As a former paramedic, Carter Doyle understands the stress that comes from working on the frontlines.
From experiencing the exhaustion of working back-to-back shifts during the pandemic to fighting to save the life of a young patient, Carter has seen it all.
As COVID hospitalizations decreased and a new normal started setting in, Carter, a registered nurse and nurse development specialist at Beaumont, Taylor, decided to dedicate his time to promoting employee wellbeing and recognition.
“Even though we’re all patient advocates, our Beaumont caregivers need advocates, too,” said Carter. “In my current role, I really try to make our Beaumont team members feel supported and represented through education, and just
having someone who they can talk to when they face challenges or barriers.”
Whether it’s organizing events to help promote self-care and stress management, creating a new process to improve efficiency, or starting a recognition program for his colleagues, Carter has been leading the charge.
Carter implemented the STORK Award at Beaumont, Taylor to recognize Emergency Center staff who participated in the delivery of a baby.
“Because we don’t have an on-site labor and delivery unit, recognizing those who helped deliver a baby is a good way to spotlight and celebrate our staff,” said Carter.
Working in an EC produces a variety of situations that require the close bond of team members to support each other and provide the best outcome.
“Oftentimes it’s easier to remember the bad outcomes and tragedies we experience at work and forget about that good things that we are a part of,” said Carter. “Providing a physical reminder through things like the STORK Award
gives everyone a tangible reminder that we make a difference and there are patient outcomes we should be proud to be a part of.”
Eight staff members on Carter’s team have already won the STORK Award and all have embraced and enjoyed the new way to celebrate each other and the incredible work they do.
“People are wearing their STORK pins proudly. It's been a fun way to spotlight the care we deliver.” said Carter.