Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center and Baptist Memorial Hospital-Calhoun recently presented the BEE Award to non-nursing team members who work in supportive roles for their exceptional skills and daily compassion. Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis honored a non-nursing team member with the IRIS Award for showing outstanding empathy, respect, compassion and kindness.
Baptist Anderson
A family member nominated Security Officer Tim Hopkins for the BEE Award for going above and beyond during a recent visit to the Emergency department.
“He was very sweet, telling us where to go, and he helped get my husband to the Admissions desk while I moved the car. When I came back in, Tim had my orange wristband waiting for me, put it on my wrist and walked me back to see my husband,” said the family member. “Around midnight, I asked a nurse to direct me to the nearest vending machine. Tim was right there and walked me all the way to the vending area, making sure I got what I needed, and then walked me all the way back to the room. He went above and beyond what was necessary, and we truly appreciated it.”
Baptist Calhoun
Baptist Calhoun recently held its first BEE Award Ceremony, honoring Rhonda Tutor, nursing assistant in Medical-Surgical. A patient and a colleague nominated her.
The patient who nominated Tutor said she is humble and kind and exceptional at her job. “Numerous patients ask for her by name,” said the colleague who nominated Tutor. “Rhonda never fails to ask patients if they want a bath. She works all shift to be sure they are comfortable. My job is made so much easier because of her hard work.”
Baptist Memphis
Damanique Morris, patient care assistant in the float pool, won the IRIS Award, which stands for “I show Respect for others In my Service.” In 2025, Morris received 25 nominations for the award from patients, family members and colleagues.
One of her fellow team members said, “Damanique goes above and beyond for her co-workers. I have watched her grow so much. She is friendly and willing to help anyone.” A patient commented, “Damanique showed compassion and willingness to help with all of my needs. She was so nice and knowledgeable of the facility. I can tell she cares about her patients.” A patient’s daughter wrote, “Damanique has a love for people, kindness and respect. She even makes you laugh. What a beautiful personality.”
