Published on December 23, 2024

UNC Health Pardee Announces DAISY and Clover Award Recipients

UNC Health Pardee

UNC Health Pardee is proud to announce the winners of the DAISY and Clover Awards, honoring exceptional nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) who embody the values of compassion, commitment, and excellence in patient care. The awards were presented in recognition of outstanding service to the community and the significant impact these clinicians have on the lives of their patients.

“We are thrilled to honor these nurses and certified nursing assistants for their outstanding contributions to our hospital and patients,” said Marilee Arnold, Chief Nursing Officer, UNC Health Pardee. “These individuals exemplify empathy, professionalism, and excellence in healthcare. We are incredibly fortunate to have them as part of our team.”

The DAISY Award is a prestigious national honor recognizing nurses who provide exceptional patient care, demonstrate leadership and teamwork, and go above and beyond in their roles. The following recipients were nominated by patients, families, and/or colleagues:

  • Liesse Bohlmann, RN
  • Robin Matulich, RN
  • Meredith Stack, RN
  • Brad Davis, RN

The Clover Award recognizes CNAs for the profound difference they make in the lives of patients and families. Nominees for the award have demonstrated care and compassion, exhibited professionalism and integrity, and created a healing and safe environment for patients and families. Recipients include the following CNAs:

  • Stacy Stephens
  • Miranda Speed
  • Carlei Stepp
  • Dylan Harrison

The DAISY and Clover Awards are part of Pardee’s ongoing commitment to fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and patient-centered care. These awards provide a meaningful opportunity to recognize the extraordinary efforts of individuals who play an essential role in the health and well-being of the community.

UNC Health Pardee is a not-for-profit community healthcare organization and is managed by UNC Health. The hospital, founded in 1953, is licensed for 222 acute care beds. Pardee has several locations separate from the main campus, including a comprehensive physician practice network, a cancer center, four urgent care locations and six orthopedic clinics. For more information or to find a physician, visit pardeehospital.org.

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Jen Rutan Heatherly

Corporate Communications and Public Relations Officer

PardeeCommunications@unchealth.unc.edu 

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