Healthcare Humanity Awards 2024
For her exceptional dedication to patient care and inspiring leadership among colleagues, Chong Yan Chew, a Nurse Clinician with MWS Home Care & Home Hospice (HCHH), was honoured with the Healthcare Humanity Awards (HHA) in the Individual Award (Resilience) category.
Yan Chew has played a pivotal role in raising awareness of MWS’ home hospice services among hospitals and other external organisations, and fostering valuable partnerships with them. She was also instrumental in spearheading palliative care rounds at MWS nursing homes and facilitating the integration of our home care and hospice services. Highly respected for her expertise, dedication, and readiness to mentor, Yan Chew has been an invaluable member of her team.
“Receiving this award means a lot to me as it reminds me of why I became a nurse: to make a difference in people’s lives,” said Yan Chew. “I’ve truly enjoyed the interaction with my patients, and I feel humbled to be part of their journey. Their life stories and the lessons they’ve shared have been invaluable, teaching me the meaning of resilience. Their simple ‘thank you’ or gestures of appreciation motivate me to continue truly providing patient-centred care.”
The 40-year-old, who spent nearly a decade working in an acute care setting before transitioning to community care, said that she was drawn to the integrated care model at MWS HCHH as it embodies the holistic care approach she deeply believes in.
“It hasn’t been an easy journey, but undeniably a meaningful and fulfilling one,” she said. “This award acknowledges my commitment and dedication to patient care. I hope to inspire and nurture a resilient team of nurses, empowering them to make a difference and touch lives, even if it is only in small ways.”
The HHA honours exemplary healthcare professionals in Singapore who demonstrate outstanding dedication and compassion in their service, and is organised by MOH Holdings.
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