Carrington College proudly recognizes Sarah Monaghan-Cunningham for exemplary vigilance and patient advocacy during an emergency department rotation. When a patient with a suspected subarachnoid hemorrhage arrived, IV famotidine was ordered. A resource nurse handed Sarah a vial, but she noted it was labeled fentanyl 100 mcg, not the ordered medication. Sarah paused, performed a read-back of the medication and dose, and verified against the provider’s order, thus intercepting a near-miss medication error.

In a setting where speaking up can be intimidating, Sarah demonstrated the rights of medication administration, effective communication, and the courage to “stop the line” to protect her patient. Her actions reflect the highest standards of professional nursing: safety, accountability, and advocacy. Thank you, Sarah, for modeling the attentive, patient-first care that defines our profession.