“Without Katonya’s efforts, the patient would not have seen us in a timely manner. This is condition where any delay in treatment can result in death or disability."
From fidget bracelets to sound tubes to "squishies," Ciero finds ways to make children smile.
"Jessica is an exceptional nurse and one of those people who brings humor and light at just the right moment. This could be to a patient with a difficult diagnosis, a new staff member who is overwhelmed, or a colleague having a tough day."
"When you get up every day and know the work you do matters, and the people you work with feel the same way, it’s pretty easy to be inspired.”
“His dedication and time have resulted in, and will continue to result in, employment opportunities for adults with disabilities at Vanderbilt University Medical Center."
“What’s amazing about VUMC is our ability to pull together and collaborate across teams and really to respond to an incident or an emergency situation."
“It’s such an honor. You work hard every single day and live by the Credo behaviors — to be recognized for that feels really good.”
“My goal is to make sure our patients have everything they need when they leave the hospital so they can spend their time focusing on what’s important to them.”
Leigh, a nursing education specialist, provides educational support for more than 400 staff members in the NICU