Minnesota Sheriff’s Association Awards Heidi Blokyzl Correctional Nurse of the Year
(Olivia, Minnesota) – Renville County Jail Nurse Heidi Blokzyl has been honored as the Minnesota Sheriff’s Association Correctional Nurse of the Year. The award was presented on Thursday, September 18, during the Jail Administrator’s Conference at Cragun’s Resort in Brainerd, MN.
In a recent online post, the Renville County Sheriff’s Office remarked, “For more than eight years, Heidi has been an integral part of the safe and healthy operation of our jail. From navigating the challenges of COVID-19 and influenza outbreaks to providing daily care with compassion and professionalism, Heidi consistently goes above and beyond her duties.
She is known for her tireless work ethic, calm response in emergencies, and ability to connect with those in her care. Her positive attitude is contagious, impacting inmates, staff, and administration alike. Quite simply, Heidi is the heartbeat of our facility, and this award is a true reflection of her dedication and service. We are proud to celebrate Heidi’s well-deserved recognition as Correctional Nurse of the Year.”
In recognition of the honor, Jessica Young, President and CEO of Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc., stated, “Advanced Correctional Healthcare is proud to join the staff of Renville County Jail in celebrating the remarkable contributions and selfless service that Heidi has provided for nearly a decade. Her professionalism, dedication, and commitment to quality care embody what the ‘ACH Difference’ is all about.”
About Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc.
Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. (ACH) is the nation’s largest jail contract management company, managing contracts for health care teams and customized programs in a variety of correctional settings across 18 states. ACH has been awarded two Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Ethics, honored at Music City's Community Choice Awards for having the Best Employee Recognition Program, named “Best Hospital & Health Care Business of the Year” in the Global 100 Awards, and in 2025 was certified as a Great Place to Work for the 10th consecutive year. In 2024, ACH saved over $15.5 million in taxpayer dollars through bill scrubbing. From 2019 to 2024, over 105% of contracted nursing hours were met nationwide, and more than 120 patient lives were saved. Learn more at advancedch.com.
