Bayhealth Leader Honored with Patriot Award for Supporting Military Service
Monday, September 29, 2025
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Awards & Recognitions
Bayhealth Professional Development Associate and Air Force Reservist Mackenzie Soto recently recognized her manager, Angeline Dewey, MSN, RN, APRN, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNRN, senior director, Clinical Practice & Professional Development, with the Patriot Award – a national honor presented by the Office of the Secretary of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).
Dewey, who serves as the director of Bayhealth’s Education Department, was nominated for her exceptional support of Soto in balancing civilian duties with military service. The award highlights supervisors who go above and beyond in supporting employees who serve in the National Guard or Reserve.
“The Patriot Award represents more than just a certificate – it’s a reflection of the encouragement, understanding and flexibility that leaders like Angel show every day,” said Soto. “Her support makes it easier for me to fulfill both my civilian responsibilities and my military obligations.”
The ESGR Patriot Award is part of a Department of Defense program designed to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve Component Service members and their civilian employers. The award was presented to Dewey in a surprise recognition event at Bayhealth.
For more information about the Patriot Award or the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, visit esgr.mil.
Dewey, who serves as the director of Bayhealth’s Education Department, was nominated for her exceptional support of Soto in balancing civilian duties with military service. The award highlights supervisors who go above and beyond in supporting employees who serve in the National Guard or Reserve.
“The Patriot Award represents more than just a certificate – it’s a reflection of the encouragement, understanding and flexibility that leaders like Angel show every day,” said Soto. “Her support makes it easier for me to fulfill both my civilian responsibilities and my military obligations.”
The ESGR Patriot Award is part of a Department of Defense program designed to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve Component Service members and their civilian employers. The award was presented to Dewey in a surprise recognition event at Bayhealth.
For more information about the Patriot Award or the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, visit esgr.mil.