Posts Tagged ‘wecelebrate’
October is Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month
Each October, Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month highlights the value of sonographers and diagnostic medical sonography to healthcare. This month-long observance aims to inform people about these procedures so they can readily connect with the best practitioners and services. Our sonographers work tirelessly to provide each patient the clearest picture of health and have a proven…
Read MoreWe Celebrate Melissa Evans, BSN, RN, C-EFM, DAISY Award Winner
Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent, compassionate care. For Melissa Evans, BSN, RN, C-EFM at the Stormont Vail Health Topeka Campus Hospital Birthplace, going beyond expectations ensures new mothers and babies get the best possible start. For this reason, we celebrate Melissa for receiving the 2023 DAISY Award.
Read MoreWe Together Celebrate Blood Donors
The current national blood shortage affects millions of people, including many within our community. One donation might seem like a drop in the bucket, but even one contribution can save as many as THREE lives. For this reason, We Together celebrate blood donors for their selfless, life-saving contributions. Our upcoming Community Blood Drive is an…
Read MoreWe Celebrate James Sellers, BSN, RN, DAISY Award Winner
Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent, compassionate care. For James Sellers, BSN, RN, a charge nurse in the Cotton O’Neil Neurosurgery and Spine Center, exceeding expectations is part of the job. For this reason, we celebrate James for receiving the 2023 DAISY Award.
Read MoreFall Prevention Week – Sept. 18 – 22, 2023
Fall-related injuries make up the majority of cases at the Stormont Vail Health Trauma Center. During Fall Prevention Week, the Trauma team reminds everyone about the importance of fall education. We collaborate with many organizations to support education about falling – including these workshops and resources for every age: Matter of Balance Falls are the…
Read MoreWe Together Celebrate Stormont Vail Health Veterans
As a proud supporter of veterans in the communities we serve, we’re making a change this year to give them the recognition they deserve. As part of this initiative, we encourage Stormont Vail team members who served to share their stories so we can highlight your accomplishments and experiences. If you’re interested, email Employee Relations,…
Read MoreCongratulations, Shelley Carley, MBA, RD, LD
Shelley was named one of the 2023 Abbott Nutrition Malnutrition Awardees by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation! We are proud to have a Clinical Nutrition Manager whose dedication and commitment has led to this accomplishment. Great job, Shelley!
Read MoreEMS Week
May 21-27 is National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week and we are happy to have the chance to celebrate those who work on the medical front line and serve our communities with their whole hearts. Do you know someone who works in EMS? Be sure to tag them and wish them a Happy EMS Week!
Read MoreNational Stroke Awareness Month
Be F.A.S.T. noticing signs and symptoms! Face droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911 For more educational tools, visit F.A.S.T. Materials | American Stroke Association Hear from some Stormont Vail Health stroke survivor about their journies HERE.
Read MoreTeacher Appreciation Week
We are grateful for all educators that serve our communities and want to extend an extra warm and special thank you to our team members at Building Blocks who educate our little ones. We appreciate everything you do!
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