Dave Jacobs of Medline to Receive NAHCA Generous Spirit Award

Jacobs is the third recipient of the association’s prestigious award

Mundelein, Ill., June 2, 2016 ­– Dave Jacobs, president, post-acute care at Medline, today received the National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA) Generous Spirit Award for his continued support of the association’s mission to help elevate the professional standing and performance of certified nursing assistants (CNA) who care for the frail and elderly.

NAHCA presents this prestigious award during its annual conference.  The award was created in tribute to NAHCA co-founder, Lori Porter’s mother whose generous spirit gave the association its start.  Jacobs will receive the award in front of nearly 500 CNAs from around the nation at NAHCA’s annual Key to Quality banquet on June 2 in Des Moines, Iowa.

“Every five years we honor a NAHCA supporter who is beyond generous, whose spirit helps to keep the NAHCA mission advancing throughout long term care. Dave is that supporter,” says NAHCA co-founder and CEO, Lori Porter . “His ongoing support on behalf of Medline is what allows us to put on these amazing conferences for our members. He understands the value of CNAs and their importance to the marketplace Medline serves and is committed to ensuring they receive the recognition they so richly deserve.”

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“CNAs play a vital role in the health and well-being of long-term care residents. That’s why we’re committed to developing innovative programs and education to help support skin health and awareness, leadership development and patient care,” says Jacobs. “It is an honor to receive this award from NAHCA and continue this important collaboration.”

Medline is committed to helping healthcare providers perform at their very best throughout the entire continuum of care. The company has created products and solutions that help clinicians protect aging skin, improve quality care and provide continuing education (CE) through its free online education website, Medline University.

For more information about NAHCA, visit www.nahcacareforce.org.

About Medline

Medline is a global manufacturer and distributor serving the health care industry with medical supplies and clinical solutions that help customers achieve both clinical and financial success. Headquartered in Mundelein, Ill., the company offers 350,000+ medical devices and support services through more than 1,200 direct sales representatives who are dedicated points of contact for customers across the continuum of care.  For more information on Medline, go to www.medline.com or http://www.medline.com/social-media to connect with Medline on its social media channels.