Leaf Award

The LEAF Award recognizes care team members – both clinical and non-clinical, located on the main campus and at our off-site facilities – who contribute to an exceptional patient, family, and fellow team member experience through their dedication to Excellence with Compassion.

Attn: Human Resources Department

999 San Bernardino Road, 

Upland, California 91786 

Vanessa joined San Antonio just six months ago as a tech in our Emergency Department. She is dedicated and compassionate, and her long-term goal is to enter a nursing program and specialize in neonatal care. In her short time with us, Vanessa has already demonstrated that she is quick to go the extra mile without being asked. She was recently transporting a pregnant patient who had come to the ED complaining of chest pain. During the transport for an EKG, Vanessa noticed the patient’s heart rate was low. As soon as the EKG was completed, Vanessa took the patient’s blood pressure, which was significantly elevated. The patient also stated that she had developed a headache. Vanessa immediately notified the charge nurses, which allowed the patient to be assessed quickly to ensure she received timely care. As an ED tech, Vanessa went above and beyond what is expected of her. She stepped up and acted on her gut instinct with quick thinking and knowledge. Congratulations, Vanessa!