Portland, Maine (May, 2006) - MaryEllen White, Director of Clinical Information, was awarded the Employee of the Year Award for 2005 by New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland (NERHP). The award is presented annually to an NERHP employee in recognition of their outstanding performance, productivity and dedicated service. A ceremony was held earlier this year at NERHP's Brighton Room to honor Ms. White.

"MaryEllen is highly respected by her colleagues and peers for her integrity and service," says Amy Morse, CEO, NERHP. "She is frequently sought after internally and in the field for advice, providing professional expertise in the areas of compliance, confidentiality and security."

MaryEllen has been with NERHP for twenty years and has served the hospital with true dedication.