Valley Medical Center

Congratulations to Eunju Dumars, an RN in the Birth Center for winning a DAISY award. Here's what her nominator wrote: We came in for induction to deliver our 4th?baby last Sunday – things didn't go as planned and we ended up in a scary position getting a C-section, not knowing if our son was OK. We were nervous and scared. Through the whole process, JuJu helped keep us calm, was so knowledgeable and guided us through the whole process. She really held it together for us and without her I don't think we would have ended up leaving here with a healthy baby. I can't put into words how grateful we are, or the impact she had. I've had 3 babies previously and never once had such an amazing nurse. This hospital really is a better place with her here. Thank you to all of you for everything you do for people.

National Radiologic Technology Week is November 3-9 National Radiologic Technology Week is celebrated during the first full week of November each year to commemorate Wilhelm Roentgen's discovery of X-rays in 1895. Rad Tech Week (November 3-9) celebrates the essential work of medical imaging professionals across the country.? Here at Valley, we'd like to give a special shout out to Diagnostic Radiology Technologists (XR), Magnetic Resonance Technologists?(MR), Computed Tomography Technologists?(CT), Positron Emission Tomography Technologists?(PET), Mammographers, and Special Procedures Lab (SPL) Technologists! Your hard work and dedication to our patients does not go unnoticed! Happy Rad Tech Week!

Congratulations to Jennifer Duong, a Unit Secretary Monitor Tech on 6 South and one of our September 2024 Employees of the Month! See what her colleagues had to say: "Jennifer is a very valued asset to VMC 6 South. Not only is she a pleasure to work with, calm under pressure and will not hesitate to roll her sleeves up and help anyone. She is resourceful, gives excellent customer service to patient's, families and staff. Jenn is a whiz at reading EKG... I have asked her "Did you just make that up" then she just smile and explain a bit more, so it makes sense. Recently we had an exciting and important upgrade with our Phillips monitoring system. Jenn really went above and beyond. She was at many meetings, very involved with vendors and management to really help the transition go as smoothly as possible. She came in on several days off, rounded on units and checked in with each Tele Tech passing on information and getting ideas. She really took on this project and went above and beyond for her team and our patients. You could say she was a project manager for this representing Techs from 6 South. We thank you Jennifer!!!?

Congratulations to Marina Wilburn, PCA in General Surgery (5S), for receiving the BEE award! Marina received three nominations. Here is what one of her nominators wrote: I want to recommend Marina for the BEE Award. She is a great, compassionate employee of VMC. I have recurring UTIs that lead to polynephritis and unfortunately, I was admitted in the hospital. While I was staying in the hospital and going through pain, Marina came in like a God sent angel. She made me feel comfortable. She offered me heating packs and made me laugh with her awesome humor. I always forgot about my pain when Marina was in my room, as she redirected my focus.??I am a very religious person, and I always pray in the morning. Due to my condition, I could not get up easily and clean myself. But Marina knew about my Indian culture. She came in and helped me get cleaned up so I could pray. I was amazed to see this compassion in her and it was so wonderful to see her respecting others' religions and culture. Marina deserves this award! She is a very empathetic caregiver. With her presence, she helps patients to feel better. Whenever my family was visiting, she always came in and introduced herself and asked me if I needed anything. Marina is one of Valley's 5-star employees and she deserves this award more than anyone. She knows how to respect others' cultures and continuously treats people with dignity and care. She made me feel so much better during my stay. Marina, keep up the good work. You are a hero. Valley is so lucky to have an employee like you. Thank you.

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Congratulations to Thia Riewe, a Nurse Practitioner in our High Risk Screening & Genetics Clinic and our September 2024 Provider of the Month! See what her colleagues had to say: "Thia, in the short time in High Risk and Genetics clinic, has shown genuine desire to make a positive impact on the patients. She is always helpful, inquisitive and looking for new challenges. She has received high praise from patients who say, 'She is personable and educated me on the gene mutations. Very knowledgeable and empathetic.'" "Thia is a dedicated provider and shining example of Valley values. She is always expanding her knowledge and working towards process improvement. She truly puts patients first." "She is an amazing provider; I appreciate her passion for patient care and her support in our clinic."

Happy Nuclear Medicine Week, Oct. 6 - 12 "Established in 1986, this annual event underscores the remarkable innovations and growing impact of nuclear medicine, molecular imaging, and theranostics in revolutionizing healthcare." Please help us in celebrating the hard work of our Nuclear Medicine (NM) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Technologists and staff, for providing our patients with the best of care.?We appreciate you!

Celebrating Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month This month-long campaign allows us to celebrate and create awareness around the role of the sonographer in the healthcare community, and the many uses and contributions of sonography in modern medicine. Thank you to all our sonographers across multiple Valley facilities! MUAM is your time to shine! Pictured left to right: Sonographers Lyn Saxon, Jamie Scott, Heidi Sutton, and Robin Wiita.?

Congratulations to Keyri Henriquez, a Medical Assistant in our Renton Valley Women's Healthcare Clinic and one of our September 2024 Employees of the Month! See what her colleagues had to say: "Providers?Dr. Glynnis Morton and Dr. Lawrence have commented how much they enjoy working with Keyri. She is friendly, helpful and a quick, efficient worker who easily multitasks. In the short time Keyri has worked for Valley Medical, her growth as a MA has been exponential. It shows in her confidence, patient care and supporting her fellow team members. She is flexible, dependable and a valuable asset to our team. Keyri has been helping to provide additional MA coverage, piloting and sustaining a 5S clinic storage and clinic supply ordering project. On top of all of that, she is currently going to school to become an ultra-sonographer."

Congratulations to Semjit Kaur, Our Newest DAISY Awardee! Semjit received 4 nominations this quarter,?which stand as a clear testament to her dedication to providing compassionate-connected care?to patients and their families. One of?Semjit's nominations reads: "I went to the ER at was admitted to a room where Semjit was there with her team to assist me. She and everyone else were very caring and nice. She, herself, is the #1 RN. I have been dealing with my own health issues for 5+ years and have been in and out of hospitals, so I know when I get wonderful, real care; Semjit embodied this. Semjit and her team and all RNs during my stay were all wonderful. Not one problem and everything during my stay has been 100% great care."