Congratulations to Krista McPherson for being recognized with Tift Regional’s L.E.A.D.E.R. Award on March 22. Krista serves as Director of Health Information Management and Revenue Integrity. Krista was nominated by the staff members in her department.

This award goes to a nominee each quarter who is at or above the department manager level and has at least one year of service in his or her current role.

What does the acronym L.E.A.D.E.R. mean?

LEADERSHIP is inspiring others to come together for a common purpose. EXCELLENCE in leadership means going above and beyond to ensure that a group is successful and effective. A leader maintains a positive ATTITUDE, facing obstacles with dignity and strength. A leader displays tact and DIPLOMACY, showing great skill in dealing with people in a sensitive and effective way. A leader has a great work ETHIC, displays EMPATHY toward others and is EFFICIENT and thorough with tasks. A leader displays RESPONSIBILITY and accountability for actions and is RESPECTFUL of the thoughts and ideas of others.