Award symbolizes high quality standards and excellent patient care
Back, left to right: Angela Gilmore, RN; Mike Beaudoin, RN; Eric Matzko, RN; Kelly Thomas, RN; Brenda Richards, RN; Emily Turner, RN; Terri Compton, RN; Chad Cox, RN; Joseph Austin, MD. Front, left to right: Dorothy Cook, RN; Cathy Fisher, RN; Cathy Hiler, RN; Ann Hutchens, RN.
The coronary care unit at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital has been honored with the Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). Out of more than 6,000 intensive care units nationwide, only 242 have achieved “Beacon” status.“This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of an outstanding team focused on excellence in patient-centered care,” said Joseph Austin, M.D., medical director of the coronary care unit. “This is an important accomplishment.”The Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence was created by AACN in 2003 to challenge acute and critical care nurses to improve the care provided to acutely and critically ill patients. Beacon Award units meet rigid criteria for excellence, exhibiting high-quality standards, and exceptional care of patients and patients’ families.Units that participate in the Beacon Award application process help set the standard for what constitutes an excellent critical care environment through the collection of evidence-based information.“This award is a symbol of high quality standards as indicated by patient outcomes and professional practice,” said Carolyn Webster, R.N., chief nursing officer. “The national recognition as a leader in acute and critical care nursing further demonstrates our commitment to delivering the best care to our patients.”Watch coverage of the award on WSLS.
Carilion Clinic is a not-for-profit healthcare organization serving nearly one million people in Virginia through a multi-specialty physician group, advanced primary care practices, hospitals and outpatient centers. Led by clinical teams with a shared philosophy that puts the patient first, Carilion is committed to improving outcomes for every patient while advancing the quality of care through medical education and research.
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