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Monadnock Community Hospital Honors July 2026 Employee of the Month Christi Santerre, RN

Christi Santerre, RN, stands with colleagues Sam, Sudesh, and Therese while holding her July 2026 Employee of the Month certificate at Monadnock Community Hospital.
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Monadnock Community Hospital Honors July 2026 Employee of the Month Christi Santerre, RN

Monadnock Community Hospital is proud to recognize Christi Santerre, RN, of Surgical Services as the July 2026 Employee of the Month.

Christi has served MCH as a Registered Nurse since 2013. She currently works in perioperative care in Same Day Surgery and also serves as a per diem nurse in the Emergency Department. Her commitment to patient-centered care reflects the compassion, collaboration, honesty, and respect that guide MCH’s mission every day.

“She was friendly, compassionate and highly professional during a very stressful situation. Christi took the time to ensure all of our questions were thoroughly answered and provided clear, thoughtful education about post-operative care and what to expect during recovery.”

Patients and families recognized Christi for her kindness, calm presence, and thoughtful education during stressful moments. One nomination shared that Christi took the time to answer questions thoroughly, explain post-operative care clearly, and help the patient and family feel supported, informed, and genuinely cared for. Another patient praised Christi and the Surgical Services team for excellent care during an urgent appendectomy, noting the team’s professionalism, efficiency, and compassion throughout the experience.

Christi’s connection to MCH began long before her nursing career. She grew up locally, and her mother worked as a nurse in MCH’s former four-bed ICU. Christi remembers visiting her mother at work and sharing ice cream together. Years later, Christi found her own place at MCH, where she and her mother even had the opportunity to work at the hospital at the same time.

As a nurse, Christi is inspired by caring for and advocating for her patients. She enjoys working closely with patients and care teams to support each person’s goals. Her professional interests include cardiac nursing and teaching, and she continues to carry forward the early lessons she learned from her mother about compassion and advocacy.

Outside of MCH, Christi enjoys spending time with her three children, gardening, camping, and being outdoors.

MCH also extends congratulations to the July 2026 Honorable Employee Recognitions:

Jessica Bullock — Oncology
“Jess’s care and compassion have been nothing short of life-changing.” A patient shared that Jess helped create a comforting environment, answered questions patiently, and made a difficult experience more manageable through her kindness, professionalism, and empathy.

Theresa Coombs — MCA
“Theresa is outstanding.” An MCH volunteer and patient recognized Theresa for being professional, personable, calm, attentive, and consistently helpful across every interaction.

Christine Jarest — MBHS
“Christine is always so kind and accommodating.” She was recognized for her professionalism, confidentiality, and the personal care she provides by remembering patients and making them feel known.

Chris Jensen — Rehab
“CJ is the spirit of kindness and positive attitude that the world should have more of.” Chris was recognized for taking time to visit with an elderly patient, offering compassion, conversation, help, and comfort.

Dr. Kwitkin — MSA
“Devon and Dr. Kwitkin were an exceptional team who worked phenomenally well together.” Patients described Dr. Kwitkin and the surgical team as top notch, helping them feel comfortable, confident, and certain they had made the right decision to have surgery at MCH.

Linda Kot — MOA
“Linda is a true patient advocate.” Linda was recognized for helping an anxious patient feel supported by explaining protocols and processes clearly, kindly, and empathetically.

Kaytlynn Howland — MBHS
“Kaytlynn has been my greatest support system and resource.” A colleague recognized her for going above and beyond to welcome, support, and train a new team member while balancing the needs of a busy office.

Tracy Morey — Laboratory
“Tracy has been a steady rock for both the Phlebotomy and Specimen Processing Departments.” She was recognized for her attention to detail, auditing skills, critical thinking, flexibility, and dependable support during ongoing change.

Shelley Otero — Human Resources
“Shelley consistently demonstrates compassionate, solutions-focused partnership.” Shelley was recognized for stepping in during an urgent salary planning request and turning a complex, time-sensitive task into a simple, well-organized process.

Kathy Pellitteri — Laboratory
“Kathy has consistently stepped up wherever needed.” She was recognized for her leadership, flexibility, and reliability during the Quest transition, including developing workflows, training staff, onboarding new team members, and keeping operations moving forward.

Dan Salvatore, PA — MOA
“Thank you Dan, you may have saved me a stroke.” Dan was recognized by a patient for identifying irregular heartbeats while checking a pulse and encouraging follow-up care with a PCP.

Julia Swett — Radiology
“Julia received the outstanding Preceptor Award.” She was recognized by the New Hampshire Area Health Education Center Network for her dedication to future health care workers and her role in helping develop Radiologic Technologists in New Hampshire.

Caitlin Walker, RN — Med Surg
“Caitlin was calm and resolute.” Caitlin was recognized for stepping in during a busy, high-acuity situation, demonstrating strong clinical judgment, teamwork, commitment, and steady leadership.

Patrick Wright — Finance
“Patrick is a great teacher, very patient and so willing to make sure new leaders have a good understanding of this process.” Patrick was recognized for his budget support, efficiency, and willingness to help Rehab Services coordinators learn the budget process.

Each recognition reflects the meaningful ways MCH employees support patients, families, colleagues, and the broader hospital community. From providing compassionate care and thoughtful guidance to supporting complex transitions, mentoring future health care workers, and strengthening teamwork across departments, these employees help make MCH a welcoming and trusted place to receive care and to work.

Please join us in congratulating this month’s honorees. Their dedication, compassion, teamwork, and commitment to excellence help strengthen our hospital and support the care we provide to patients and families across the Monadnock Region every day.

Monadnock Community Hospital Employee of the Month award ribbon logo featuring the MCH mountain symbol inside a blue circular badge with ribbon tails underneathAt Monadnock Community Hospital, the Employee of the Month Award celebrates the dedication, compassion, teamwork, and excellence demonstrated by employees across the organization. The program reflects MCH’s commitment to fostering a culture of appreciation, inclusion, and belonging, where every role plays an important part in supporting patients, colleagues, and the community. Employees from all departments and roles across the organization are eligible for nomination.