Nicole Gripe
May 2025
Nicole
Gripe
,
BSN, RN, CNOR
Surgery
Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital
Tulsa
,
OK
United States

 

 

 

She is a big-picture thinker who considers each department involved in decisions, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care during their most vulnerable time.
Today we celebrate an exceptional leader whose dedication and unwavering commitment have profoundly impacted our organization. She began by uniting the team and fostering a culture of belonging, embracing this responsibility with grace and humility. 

By creating an environment of mutual respect and appreciation, her efforts ensured that every member felt valued and could work together in harmony. Her department now exemplifies a strong sense of unity by covering call or shifts for one another, volunteering to come in extra, sharing meals in the cafeteria, and greeting coworkers in the hallway.

She is a problem solver who encourages critical thinking and navigates challenges with poise. Her management of major projects has been exemplary, with a steadfast focus on staff and patient safety. Her dedication is evident in her meticulous planning and the behind-the-scenes efforts that make everything run smoothly. She is fully committed to supporting her department, regardless of the day or time, and advocates tirelessly for her team.

Many people may not realize the full extent of her responsibilities and all that she manages. She is the calm in the storm and works well with everyone. She goes the extra mile for patients and staff, even driving to other hospitals multiple times to ensure patients get what they need. She is a big-picture thinker who considers each department involved in decisions, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care during their most vulnerable time.

She has fully embraced TSSH's vision and culture, demonstrating her love for this hospital and her commitment to its success.