Andrea Gee, Carilion Patient Care Tech Awarded the Doris and Lynn Morris Scholarship!

While visiting a family member during a recent stay, I was able to witness the commitment to patients that Willy demonstrates during his daily duties. He made sure their room was clean, even down to wiping the arms of the chairs each visitor sits in. He entered the room with a smile and got the job done quick and efficiently as not to disturb the patient who was finally getting some rest. Thank you, Willy Inman, for being kind and detailed in your work!

The following email was received regarding care received in the x-ray department at CFMH:

The CMC Ancillary Council would like to announce that Rachel Parker has been voted as a BEE Award winner for 2022!  The BEE Award recognizes the extraordinary work of our unlicensed nursing support staff.  The award honors nursing support staff members who go above and beyond for our patients and their families.

Please take a moment to read Rachel's nomination story:

Carilion Now, our 24/7 virtual urgent care, was introduced to employees in May and to the public later in June. This month, the Digital Health team celebrates the success of over 1,000 patient visits through the Carilion Now mobile app or website, CarilonNow.com.

Here are some other interesting facts about Carilion Now: 

Nurses like Morgan exemplify all those characteristics that we want to see in all our caregivers.  She takes the time with her patients to explain the processes and shows wonderful caring and compassion.  Morgan represents all those DAISY qualities that we hold dear.  Please take a moment to read her nomination story:

As a CT technologist, I work with Jamie regularly scanning patients for the Aortic Center. Recently, a fellow technologist had a family emergency that warranted a second vascular consult. I reached out to Jamie to put her in touch with my colleague and not only was she willing to help and answer questions, but she coordinated with Dr. Adams and kept my colleague informed through the process. I am so thankful that Jamie is available and willing to help at a moment's notice, whether it be one of her current patients or someone brand new connected to our Carilion family.

Kimberly McDow demonstrates Carilion values of Curiosity, Commitment, Caring, Compassion, and Courage daily in our outpatient rehabilitation services department in Roanoke. She has stepped up to the challenge of becoming certified in Lymphedema, and she has collaborated with our new Oncology Rehab program to ensure patients receive the care they need during and after cancer treatments. She has also worked to lead Journal Club at the Carilion Wellness clinic in Roanoke, and she provides feedback and assistance to her coworkers without prompting.

This one goes out to one of the finest emergency room nurses I ever had a pleasure of working with. We appreciate your hard work, compassion, and dedication to caring for our patients. Keep up the fantastic work Trevor!

Kitty runs a tight ship! And I mean TIGHT!  When she is charge, she IS IN CHARGE! Of everything! Her attention to detail is phenomenal!  With her  excellent nursing skills she multitasks with apparent ease, managing patients, families, nurses, flow issues...you name it. She steps in right away to assist  in unstable situations and she does it competently and efficiently. I don't know how she manages to remain calm, even on very frustrating days. She is a born leader!

Thank you Kitty! You are much appreciated by the Hospitalist team!