Senior Development Coordinator, Rosemary Lebeda

With more than 25 years of experience at The Nebraska Medical Center, Rosemary Lebeda, Senior Development Associate.

Her long-time relationship with the hospital, she knows the organization from the inside out and understands how to make things happen. She has a personal relationship with many of the staff from the physicians and nurses on the floors to the managers and administrative staff who work behind the scenes.

Rosemary has held positions at different levels and areas throughout the organization and says her prior roles have helped prepare her for her work in Development. "My former positions helped me get to know people throughout the organization and have given me a greater and deeper appreciation for the dedication and commitment that goes into providing the best possible health care to each and every patient."

"Seeing the impact through the eyes of the patients and families makes my job even more gratifying," notes Lebeda. "I really enjoy meeting with patients and families and hearing their stories. They are so appreciative of the time and care provided by our nurses, doctors and staff. I feel honored to be able to work with them to find a special way to remember a loved one or honor and thank the nurses and doctors for their care and hard work."

Rosemary says there are countless ways in which people can participate from donating their time or talent to gifts in kind or monetary donations. "We're here to help find the best fit for anyone who wants to support The Nebraska Medical Center," she says.

One of Rosemary's favorite projects has been the Tribute to Caregivers. The idea was inspired by a woman who was establishing a fund in memory of her husband and wanted to do something for the doctors and nurses who cared for him. The Tribute to Caregivers includes a beautiful bronze sculpture of the "Hands of the Caregiver" which will be unveiled this fall. It also provides an opportunity to purchase commemorative stones as a way to pay tribute to a loved one or caregiver. "We needed something meaningful, yet affordable for people," says Rosemary. "Losing a loved one is never easy, but being able to honor them and commemorate the time they were here may help ease the pain of their loss."

We have an incrediable team and I am proud of the work we do.