Maria Dearing has stepped up in a big way to help lead Connect. This past week during some COVID related staffing challenges Maria volunteered to cover several shifts while serving in the role of Team Lead. She led the team in navigating multiple complex cases. She is a skilled clinician and continuously works to grow as a leader. Connect and Carilion are lucky to have her on our team.

Wishing all of the Respiratory Therapist a wonderful week!  You all rock and are much appreciated.  

Long overdue recognition for Karen. She is a phenomenal worker! When she is on, I know that my patients will get mobilized out of bed and this makes my job SO MUCH EASIER. She won' t take NO for an answer, and I wouldn't expect any less. She is all around a great person to have around,with her contagious positive attitude. Thank you, Karen, for all your strong work!

Sorin Scarlatescu, MD

Congratulations to NICU for celebrating 1-year CLABSI free and PICU celebrating 4 years CLABSI free!

William Rogers (Bill) is our Hero here at CASB, As the security officer he always looks out for everyone, he has a smile and a good morning for all. This year his work hours have been adjusted and extended because of short staffing and he has been flexible and still smiling through it all.

Thank you Bill for keeping us safe, we appreciate you!

I want to thank all of the CMA's out there in the ambulatory settings. This is CMA week and if no one has told you how much they appreciate you, I want you to know I do. I am very lucky and have wonderful co-workers who show me everyday that they care and appreciate what I do. So if no one has told you yet. THANK YOU CMA's for all your hard work and dedication to the jobs you have.

This week, we were honored at CNRV to serve a patient's and family's wish of organ donation.   An honor walk was held to show support to the family.  The Donate Life flag will fly for two days, recognizing two recipients who received a new lease on life.  A special thank you to Renea Nowers, CCU Unit Director, and Desiree Beasley, Clinical Nurse Specialist and CNRV Donation Coordinator for all of their efforts.

Jennifer O'Connor, PA-C and Monica Cooper, PA-C have been working hard to increase patient access to Hepatitis C prevention, testing, and treatment in the New River Valley. Great work on always looking for ways to help the community and provide these important services! WOW!

Cheryl was nominated for this Great Catch by Lori McClure, CFMH Pharmacy Manager. Cheryl identified 2 IV pumps in our ED without the most up-to-date library upgrades. Her 'Great Catch' identified an patient safety issue that could have system implications. Thank you Cheryl for your expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to our patient's safety!

Lisa Hebert-Meritt of Carilion Clinic Home Care was selected as the sole COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) winner of the NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy) 2023 Innovation Award, which recognizes occupational therapy professionals who demonstrate the delivery of an evidence-based, effective, and innovative program or intervention that enhances the quality of life for a person or persons.