CVMC Recognizes February 2011 CARE Employee

HICKORY, NC – Catawba Valley Medical Center recognized Stacie Burleson, RN Patient Care Coordinator in the Critical Care Department, as the February CARE employee.

Following are remarks offered in nominating Stacie: “Stacie is an excellent example of a nurse who provides quality, patient-centered, and compassionate care.” “Her focus is always on providing the best care possible.” “She continuously involves the families and includes them in care and teachings.” “Stacie is a great example and mentor for new nurses and experienced nurses alike.”

Catawba Valley Medical Center’s CARE employee, nominated monthly by employees and guests, embodies Courtesy, Attitude, Respect and Enthusiasm for commitment to maintaining a positive guest relations atmosphere while demonstrating a sincere compassion and concern for patients and fellow staff members.

Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, N.C., is a not-for-profit, public healthcare system providing and promoting the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of the public in addition to serving as a center for health education, wellness services, preventative medicine and acute care. Located in Hickory, N.C., CVMC has received three Magnet designations from the American Nurses Credentialing Center and has been recognized for providing “An Outstanding Inpatient Experience” for a third consecutive year by J.D. Power and Associates. For more information, please visit http://www.catawbavalleymedical.org.