TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter:

Administrative & Support Services: Joyce Jones, Environmental Services

Joyce Jones of Environmental Services (EVS) is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services.

Jones is an environmental services aide who is known for her outstanding work ethic and positive attitude. She consistently anticipates tasks and completes them proactively, interacting pleasantly with both team members and patients while maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor.

Jones’s contributions go far beyond keeping the hospital clean. Her work allows clinical staff to focus on patient care, helps patients feel comfortable and secure, and ensures the hospital meets strict safety and regulatory standards. Her dedication, reliability, and attention to detail make her an essential part of the healthcare team and deserving of this recognition.

Professional Services: Allison Elerding, Richard A. Henson Research Institute

Allison Elerding of the Richard A. Henson Research Institute is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Member of the Quarter for Professional Services.

Since joining the Research Institute this past year, Elerding has demonstrated professionalism, initiative and dedication to excellence. She designed and secured Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval for a clinical research study on quality of life and physical functioning in ALS patients, advancing care locally and supporting the clinic’s national accreditation. In July, she enrolled the first patient, conducting a compassionate, thorough consultation that reflected her commitment to ethical, patient-focused research.

Elerding also showed leadership when a senior team member retired, taking on additional responsibilities, including navigating complex regulatory compliance and maintaining departmental excellence. Her work ethic, collaborative spirit, and intellectual curiosity distinguish her as a rising leader in clinical research. She consistently elevates her team and the patients they serve, making her a vital asset to TidalHealth and deserving of this recognition.

Nursing Services: Nicolina Adcock, Surgical Services

Nicolina Adcock of Surgical Services is one of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter for Nursing Services.

Adcock is an outstanding surgical assistant and a tremendous asset to TidalHealth’s surgeons and surgical residents. She consistently demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and dedication to excellence in patient care, making her a valued member of the Surgical Services team.

She is also passionate about education, volunteering to train surgical residents and new team members. Adcock’s willingness to share knowledge fosters a culture of continuous learning and growth within the department. Her commitment, enthusiasm, and support of colleagues and learners exemplify TidalHealth’s values and make her deserving of this recognition.

Nursing Services: Julie Benjamin, Intensive Care Unit

Julie Benjamin of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is one of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter for Nursing Services.

Benjamin consistently goes above and beyond as a patient care technician, ensuring her patients are clean, comfortable, and fully supported. She demonstrates compassion and dedication not only to her assigned patients but also to her fellow team members, stepping in wherever she is needed.

One shift, Benjamin assisted in the ED by translating for the mother of a critically ill infant. She stayed with the mother for six hours, providing comfort, clear explanations, and support throughout the emergency, including delivering the tragic news of the infant’s passing. Her empathy, professionalism, and extraordinary commitment left a lasting impact on the family and her colleagues, exemplifying exceptional patient-centered care. She is truly deserving of this recognition.