Manuel Rodriguez, Jr. Named Colleague of the Month at Saint Francis
September 16, 2025Categories: Awards and Recognition
Manuel Rodriguez, Jr., has been selected as the July 2025 Colleague of the Month. Manny, EVS Team Leader in the Main Operating Room, is being recognized for his commitment to colleagues, patients, and the Trinity Health Of New England Mission.
Manny Rodriguez, Jr., EVS Team Leader in the Main Operating Room, was named July Colleague of the Month at Saint Francis.
Manny received multiple nominations which all mentioned his leadership and importance to both the EVS and OR teams. One nomination read, “Manny is always going above and beyond not only to his EVS team but the whole OR. He is the true backbone of the Main OR and is always there for us when we need him. He treats his colleagues as family and is an incredible leader and teammate.”
In another nomination, his manager noted, “Manny is a humble person and colleague. He performs with awareness, ensuring safety to all. He leads and delegates the EVS OR and ASU team with respect and by example. Manny and the team have an amazing relationship, more so like family. I couldn’t ask for a better Team Leader.”
His nominations concluded by saying, “Manny encompasses the values of Saint Francis Hospital in his acts every day.”
Congratulations, Manny!
The Colleague of the Month program recognizes colleagues who exceed expectations, demonstrate excellence in job performance, and deliver exceptional service. If you know of a fellow co-worker who exemplifies these values, please notify your manager and ask them to complete the Colleague of the Month form. Click HERE for the Saint Francis and Mount Sinai nomination form.