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Calm in Crisis. Care in Action. When an emergency notification about an active shooter was issued, Alicia Criger, Emporia Clinic Nurse Manager, took charge with speed and composure. Within minutes, she locked down staff and patients in their current locations to keep everyone safe. For two tense hours—marked by confusion and communication gaps—Alicia stayed calm,…

We’re proud to recognize Brett Baker, registered nurse (RN) in our Emergency Department, for his DAISY Award! When a young patient on the autism spectrum arrived in the ER after a painful injury, Brett went above and beyond to create a safe and calming environment. He offered fidget toys to help soothe the child and…

We’re proud to celebrate Caitlyn Viergever, an RN at the Cotton O’Neil Cancer Center, for receiving a DAISY Award! When a patient had a rare reaction to a routine medication, Caitlyn didn’t hesitate to jump into action. Her quick thinking and calm presence turned a frightening moment into one of trust and safety. Read her…

When a baby entered the world at just 26 weeks, Calli, NICU RN, became a lifeline for the family for more than 60 days—and made an impact that will last a lifetime.

Caroline Abrahamson, a speech language pathologist with our Rehabilitation Services team, exemplifies the power of human connection in healthcare. Her clinical expertise is matched by her deep commitment to understanding each patient’s story. She reminds us that healing isn’t clinical, it’s personal—and that’s why we’re proud to recognize her as this month’s Person of the…

Kudos to Chudney Williams, a labor and delivery nurse at our Flint Hills Campus, for receiving a DAISY award after helping a patient ease her anxieties. “Chudney laughed with me. She made me feel as though I was safe and cared for, but not just in the medical sense,” the patient said in her nomination.…

Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. For Cornelia Campbell, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, at our Express Care clinic in Topeka, putting patients and families at ease happens daily. For this reason, we celebrate Cornelia for receiving the DAISY Award! The DAISY Award celebrates and recognizes nurses who go…

Each day, nurses at the Stormont Vail Hospital Emergency Department in Topeka, like Courtney Blum, BSN, RN, demonstrate remarkable dedication by going above and beyond to ensure that patients and their families receive exceptional care. Not only does Courtney prioritize her patients’ well-being, but she also shares endless compassion with their loved ones. For this…

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…

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.…

Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. For Keely Luetje, RN, at the Stormont Vail Health Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in Topeka, making a difference starts with encouraging and empowering her patients to communicate their needs effectively. For this reason, we celebrate Keely for receiving the DAISY…

Congrats to Maria Cortez, a nurse in our birthplace, who was recently honored with a DAISY award after taking swift, life-saving action when a mother experienced a medical emergency during labor. “Thanks to her quick thinking, expert skills, and unwavering composure, my son is now a thriving 13-month-old—healthy, happy, and without any developmental concerns,” the…

Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. Mariella Kennedy, RN at the Stormont Vail Health Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Topeka, impacts our community’s health by showing compassion and kindness when she enters the door. For this reason, we celebrate Mariella for receiving the DAISY Award! The…

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…

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…

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…