10/16/2025
π Towner County Living Center Employee of the Quarter: Don Skadsem, RN π
Weβre proud to recognize Don Skadsem as our Employee of the Quarter!
Donβs compassion and humor shine through in everything he does. He makes a difference every day by treating our residents like family β giving morning hugs, sharing laughter, and going above and beyond to make everyone feel at home. π
Hereβs a little more about Don:
π¨ββοΈ How long have you been a caregiver?
βIβve been in healthcare for 41 years β I started two weeks after my 15th birthday!β
π‘ Who inspired you to be a caregiver?
βHonestly, I wanted a car and the job available was a CNA, so I started β and loved it!β
β€οΈ What do you love most about being a caregiver?
βMy residents! I love my second family and try to treat them that way β with fun and respect.β
πΈ When youβre not caring for others:
βI enjoy playing the guitar.β
π If you could travel anywhere:
βIβd go to New Zealand β I love the beauty of nature there.β
π£οΈ Advice for your peers:
βLove these residents and treat them with respect β they deserve that! Treat them like people and have fun with them. This is their home; weβre just visitors.β
Don, thank you for your dedication, compassion, and the joy you bring to our residents and team. You truly embody what it means to care from the heart. ππ