Carolyn Woods
Children’s
National Medical Center will truly miss Carolyn
Woods a thirty three (33) year employee. Carolyn is
one of Gods faithful servants that he placed in this
hospital to touch the lives of so many people in so
many different ways. Carolyn started her employment
at the old Children’s Hospital on 13th street in
April 1974. There she worked as a unit clerk. Her
drive toward excellence, dress for success and calm
demeanor made coming to work a joy for everyone
around her. When Children’s moved it’s location to
111 Michigan Ave Carolyn moved also taking her skill
set as an example to the new crew of unit clerks at
this new facility.
Eventually, Carolyn enhanced her skills and moved into direct patient care by becoming an Emergency Room Tech Specialist. Although this new title is how Children’s Hospital recognized Carolyn, the staff of the Emergency Room recognized her differently. Yes, she is a valuable employee that will be missed, but some staffers say that she worked as a social worker, mentor and spiritual advisor in a hectic environment. A leader, friend and mother to many. The glue that kept the Emergency Room afloat through (2) two medical service directors and (4) nursing directors. It was never what she did, but how she did it they say. Her spirit touched the lives of some patients and families in ways that no physician could. The spirit that she brings to work with her day in and day out can not be expected from anyone, but, has been treasured by everyone. God knew exactly what he was doing when he Blessed Children’s National Medical Center with Mrs. Carolyn Woods.
The Emergency Room staff honored Carolyn with a wonderful celebration. They were able to bring together many of Carolyn’s co-workers from the old hospital as well as the new one on her special day. It is with great honor that this writer salutes “Mrs. Carolyn Woods” a woman of distinction and a woman of valor !! Although she is retiring from Children’s National Medical Center, I assure you that we have not seen the last of her. God has bigger and better things in store for her. TO GOD BE THE GLORY !!!
