 
                                                                                                    27/10/2025
                                            ๐ Celebrating four more remarkable finalists! ๐
Kelley Daly | Director of Nursing, Rathbourne Nursing Home, Dublin 15 
A Registered General Nurse and qualified Public Health Nurse, Kelley leads with person-centred practice, fostering a strong, inclusive team culture through monthly meetings with residents and committee members. One nominator shares: "She is truly the best boss I've ever had," whilst families praise her deep understanding of dementia care that brings comfort and confidence through hands-on leadership.
Mamie Dunne | Administrator, Oakdale Nursing Home, Co Laois 
Mamie is the heartbeat of Oakdale's administration, bringing exceptional organisational excellence and genuine compassion shaped by personal experience of nursing home care. Her eye for design has transformed Oakdale, with nominators noting "she has the eye to turn this building into a home away from home" and "everyone can rely on Mamie" for compassion and answers during both joyful and difficult times.
Ash*tha Sebastian | CNM, Signacare Bunclody, Co Wexford 
With over eight years in gerontological, paediatric and neonatal care, Ash*tha serves as Assistant Director of Nursing, treating each resident with dignity as "individuals, not just patients." Her joyful personality and unwavering staff support creates "a culture of respect, teamwork and excellence" that inspires others "to lead with kindness, passion and heart."
Rebecca Brady | Administrator, Ashford House Nursing Home, Co Dublin Rebecca's career began in 1990 supporting people with AIDS in a London hospice. Now as receptionist at Ashford House, her natural "gift of the gab" creates such comfort that "many residents now queue at the reception area simply to sit and have a chat with her," whilst her professionalism brings reassurance that families regularly acknowledge in grateful emails.
Congratulations to all four finalists!
Stay tuned as we celebrate our finalists in the lead up to the NHI Care Awards on November 6th.
Get your tickets here: nhicareawards.ie
                                             
 
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                         
   
   
   
   
     
   
   
  