Kim Harrop at Western Community Hospital in Southampton has received a 25-year service award from the NHS.
Starting her career as a domestic at Southampton General Hospital, she later moved to Western and has been a vital part of their housekeeping team.
About 16 years ago, she left ward duties to look after general hospital areas.
Kim, who is due to retire in July, plans on relishing more time with her husband John at home and taking holidays.
Her friend and colleague Angie Parkin said: "Kim will be very much missed by the whole housekeeping team. She is an amazing person and a fantastic friend."
Kim was presented with a voucher and certificate from her line manager, Fay Stavrogiannopoulou, FM assistant manager, audit and compliance.
Ms Stavrogiannopoulou said: "Kim is a positive person who always jokes that she loves Fridays. Calm, kind and the voice of reason, she has a nice word for everyone and is a truly empathetic team member."
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