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Certified nurses at Valley Children's smile for a group photo inside the hospital rotunda.

Passion and Purpose Drive Certified Nurses at Valley Children’s

March 19, 2026

MADERA, Calif. – Certified Nurses Day, observed annually on March 19, recognizes nurses who have achieved certification in their specialty – an accomplishment that reflects rigorous expertise, dedication and a commitment to excellence in patient care. To mark the day, certified nurses…

Ernesto Aguilar and Natasha Reilly

Caregivers Recognized by Patient Families and Peers for Compassionate Care

March 2, 2026

MADERA, Calif. – Two members of the Valley Children’s team received special recognition after being nominated by patient families for their compassionate care. PHIL Award: Ernesto Aguilar, Respiratory Care Practitioner Ernesto Aguilar, a respiratory care practitioner at Valley Children’s, received the…

A floragraph of Patrice Sanders sits on a table along with photos and candles.

Valley Children’s Nurse to be Honored at Rose Parade for Organ Donation Legacy

December 4, 2025

MADERA, Calif. – A nurse who spent 37 years bringing comfort and care to Valley Children’s patients will be celebrated at the 2026 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. Patrice Sanders will be one of seven individuals honored on the Donate…

A baby in the neonatal intensive care unit at Valley Children's dresses as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz for Halloween.

NICU Nurses Make Halloween Magical for Families at Valley Children’s

October 31, 2025

MADERA, Calif. – As part of an annual tradition stitched together with love, nurses in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Valley Children’s handcrafted Halloween costumes for their tiny patients this year. Each year, nurses donate their time and…

A nurse at Valley Children's looks down at a table as she prepares for a procedure.

One Line at a Time: Leading Vascular Access with Compassion and Ingenuity

October 17, 2025

MADERA, Calif. — The vascular access team at Valley Children’s doesn’t just place lines, they build trust with patients and families — and Erica Guzman sees every patient visit as a chance to make a difference. As a charge nurse…

Crystal Aguayo holds a small sculpture and smiles in front of a sign that reads "Valley Children's Hospital."

Valley Children’s Honors First Winner of Prestigious Nursing Award

October 2, 2025

MADERA, Calif. – When Crystal Aguayo transitioned from the operating room to the pediatric intensive care unit, she set a goal to connect more deeply with patients and families. That goal came full circle when she became the first recipient…

Veteran Nurse Practitioner Reflects on 37 Years of Helping Kids Heal

August 21, 2025

MADERA, Calif. – Some of the children Sharon Vander Plaats once cared for are now in their 50s with kids of their own. It’s a humbling reminder of the impact she’s had over 37 years with Valley Children’s Healthcare –…

2025 Nurse of the Year Award Recipients Announced

June 9, 2025

MADERA, Calif. – Valley Children’s Healthcare announced the recipients of the 2025 Nurse of the Year Excellence Awards, an annual recognition that honors the compassion, skill and unwavering dedication of nurses. This year’s theme, “Courage to Soar,” focuses on the…