Awards and Recognitions
We Celebrate Sally Simmons: January 2025 Person of the Moment
This month, we toast Sally Simmons for her exceptional professionalism and quick thinking during a WebEx call with a colleague who was working remotely. As the two talked, it became clear to Sally, an RN at our Carbondale Clinic, that her coworker was experiencing an active stroke. Without hesitation, Sally alerted her nurse manager, who…
Read MoreWe Celebrate CoraLeigh Stover: 2024 December Person of the Moment
Recently, a patient at our Heart Center in Topeka developed chest pains after a stress test. They reported symptoms to CoraLeigh, a pre-registration representative, who jumped into action. She called the resource nurse, who advised her to call American Medical Response (AMR). While waiting for AMR, the patient underwent an electrocardiogram (EKG), which showed that…
Read MoreCongratulations to Clayton Wood, November Person of the Moment
Dr. Clayton Wood went above and beyond to assist one of the small, rural hospitals in our region; to get a patient the best available care, when SVH didn’t have the resources to bring the patient here. Often times, we get calls on the transfer line where outside facilities have limited capabilities and resources and…
Read MoreWe Celebrate Nikki Strathman, DAISY Award Winner
Nikki, an RN on 7 South, recently received the DAISY Award for her exceptional efforts to create a safe and supportive environment for her patients. A patient shared their experience with Nikki, highlighting their immediate connection with her. They mentioned that Nikki’s helpful attitude and friendly, nonjudgmental approach significantly impacted their care. Nikki’s ability to…
Read MoreWe Celebrate DAISY Award Winner Ivan Lopez-Hernandez, BSN, RN
Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. At Stormont Vail Health, our Pediatric Care team ensures that children receive the specialized care they need while supporting families through their healthcare journeys. Their dedication, expertise, and compassion make a significant difference in the lives of children and their families.…
Read MoreCongratulations to Ashley Meek, September Person of the Moment
For Ashley, a registered nurse at our Neuro & Spine Center in Topeka, saving and serving others comes naturally. When she and her family encountered a traffic accident, she didn’t hesitate to stop and provide life-saving care until AMR arrived. Her actions and quick thinking show her backbone and embody everything the nursing profession stands…
Read MoreWe Celebrate DAISY Award Winner Sadie Miller, BSN, RN
Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. At the Stormont Vail Health Birthplace in Topeka, the Mother and Baby team delivers care and support so babies, mothers, and their families can enjoy the best start possible. To achieve this goal, one of this team’s most crucial tasks is…
Read MoreWe Celebrate DAISY Award Winner Melissa Swanson, BSN, RN
Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. For Melissa Swanson, BSN, RN, at the Stormont Vail Hospital Emergency Department in Topeka, going beyond expectations means taking time to support, comfort, and ease the anxiety of the patients and families she cares for. For this reason, we celebrate Melissa…
Read MoreWe Celebrate DAISY Award Winner Courtny Fateley
Nominated by three times in the last year. “I want Courtny to get this award because she was such a compassionate and caring nurse. Courtny took the time to get to know me and understand what I needed while I was in the Hospital. Courtny was kind, caring and gentle, she took the time to…
Read MoreWe Celebrate DAISY Award Winner Sandra Vassell
Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. At the Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, the Perioperative Services team assists doctors, advocates for patients, and provides a vital line of communication with care teams, their patients, and families. As an acute care RN in the Perioperative Services Unit, Sandra…
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