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August 2025 Persons of the Moment: Brooke McDonnell
Brooke McDonnell, Nurse Manager, 823/901 Family Practice What started as a fun day at the movies with her children quickly turned into a life-saving moment for Brooke McDonnell. While grabbing drinks, Brooke heard urgent cries for medical help coming from a nearby theater. Without a second thought, she rushed toward the commotion and discovered someone…
Read MoreShawna & Janet: July 2025 Persons of the Moment
How Teamwork Turned a Call into a Lifesaving Moment At Stormont Vail Health, our Transitional Care Management team makes follow-up calls to every discharged patient. These calls support recovery—but one recent call became a life-saving moment thanks to the incredible teamwork of Shawnna Beck (Care Manager) and Janet Spantgos, registered nurses with Care Transformation. When…
Read MoreWe Celebrate Monica Vazquez: June 2025 Person of the Moment
We Celebrate Monica Vazquez: June 2025 Person of the Moment Sometimes, patient care extends beyond the walls of the clinic. This month, we’re proud to honor Monica Vazquez, an LPN at our Manhattan Campus, for going the extra mile – literally and figuratively – to support a patient in a moment of need. Monica proves…
Read MoreWe Celebrate Candace Huber: April 2025 Person of the Moment
By taking the time to personally seek out a solution for a patient in distress, Candace Huber, Patient Experience Coordinator, turned a challenging situation into a remarkable opportunity for care and compassion. Her daily acts of kindness not only contribute to individual well-being, but a culture built on empathy and connection, reflecting our first tenant:…
Read MoreWe Celebrate Martin Gray: March 2025 Person of the Moment
During a crisis, Martin Gray, a security officer at Stormont Vail Hospital, brought a level of humanity to his role that didn’t just impact a patient’s experience, but saved their life. His willingness to earn a patient’s trust, listen to their concerns, and even fulfill a heartfelt request for a hug define our third tenet:…
Read MoreWe Celebrate Maggie Scheck: Feb. 2025 Person of the Moment
This month, we toast Maggie Scheck for a simple yet profound act of service that not only brightened a patient’s day but helped restore their dignity and hope. Her thoughtfulness exemplifies our second tenet: “Together we treat every patient, visitor, and team member with compassion and dignity.” Read Maggie’s Nomination “Maggie is a compassionate nurse…
Read MoreWe 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 MoreWe Recognize Julie Parnell, Justine Wilt, and Annie Wiggin, October Persons of the Moment
Our team members strive to create memorable experiences for all patients during their stays. Recently, Julie Parnell, Justine Wilt, and Annie Wiggin went the extra mile to reunite two married patients assigned to different units. They worked together to move both beds into one room so the couple could spend time together. The couple was…
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…
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