News Summary
Karen Carroll and Tricia Evegan from Beaufort Memorial Hospital have received the 2025 Palmetto Gold Award for their exemplary contributions to nursing leadership and patient care. The award, presented by the South Carolina Nurses Foundation, highlights their innovative programs and community service. The ceremony will take place at the Palmetto Gold Gala on April 26, 2025.
Beaufort Memorial Hospital Nursing Leaders Receive 2025 Palmetto Gold Award
Columbia, South Carolina – Two nursing leaders from Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Karen Carroll and Tricia Evegan, have been honored with the prestigious 2025 Palmetto Gold Award by the South Carolina Nurses Foundation.
The award, which celebrates outstanding registered nurses for their contributions to patient care and leadership, will be presented at the Palmetto Gold Gala on April 26, 2025.
Recognized Leadership:
- Karen Carroll – Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services.
- Tricia Evegan – Director of Nursing Supervisors and Float Pool.
Notable Achievements:
Carroll and Evegan have significantly impacted Beaufort Memorial Hospital through various initiatives:
- Carroll launched the People Achieving Their Highest (PATH) program, enabling non-clinical staff to transition to clinical roles, thereby reducing vacancies and turnover rates.
- Evegan enhanced nursing efficiency by implementing scheduling software, improving transparency for nursing staff.
- She also initiated mental health care programs and achieved 100% sitters for patients at risk of self-harm.
Community Engagement:
Both leaders are dedicated to community service:
- Carroll is a board member for the Nursing Program at the University of South Carolina Beaufort and the Good Neighbor Free Medical Clinic.
- Evegan has volunteered with COVID-19 clinics and safety initiatives focused on employee care.
Support from Leadership:
Baxley, President and CEO of Beaufort Memorial, expressed pride in both recipients, citing their innovation, mentorship, and contributions to the hospital’s mission as vital to creating a stronger healthcare organization.
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- Your Island News: BMH Nursing Leaders Honored with Palmetto Gold Awards
- WSAV: Beaufort Memorial Calls to Oppose Novant Health’s Bluffton Hospital
- Island Packet: Beaufort News
- Post and Courier: Beaufort Memorial Hospital Birthday
- Wikipedia: Nursing in the United States
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