CVMC Recognizes March 2011 CARE Employee

HICKORY, NC – Catawba Valley Medical Center recognized Stacey Murphy, Speech Language Pathologist in the Rehabilitation Services Department, as the March CARE employee.

Following are remarks offered in nominating Stacey: “Whether it is working with pediatric patients in the NICU, geriatric patients in outpatient rehabilitation, or providing cross-coverage for acute or inpatient rehabilitation, Stacey is always smiling. She has an amazing ability to switch communication styles to meet the needs of babies, young children, adults and senior citizens, while being courteous, positive, and enthusiastic about her job. Her cheerful attitude is contagious and she truly epitomizes what it means to C.A.R.E.”

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 atmosphere while demonstrating a sincere compassion and concern for patients and fellow staff members.

Catawba Valley Medical Center 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.