Armed Forces Person of the Year Award

Purpose

The purpose of the Armed Forces Person of the Year Award is to honor those military members who have served or are currently serving with pride and distinction in our nation’s armed forces (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, National Guard, Coast Guard, and Air Force). We recognize the sacrifice and courage they have displayed and we appreciate their presence at Cooper.

Criteria for Consideration

The Armed Forces Person of the Year award may be awarded to any Cooper University Health Care team member who has served or is currently serving in the armed forces of the United States.
Team member must have worked a minimum of one year, and not be in probationary status at the time of nomination.
Team member has no disciplinary action on file in the 12 months preceding nomination.
Team member must be in good standing with the organization.
Team member should have contributed to the community and or patient support.
Team member should exemplify Cooper’s core values and standards.

Core Values

Compassion – We are caring, kind, and empathetic, taking action to relieve the suffering of others
Inclusion – We respect others, value differences, and promote a sense of belonging for all
Excellence – We are honest, professional, active, accountable, innovative, and passionate about quality in all our work

Service Standards

Communication – Always managing up, creating a positive impression of others, including team members and the organization. Encourages others to do the same.
Courtesy – Is approachable and responsible when others need help, going outside of his/her job responsibilities to help the team while showing care and concern.
Respect – Is accepting of others’ rights, needs and cultural differences. Advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion at Cooper.
Professionalism – Inspires and helps team members to develop skills and competencies to perform at their best, is highly respected among peers.

Submission Process

Nomination form can be submitted online using the form below.
Nominations should be based on actions and activities consistent with Cooper Values and Strategic Imperatives. For example, support of military activity and event.
Describe why this team member should receive this award and provide specific examples.
Nominee Military Branch of Service should be included in your write up.
All nominations submitted will be reviewed by the committee.

Review and Selection Committee

The committee is multidisciplinary, consisting of nine members.
- Decision will require a minimum of seven votes.
- There will be six alternate committee members.

Selection Process

The committee will evaluate and select the nominations that meets the criteria.
The committee will select the Armed Forces Person of the Year based on the established criteria.
Finalist will be notified.
The Armed Forces Person of the Year will be awarded:
- A certificate (signed by our Co-Presidents/CEOs and the department senior management).
- A Gold Star certificate worth 20,000 medallions to be redeemed on the Cooper Rewards Platform.
- Armed Forces Person of the Year Award.
A recognition celebration will be held in honor of the Armed Forces Person of the Year
The Armed Forces Person of the Year will be recognized on the Pulse, HR Corner, HR News, Weekly Rounds, Cooper digital boards, Pulse+, and social media channels (if they consent).

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Community involvement may be demonstrated in several ways. It can come through patient support, volunteering with the homeless, working with schools, performing medical screenings, etc. Has the nominee supported any community involvement? If so, please describe.*
A culture of belonging can be defined as an environment where team members feel safe, included, and valued. They’re free to express their individuality without fear. How would you describe the nominee’s actions in supporting a culture of belonging at Cooper?*
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