COVID Legend Award

As we move into the second year of the pandemic, Cone Health recognizes employees who made a difference during the first.

Greensboro – The coronavirus pandemic impacted Cone Health in unprecedented ways. Across the network, employees stepped up with courage and creativity. Some volunteered to work at a COVID-19 only hospital at a time when we knew little of COVID-19 other than its ability to spread and kill. Another helped organize and train staff who lost hours when surgeries were postponed to help with COVID-19 testing. Another helped create mathematical models that predicted the spread and impact of COVID-19 in our communities. All of them put in legendary performances. Cone Health created its COVID Legend Award to recognize them. 

“The term ‘Health Care Heroes’ was used a lot in the early days of the pandemic, and justifiably so,” says Cone Health Chief Operating Officer Dr. Mary Jo Cagle. “And when you ask our staff, these are the people who come to mind. These are the coworkers we rallied around.” 

In December, employees nominated those whose work during the pandemic had a profound impact on employees, patients and the community. A review committee selected these 56 individuals. 

These individuals are being recognized throughout Cone Health for their service. They are being presented with certificates and many are eligible for $5,000 and $10,000 awards.