Congratulations to Infection Preventionist Samuel Worgee CRMH for his recent accomplishment in passing and achieving his Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC).

CIC certification is important as it demonstrates competency in infection prevention & control and contributes to improved patient safety and better health outcomes for our patients. 
Thank you Samuel for your commitment to excellence in your IP practice!
 

March 29 is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Carilion Hospice of Franklin County honored and celebrated the bravery and service of these heroes at a special Veterans Coffee Hour on Friday, March 28. This event was part of the We Honor Veterans program.

Elaine Montgomery is embarking on a well-deserved retirement after an extraordinary 47 years of unwavering dedication to Carilion Clinic. Throughout her impressive tenure, Elaine has excelled in various roles within the OR and at TSG, becoming a cherished member of the Epic Optime/Anesthesia team. Her invaluable contributions have left an indelible mark on our organization and touched the lives of many. Elaine's hard work, expertise, and commitment have been the cornerstone of our team's achievements, and her presence will be profoundly missed by colleagues and patients alike.

We are very excited that work has begun at the CFMH Medical Office Building for a new Pediatric Clinic. This clinic will allow for more space and access to care for our Pediatric population in Franklin County and neighboring communities. 

The new clinic space will have 8 exam rooms, a check in and check out area, a lab, nurses station and waiting room. It will also contain a triage room. The work on this renovation and expansion will hopefully be finished by the end of the summer.

Congratulations to Terresa Odum, Carilion Clinic Cardiovascular Institute's Director of Revenue Operations, for earning her credential as a Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives.  This is a board-certification in healthcare management, signifying expertise and commitment to professional development.  She was recognized at the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Convocation Ceremony in Houston, TX on Sunday.

Congratulations to Dr. Mirza and the CRMH Cath Lab team for treating our first patient with the new drug coated balloon, Agent by Boston Scientific.  This new technology offers a medicated balloon that can reduce the need for stents. 

Missy Hicks RN identified that a medication was not loaded into the library of the new Alaris pumps. After discussion and pulling in pharmacy, the order was changed and a ticket placed to add the additional medication strength into the next update. Great Catch Missy, thank you for your attention to detail!!

Amy Dodson, Pam Mayberry, Julie Whorley

We often don't stop to express our appreciation for a job well done, so I am here to take this moment to give you a shout out for all you do when you come up to Highland to work. We are going back to 8 hours (no more 10 hours), Thank you for your commitment and hard work.

Ellen Harvey DNP, RN, ACNS-BC, CCRN, TCRN, SCRN, FCCM was inducted as a fellow in the Clinical Nurse Specialist Institute at the NACNS conference March 11. 

This is a highly prestigious honor and only awarded to those members of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) who epitomize the excellence of Clinical Nurse Specialist as leaders of the nursing profession, staunch advocates for patients and families, and forerunners of innovations to improve the health of populations.

I want to give a big "WOW" to my preceptor Courtney Mason, NP-C and the whole team at Carilon Family Medicine in Rocky Mount. I am a long-time employee and NP student with RUC placed at this office for my clinical rotations. I have felt welcomed and supported and can't thank them enough for everything I've experienced. They are truly the example to follow with the 5 Carilion C's. Any student would be lucky to have them supporting their education and future practice!