Timothy Van Nort, administration coordinator to the chief executive officer, has been named employee of the month for March.

Van Nort began working at Day Kimball in 2013 as a UR/PCT and secretary in the behavioral health department before transitioning to administrative assistant for the director of critical services until 2018. In 2019, Van Nort returned to Day Kimball to fulfill his current role. As administration coordinator, he is responsible for providing assistance to the CEO and executive team, in addition to coordinating daily operations of the hospital.

According to Van Nort’s supervisor, R. Kyle Kramer, chief executive officer, Day Kimball Healthcare, "Tim is the quintessential example of what servant leadership looks like. His unselfish generosity, kind spirit, and helpful attitude are but a few of the attributes that make Tim such a valuable team member here at Day Kimball. His quiet nature and quick wit can brighten any day, and we are extremely fortunate to have him as a colleague and friend."

In response to being named employee of the month, Van Nort said, “I am so grateful. There are so many eligible employees that contribute to the success of DKH.” When asked what he likes most about his job, he shared, “I enjoy being a resource to assist anyone who needs help. Day Kimball has a great culture and I’m proud to be part of this team.”

Van Nort earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Worcester State College. He grew up in Webster, MA and currently resides in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut with his partner Gerry, their dog, three cats, ten chickens, and mini pot belly pig.

Day Kimball Healthcare’s employee of the month program is sponsored by Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. “The Mashantucket (Western) Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods Resort Casino has been focused on taking care of the people that serve within our community, and we appreciate everything Day Kimball Healthcare does,” said Foxwood’s Director of Sponsorships and Partnerships Roy Colebut-Ingram. “Supporting meaningful employee recognition programs like that at DKH is just one way that we feel we can express our appreciation.”