Edward Nutaut Jr., a security officer, has been selected the Lincoln Memorial Hospital 2025 Colleague of the Year. Nutaut Jr. was named Colleague of the Month in August 2025 for his focus on safety and service.
Nutaut Jr. distinguished himself not only through his commitment to protecting patients and employees, but also through his willingness to help others. His colleagues appreciate his readiness to support the hospital team when opportunities present themselves.
"Edward does amazing things every day for people at work," his nominator wrote. "In the aftermath of my dealing with a broken arm, he has always been so good to help me if I need to carry something heavy."
Nutaut Jr. joined Lincoln Memorial Hospital in 2021. The Colleague of the Year is selected at each Memorial Health affiliate from 11 individuals previously named Colleague of the Month throughout 2025.