These Prestigious Awards recognize excellence across all areas of our organization—from compassionate clinical care and patient safety to strong leadership and outstanding stewardship. Please join us in celebrating the 2026 recipients, whose extraordinary efforts reflect the very best of South County Health.
Pictured, left to right: Angela Fazio, RN, BSN, CWCN, Veronica Musch, Stephanie Krusz, MD, Naomi Deutschman, Certified Nurse Midwife, Heather Hurley, Susan Cockfield, Alyssa Little, Caroline Tran, RN
Advanced Practice Provider of the Year
Naomi Deutschman, CNM, Midwife, Women's Health
“During my time with Naomi she provided care that went far beyond expectations. She was available at all hours- consistently present, attentive and deeply committed to my wellbeing. When I felt overwhelmed, she didn't rush the moment. Instead, she asks thoughtful questions, took the time to truly understand me and met me with patience and empathy. Naomi has a remarkable ability to balance clinical guidance with patient autonomy”
Employee of the Year
Veronica Musch, Marketing Specialist, Marketing & Communications
Over the past year, Veronica has played a key role in developing and executing high-impact advertising campaigns for the Emergency Department, Center for Women's Health, and Oncology programs - initiatives central to driving targeted volume growth and improving access to care. Her ability to translate complex strategies into clear, compelling creative has been essential to the success of these campaigns.
Excellence in Stewardship
Susan Cockfield, Payroll Coordinator, Finance Department
Susan is an unsung hero. She arrives at the crack of dawn, especially on payroll weeks, goes over and beyond the requirements of her job to make sure that employees get paid every other week. She schedules her time off to align with pay-weeks. Works holidays and weekends to make sure we all get paid. She is always willing to assist managers, making sure that problems are resolved quickly.”
Leader of the Year
Angela Fazio, RN, BSN, & CWCN, Nurse Manager, Wound Care
Angela shines with positivity and always looks to problem solve. She's very passionate and easy to talk with. She's a problem solver and a natural leader.
Nurse of the Year
Caroline Tran, RN, Orthopedics
Caroline has been a dedicated nurse at South County Hospital since 2019. During that time, she has grown Into an essential member of our team and is now one of the most seasoned and dependable nurses on our unit. She consistently demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and a genuine commitment to excellence In patient care. Caroline takes great pride in her work, and her keen eye for detail has become an Invaluable asset to our unit's success.
Patient Safety Champion
Alyssa Little, Applications Analyst, IT Department
Alyssa has been a collaborative IT partner. Within the last year she has optimized the oncology service fine medical record despite frequent challenges and difficult system builds. Throughout the entire process she was kind and encouraging during difficult service line meetings and spent numerous hours with providers and staff to reinforce workflows and retrain. In all these changes she was kind and resourceful.
Physician of the Year
Dr. Stephanie Krusz, MD, Physician, Primary Care Warwick
Dr. Krusz is not only a fantastic provider but also a mentor to everyone in Primary Care.
President's Award
Heather Hurley, Manager, Patient Access
Patient access is central to South County Health's mission, and Heather works every day to provide patients with a streamlined experience that offers multiple touchpoints for access to the critical services we provide.
