Two staff members from the Office Orthopedics Department, Carrie Bennett, Nurse Practitioner, and Amanda Smith, Orthopedic Tech, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from Dr. Sean and Molly Moroze. The Foundation Office presented the Who’s Your Angel awards on April 16.
The recognition highlights how healthcare workers can make a difference in patients’ experiences by providing support during stressful situations.
Molly Moroze said her son Kane was injured after a fall on the playground and required immediate attention for his wrist. “Carrie had just wrapped up the first full day of using Epic at clinic, when Sean texted her for help. She was willing to wait and make Kane feel comforted and calm. She was instrumental in my son being able to be brave and get his wrist reduced and splinted. She gave us all a sense of calm and in a situation that was stressful, it was a gift to us! Amanda had just wrapped a long day of clinic, when she heard we were on our way to get Kane’s wrist checked. She was kind enough to opt to wait it out when she had her own family obligations. She was so gentle with helping to get Kane’s arm splinted and make him understand what she was doing and how it was going to help. She exemplified selflessness and kindness in a situation that was unfamiliar to my son, which allowed him to be brave and ultimately walk out that evening with a smile. Thank you!”
The “Who’s Your Angel” program allows patients or their families to show appreciation for any Health System employee who has made an impact during their care experience. When donors contribute financially in honor of an employee along with sharing their story, funds are directed toward patient care areas or restricted funds connected with the honoree or reason for care.
This specific donation has been deposited into the Caring Club Fund. According to the Foundation Office, one hundred percent of gifts are designated for caring for patients in need.
Any staff member can be nominated for this award through forms available throughout Health System departments or online at blessinghealth.org/angel.
