TUPELO, Miss.— North Mississippi Medical Clinics recently named nurse practitioner Shelia Diane Gann, CFNP, of Work Link as the October Employee of the Month.

Since 2015, Gann has been a part of Work Link, which offers comprehensive occupational health care services including on-site medical clinics, preventive health programs, assessments and training to area businesses and industry.

Gann has more than 25 years of nursing experience, including 20 years of caring for patients in the emergency department. She received her associate degree in nursing from Mississippi University for Women in 1995. She completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing through Walden University in 2014.

As part of Work Link, Gann takes health care to companies across the region through onsite clinics and wellness checks. 

“The best part of my job is that I have an opportunity to travel to other industries,” Gann said. “I can honestly say I enjoy coming to work every day.”

In nominating Gann as Employee of the Month, one of her colleagues praised her willingness to offer support, even answering questions on her days off, and her commitment to her patients.

“She has been an invaluable resource, from answering my multitude of questions to providing kind and patient guidance,” her colleague wrote. “Ms. Gann will take the time needed to ensure that patients are getting the most from their visit. If there is an issue, she will work to resolve it and can be counted on to always do the right thing for our patients.”

Gann has two children and six grandchildren. 

The Employee of the Month honor recognizes employees with exemplary job performance and customer service skills, as well as community involvement. North Mississippi Medical Clinics is part of North Mississippi Health Services and has locations across north Mississippi and northwest Alabama. Call 1-800-THE DESK (1-800-843-3375) or visit www.nmhs.net/locations to find a clinic near you.