Congratulations to Ellen Harvey DNP, RN, CNS, CCRN for being selected as one of the recipients of the Presidential Citation for her extraordinary contributions of time, energy, and resources to the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) during 2020. The Society established the Presidential Citation Award in 1995 to honor SCCM members who have made outstanding contributions to SCCM.

I want to give a big shout out to Leigh Ann King, Rosa Ford, and Jessica Jordan for helping their team when we unexpectedly had multiple staff out at our therapy front desks.  While these incredible ladies routinely work behind the scenes at Parkview scheduling our new referrals, they were quick to help at our front desks and work short staffed in the referral center.  Thank you for your commitment to the team!  You rock!

We want to say Congratulations to Kasandra Jones - Dining Services Lead at CFMH! Kasandra is being presented with February's CFMH Great Catch Award for her attention to patient safety detail and action. Kasandra noticed that something wasn't right and took action to question it, when she noticed that the rooms for two ICU patients were assigned reversely in Epic as compared to their actual, physical location. This computer mix-up could have led to an error that could have reached the patient, but thankfully because of Kasandra's quick action it did not.

The Professional Recognition Council would like to honor our Certified Nurses today!

We are so proud to showcase our three BEE award winners in the last 18 months. They have shown great pride in their work, dedication and commitment to our team and most of all, to our patients! Charnele, Jamie and JP consistently "BUZZ" higher than the average bee and we are so proud of them!!

On Friday March12, 2021, Treasa Rigney, Volunteer Assistant Coordinator was advised that for the second year running, Carilion Clinic Hospice of the New River Valley has met the requirements for obtaining and maintaining our level 5 We Honor Veteran status!!!! Carilion Clinic Hospice in the New River Valley was the first hospice in the state of Virginia to obtain level five, two years ago. This accomplishment is not made easily or without a LOT of work from everyone on the team.

CGCH Pediatric Speech Therapist, Heidi Miller not only dedicates herself to the patients that she treats in a variety of settings, but she is also dedicated to education of her peers.  She recently wrote an article about supporting families with young children during the Covid-19 pandemic which was then published in the American Speech Language Hearing Association magazine, "The ASHA Leader" .  Her insight into the additional ways to support these families is very enlightening for all readers.  Heidi is an integral part of our team who continues to expand the services she pro

CMC Infection Prevention and Control would like to recognize EVS staff and leadership for their demonstrated commitment to Carilion and our patients. EVS has been at the forefront of ensuring the safest environment possible for our patients to receive care—in areas including inpatient rooms, operating rooms, and common areas. EVS continues to take a proactive approach to ensuring that Carilion is a great place for patient to receive care. Infection Control is extremely grateful for your constant commitment and collaboration.

A big thank you and WOW to the EKG, Echo, and Vascular departments! Brandi Finley, Sonographer, started noticing discarded masks and gloves in the parking garages, lots, and other areas around the RMH campus. She organized a team of staff from EKG, Echo, and Vascular to spend time picking up and disposing of these items to help make our campus cleaner.

Check out the photos to see the items they cleaned up and the fun they had while doing it. Thank you all for your commitment to our community and environment!