Fairview Park Hospital

Join us in celebrating our February Employee of the Month, Patricia Miller! Patricia works in our Environmental Services department, where she touches the lives of many people in our facility. One day, this brought her up to our Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and she was able to spread Christmas cheer to a patient that she made a special connection with. She secured resources that helped the quality of the patient’s stay, embodying our mission in the care and improvement of human life. Patricia went above and beyond to make sure this patient was cared for, treating them with compassion and kindness. At Fairview Park Hospital, she is always there to lend a helping hand to her coworkers in need, and she never fails to have a bright, happy smile on her face. We are proud to work alongside someone so thoughtful and passionate, and we are thankful for your commitment to our patients and staff!

At Fairview Park Hospital and across our larger HCA Healthcare network, we are committed to delivering high-quality, safe care to our patients. Quality is embedded in our culture, and our colleagues collaborate to improve quality of care, reduce risks and avoid preventable harm. During Patient Safety Awareness Week, recognized March 9-15, we extend our gratitude to our colleagues for working together to champion safety, protect patients and improve outcomes. Thank you for putting safety first, each time. #ImproveMoreLives #PSAW25

As we kickoff Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week, we wanted to highlight someone special on our team, Mrs. Janet! Janet was a patient at our Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Center in 2009 after undergoing a heart catheterization. During the procedure, they found a blockage, placed a stent, and she began therapy shortly after. “All I needed was supervision, help, and experienced people, and that’s exactly what I got.” Janet, Cardiac Rehab Patient, 2009 Once Janet completed therapy, she realized just how much of an impact the team made on her life, and she decided to become a part of that experience for others in our community. In 2014, she became a volunteer at Fairview Park Hospital, and she has been helping patients just like her ever since. Janet, we are so thankful for the numerous hours you have spent volunteering to help our staff and patients. Your dedication and commitment to others is unwavering, and we are so proud to work alongside you!

Join us as we recognize our most recent DAISY Award winners, Jennifer Brinson, RN, and Jessica Leonard, RN! The DAISY Award is an international recognition program that honors and celebrates skillful, compassionate care that nurses provide every day. We are fortunate to have two DAISY Nurse Leader Award winners! Here’s how Jennifer and Jessica are excellent role models for our staff: Jennifer is a remarkable Nurse Leader whose extraordinary behavior and unwavering compassion set her apart as a leader of 4th floor. She leads with empathy and strength, understanding that the emotional well-being of every member of her staff is just as crucial as patient care. She takes the time to connect with each team member, actively listening to their concerns and celebrating their successes, big and small. Her infectious positivity inspires her team to embrace challenges as opportunities of growth and learning. She is always consistent and comes in with joy and a positive attitude that makes many difficult shift bearable. Jessica is everything you envision a nurse should be. She does not only demonstrate compassion for her patients and their families but her colleagues, as well. Jessica is a critical thinker, using evidence and analytical processes to solve issues. She is quick in responding to codes in our unit and on other floors, and she is always our calm in the storm. Any time a nurse or patient care technician needs assistance with a difficult situation, Jessica is there without complaint and with a willingness to help. She is always willing to lend a helping hand, even when she has several tasks of her own. She is strong but not rude, bold but not a bully, and she stands for what is right and is willing to teach and learn. As a fellow nurse, I look up to Jessica. She is the epitome of a great Nurse Leader, and I am honored to work with her. Need we say more? These two nurses are extraordinary, and we are so thankful for their dedication to our patients and staff. Thank you for all you do!

Join us in congratulating our January Employee of the Month, Brooke Carr, RN, BSN! Brooke is the Director of Clinical Informatics, and she is responsible for a lot of work behind the scenes to ensure that our nurses and physicians have the resources they need to care for our patients. Here’s how much of an impact Brooke makes on our facility: - Brooke is ALWAYS willing to help anyone! She brings new and positive ideas to the table, and she never complains about her workload. - She is so smart when it comes to her field of expertise, and she always leaves people feeling better than when she found them. - When she’s helping you through an issue, she takes her time and explains it in a way that’s easy to understand. She never makes me feel less than because I don’t know the correct way to do something, and she is always there to help. - Brooke’s willingness to help with any project or task is so inspiring – you do such a great job at collaborating! Thanks for your partnership! - Brooke, you have done a phenomenal job prioritizing and managing all the challenging tasks that have been thrown your way recently. Thanks for all that you, you are very appreciated. Brooke, your hard work, positivity, and passion for what you do inspires all of us! Thank you for everything you do to constantly raise the bar of our team. Congratulations!

Join us as we congratulate our double Recognizing Ancillary Excellence (RAE) Award winners, Courtney Bays and Jessica Hargrove! These selfless ladies work in our Radiology Department at Fairview Park Hospital, and the story behind this award will truly touch your heart: The patient’s journey with us began as he came into our facility after being injured in a car accident. He was on his way to get his wife in Atlanta when this occurred. Everything he owned was in his car, which was totaled after the accident. He also had his dog with him, and someone at the scene took his dog to keep safe. The patient felt like he had lost everything and was ready to give up when he arrived at Fairview Park. After hearing his story, Jessica contacted a local pastor who, unknown to her, had just received a text from someone that wanted to give away a car. They were able to give the patient (pictured below) a car, fill it up with gas, and got his dog returned back to him. While talking with the patient in the parking lot, they found out he was from Kennesaw, which is Courtney’s hometown. Courtney then contacted her father, and they were able to set him up with an interview for a job. This patient came to Fairview Park feeling like he could not go on with life. He left our facility with his whole life turned around. If that wasn’t enough to inspire you, this patient also got saved in the parking lot with the local pastor. Jessica and Courtney have kept in touch with him, and he was able to arrive in Atlanta safely to get his wife. They are continuing to make sure that he has everything he needs to live contently with his family. We couldn’t be more grateful to Courtney and Jessica for helping this patient solely out of the kindness of their hearts. They worked diligently to make sure he was taken care of after feeling lost. They not only helped him heal physically, but emotionally and spiritually, as well. We are so proud of the both of you. Thank you for treating your patients like family, no matter the circumstances.

Courtney Kight, RN, was recently awarded the DAISY Award for her heartfelt work at Fairview Park Hospital! The DAISY Award is an international recognition program that honors and celebrates skillful, compassionate care that nurses provide every day. Nominated by one of her patients and a visitor, Courtney displayed an amazing level of care – Patient: “I myself am a nurse. From the moment Courtney introduced herself, she made sure I knew that she was here for me as a person, not as a room number. She listened when I told her how I felt, and she made sure I received relief from the chest pain I was having. Because she took the time, I finally felt like I could breathe again after two days of struggle. This brought tears to my eyes and an overwhelming sense of hope that answers were coming for my condition. Courtney took the extra mile to listen to my concerns and help address them with me, right by my side. She went above and beyond to care for me, and her desire to help was more than I could have asked for.” Visitor: “My husband and I had a conundrum of events on this visit to the hospital. The only constant and comforting factor was Courtney. I could go home and sleep knowing she was his nurse. Courtney took excellent care of him. When we both were worried about his condition, she was constantly checking on him – calling the physician and LISTENING to us. Courtney made sure he was cared for, watched over, and advocated for my husband’s care. I teach nursing, and Courtney exemplifies what nursing is! Being a new nurse, she exhibits the critical thinking – clinical judgement model!” Courtney, you greet patients and their families with a smile and a calming presence. You are not just a caregiver - you are an advocator, comforter, and a problem-solver. You bring empathy and strength to every situation, making a difference in even the most challenging circumstances. Thank you for embodying our mission to care and improve human life!

Fairview Park Hospital is thrilled to announce our 2024 Employee of the Year, Casey Wilds! Casey’s dedication, passion, and hard work have truly set her apart, and we are so grateful for everything she brings to the team. Over the past year, Casey has gone above and beyond, consistently showing leadership, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Whether it’s tackling challenging situations, supporting teammates, or contributing to our culture, Casey has surpassed it all. We appreciate her positive attitude, professionalism, and the genuine care she has shown everyone around her. Casey, you make a difference every single day, and we are so lucky to have you as part of our team. Please join us in congratulating Casey for this well-deserved recognition!

Here's to a new year filled with healthier tomorrows for you and your loved ones! - Your Fairview Family

Join us in congratulating out newest recipient of the BEE Award, Kassidy Herrin! The BEE (Being Excellent Every Day) Award is to recognize our Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) who deliver quality, compassionate care to our patients. Kassidy was nominated by her fellow coworkers, and here’s why she is so amazing: - Kassidy is one of the most genuine people I have ever met. She is loving, caring, and she embodies every part of what this award should be. - Kassidy cares about each patient, and she goes above and beyond in her job to make sure they are taken care of and safe! - She is always willing to step up and help answer patient bed alarms when the floor is busy to ensure patient safety. - She cares deeply for not only her patients but all of the staff in our unit. She is a great resource for our team, and she is always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. - She provides so much support, physically and emotionally. She wears a smile with anyone she comes in contact with, giving words of encouragement along the way. Kassidy, we cannot thank you enough for the role you play on our team. You are kind, gentle, and an invaluable asset to us. You handle tough situations with ease, always comforting our patients and their families. Your hard work is truly admirable – thank you for all you do!