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Nominations Open for 2027 OHA Health Care Worker of the Year Award

October 2, 2026

OHA is accepting nominations for the 2027 Albert E. Dyckes Health Care Worker of the Year Award, which recognizes an exceptional front-line health care worker from an OHA member hospital or health system. Nominations are due Monday, Nov. 30, 2026.

Each member hospital may nominate one eligible employee who routinely goes beyond the call of duty, reflects their organization’s mission and values and gives back to the community. Direct caregivers, support personnel and physicians are eligible. Two high-resolution photos, including at least one headshot, must accompany each nomination.

All nominees will be recognized on social media leading up to OHA’s Recognition Dinner on June 23, 2027, at the Hilton Columbus at Easton, where finalists and the award recipient will be announced.

Visit this page for nomination details, submission tips and photo requirements.

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