SGMC Health Honors Booker-Orr with Safe Care Award

June 11, 2026 - 04:55

SGMC Health has presented its Safe Care Award to Crisp Booker-Orr, a Sleep Lab Technician at the Smith Northview campus. The award recognizes staff members who demonstrate exceptional commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Booker-Orr was selected for her consistent attention to detail and proactive approach in preventing potential safety issues. Colleagues noted her vigilance in monitoring equipment and her thorough communication with both patients and the care team. Her work in the sleep lab involves tracking patients overnight, ensuring accurate data collection, and maintaining a sterile environment.

The Safe Care Award is part of an ongoing program at SGMC Health to highlight employees who go beyond standard expectations to protect patients. Hospital leadership emphasized that such recognition reinforces a culture of safety across all departments. Booker-Orr's nomination came from multiple coworkers who praised her calm demeanor during emergencies and her dedication to following protocols.

In accepting the award, Booker-Orr credited her team for their support and said she views patient safety as a shared responsibility. The hospital plans to continue the monthly award to encourage staff to prioritize safety in every interaction.