Award Type: Spirit of Service

Diego Rivera – April 2021 – Employee of the Month

Diego goes out of his way to help every nurse. One night, there was a patient in the Emergency Center who had a history of dementia and was COVID positive. The patient mentioned wanting a haircut. Diego found some scissors to give the man a haircut while playing music and speaking with him. Thank you Diego for your act of service and your willingness to do anything for our patients and staff.

Carrie Holly – March 2021 – Employee of the Month

A former patient of Carrie’s with Parkinson’s needed a wheelchair evaluation but had no means of transportation to her appointment. Carrie graciously volunteered to go to the patient’s home to assist her and take her to her evaluation. She then went a step further and offered to help her pick up any items she may need in the future.

Natalie Tully – Feb 2021 – House Staff of the Month

Dr. Tully is a strong advocate for her patients and sincerely shows empathy. She is thorough and communicates well with patients and their families about ongoing changes in the patient’s conditions. Dr. Tully is very professional and we are super impressed with her excellence!

Joy Tenpenny – Feb 2021 – Attending of the Month

Dr. Tenpenny drove to Clovis, NM, to stabilize a tension pneumothorax baby so he/she could be transported to UMC’s NICU. The Clovis hospital and the transport team did not have the resources this baby needed. Without her help, the baby would not have survived the transport. She saved the day!

Maryann Molinar – Feb 2021 – Employee of the Month

Maryann was on her way to work when she witnessed a car accident. She stopped to render aid and stayed with the people involved in the accident until EMS arrived. Maryann is very humble, and would not have told anyone what she did, but we are glad we found out, so she could get the recognition she deserves!

Amr Ismail – Jan 2021 – House Staff of the Month

Dr. Ismail is an amazing, skilled physician and an even better person! He has such a great bedside manner with patients, family members and staff. Dr. Ismail is always willing to go above and beyond for the patients and staff! Your helpfulness and kindness does not go unnoticed!

Anupa Patel – January 2021- Attending of the Month

Dr. Patel has a true caring attitude and an infectious smile! She takes time to visit with all of her patients every day and makes herself available for them at all times.  Dr. Patel is also extremely approachable and gives nurses time to express their concerns. We appreciate the positive light you bring  to work!

Isaac Ramirez – January 2021 – Employee of the Month

Isaac was caring for a patient who received a terminal  cancer diagnosis. When Isaac learned of the new prognosis, he purchased a beautiful card and had all of the nurses  sign it. Isaac arrived to his shift early the next day to bring  the patient and his wife Sonic and a gift card! Isaac is always compassionate and selfless; he truly cares for his patients  on a different level!

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