How her military career prepared Candace Sims for nursing success
Before starting her career as a licensed practical nurse, Candice Sims spent 14 years in the U.S. Navy on her unit's first aid team.
How nursing director Kimberly Knotts helped transform a health system
Nursing director Kimberly Knotts shares her journey of leadership, compassion, and impact driving excellence and inspiring the next generation.
How volunteering in a nursing home shaped Cindy Farmer's passion in medicine
Cindy Farmer, a 2025 AJC Nurse Excellence Award winner, shares her journey of compassion, trust, and why kindness is at the heart of great nursing.
How nursing veteran Kenosha Tillman bridges gap between doctors and patients
Kenosha Tillman, a 13-year nurse at Emory Healthcare, is known for compassion, advocacy, and leadership, inspiring peers and humanizing healthcare daily.
How ICU nurse April Eldridge’s journey turned pain into purpose
April Eldridge, an ICU nurse, was inspired by a nurse who cared for her loved ones. Today, she honors that legacy with empathy and purpose-driven care.
Nurse Christine Karia's relentless care gave a forgotten patient a second chance
With 16 years of nursing experience, nurse Christine Karia’s relentless compassion and daily care helped a nonverbal, immobile patient recover.
How NICU nurse Jennifer Herr saved a baby’s life over the phone
Jennifer Herr, a NICU nurse with 30 years of experience, helped save a baby’s life by giving CPR instructions over the phone.
Why critical care nurse Yuriy Soroka risked his life to give aid in a war zone
Critical care nurse Yuriy Soroka shares his inspiring journey from Ukraine to the U.S. and how nurses can bring compassion and healing in times of crisis.
Getting back on the bike: Nurse Justin Connelly makes heartfelt impact on patient in need
Emergency room nurse Justin Connelly went beyond the call of duty, helping a patient return to work by buying him a bike.
Why nurse residency director Melanie Copeland is her hospital's secret weapon
Nurse residency director Melanie Copeland is a steady force, boosting her colleagues' confidence and creating a fun atmosphere at WellStar Kennestone Hospital.