Credo Award

June 13, 2024

Melanie Walker implemented a new mechanical breathing assist mode in the PICU in just four days. Her quick work saved a child’s life.

Walker received a VUMC Credo Award for her dedication to that patient and to quality and safe respiratory care for pediatric patients.

By Nancy Humphrey
June 6, 2024

A man who wears “20 different hats,” Jonathan Kraft earns Credo Award for his dedication to pediatric patients and his colleagues

“In the OR, kids don’t have anyone except the doctors, techs and nurses taking care of them. They can’t speak for themselves. I realize the privilege and responsibility I have to those kids, and I’ve felt a lot of purpose in my role.”

By Nancy Humphrey
May 10, 2024

Audrey Kuntz won an award. Her colleagues gifted her a tool belt.

For her ability to problem solve and advocate for patients and staff, Kuntz was a named a Credo Award winner.

By Matt Batcheldor
March 7, 2024

A fierce patient advocate, physical therapist Sarah Moran is a champion for children with disabilities

“Sarah is truly the unsung hero. It is because of her diligence, leadership, communication and dedication that hundreds of children in Tennessee and their families had memorable experiences this summer at triathlons and camps.”

By Nancy Humphrey
March 6, 2024

Credo Award winner Jay Morrison sees himself as VUMC’s utility baseball player, giving structure, process and support so the whole team wins

“I love a challenge and working on something I know is going to be hard because the value is that much better on the back end.”

By Danny Bonvissuto
February 16, 2024

Inspired by a childhood friend’s care journey, Jennifer Wright always knew she would work for Vanderbilt one day

“I love what I do; I have a passion for people, and I know getting my job done is helping someone. When I say I’m going to do something, I want to succeed.”

By Nancy Humphrey
February 12, 2024

Technical glitches are no match for Trisha James’s grant submission skills.

Strong work ethic, dedication to customer service, compassion and commitment to teamwork earn James a VUMC Credo Award.
By Kathy Whitney
January 25, 2024

Credo Awards hit 15-year milestone

168 winners (so far) of the honor for exemplary employees
By Wayne Wood
November 16, 2023

Random acts of kindness and team building put pediatric nurse anesthetist Caroline Campbell in the spotlight with Credo Award

“When people are feeling down, I want to do something to make everyone feel better.”
By Christina Echegaray
September 19, 2023

Flavia Atkins brings caring and leadership to the patients she guides as a health care navigator

She takes pride not only in guiding patients on their health care journeys but also in serving as a resource who is always available to her fellow navigators
By Leigh MacMillan
August 29, 2023

For VUMC materials management supervisor Kelvin Devane, surgical patients’ needs are top of mind

"I don’t know these people on the table having surgery, but it’s somebody’s dad, somebody’s mom, somebody’s child. I just want to help take care of them.”
By Nancy Humphrey
August 25, 2023

Employing her background in counseling, Shannon Ontiveros brings compassion, advocacy and confidence to the Office of Faculty Affairs

By Bill Snyder
March 24, 2023

Whittney Ransom brings infectious positivity and exemplary work to her pharmacy job. She tells jokes too.

"Her level of commitment to her colleagues is amazing and something we should all strive for."
By Nancy Humphrey
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