragement, her infectious sense of humor, or simply her presence, Anoush has a way of lifting those around her and reminding us why we do this work.
Anoush leads with authenticity. She never tries to be anything other than herself, and that genuine nature creates trust and connection with everyone she encounters. Staff members and colleagues know they can come to her with concerns, questions, frustrations, or ideas and be met with empathy, honesty, and support. She listens, cares sincerely, and always makes people feel valued.
One of the qualities I admire most about Anoush is her courage to do what is right. She is not afraid to advocate for her patients, her staff, or her departments, even when doing so requires difficult conversations or challenging the status quo. Her decisions are guided by integrity and a commitment to excellence, never by convenience. She consistently demonstrates that true leadership means standing firm in your values while treating others with kindness and respect.
Her passion for perinatal care is evident in everything she does. Anoush genuinely cares about the success of our teams because she understands that strong, supported teams provide the best possible care for patients and families during some of the most important moments of their lives. She invests her time and energy into developing staff, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and thrive.
What sets Anoush apart is the way she balances high expectations with genuine compassion. She works tirelessly to support her teams, often putting the needs of others before her own. Yet through it all, she maintains a sense of humor and humanity that keeps us grounded and connected. Her ability to inspire excellence while making people feel cared for is a rare gift.
Anoush's impact reaches far beyond her title. She is a mentor, an advocate, a role model, and a source of strength for countless people. The culture she helps create is one of trust, accountability, compassion, and teamwork. Because of her leadership, both caregivers and patients benefit every day.
For her unwavering dedication, authentic leadership, compassionate heart, and profound influence on those around her, I am honored to nominate Anoush Avakemian for the DAISY Nurse Leader Award. She exemplifies the very best of nursing leadership and is exceptionally deserving of this recognition.