As a travel nurse, one of the scariest parts of starting a new assignment is hoping to get along with the core staff. Although everyone in this area welcomed me, Amber made it seem like I belonged. Amber is constantly helping other caregivers thoughout the shift while maintaining her duties. Whether it’s passing medications, cleaning patients, or completing other daily tasks, it’s evident that she not only wants to help the staff but puts our patients and their needs first. She’s extremely knowledgeable, yet, continues to strive to learn from anyone, regardless of his or her credentials. However, the thing that I respect the most about Amber is the heart she relentlessly pours into her patient care. Working with our patients can be emotionally heavy. I’ve seen Amber make a patient laugh on one of their worst days. I’ve watched her hold the hand of a family member, who wasn’t quite ready to say goodbye to their loved one. I’ve even seen her shed a tear for someone she’s known for just a day. Amber treats our patients like people, not a diagnosis. She’s a hidden gem working within Monument Health, that fully encompasses the qualities that all staff members should exude.