“Pete regularly checked in on people and brought a quiet strength and wisdom that helped everyone grow not only in their roles, but their lives. He was a supportive and constructive voice and truly exemplified the best of us not only in Patient Transport, but Vanderbilt Health."

Ultrasound is easier on the brain, both physically and mentally. Reducing the burden for patients goes a long way toward a positive experience in the diagnosis and treatment process.

Though the event has been hosted by various units in recent years, this was the first VUH-wide Great Saves event. The event was specifically scheduled to celebrate National Nurses Week to honor the work nurses do every day.

These hospitals were awarded Five-Star ratings for overall quality of care for 2026, placing Vanderbilt Health’s hospitals among the top 12% in the nation for overall performance.

CBIS training covers the cognitive, psychological and social consequences of brain injury; behavioral approaches for managing challenging behaviors and promoting positive skills; and techniques for effectively working with families of individuals with brain injury.

With the addition of the J-Valve device, Vanderbilt Health now offers minimally invasive procedures to implant devices treating every valve disease. The trial is still enrolling new patients, so other high-risk patients with aortic regurgitation could qualify.

Amythyst Guardado, RN, works in the Pulmonary Stepdown unit at Vanderbilt University Hospital. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.