At The Cedars, we’re lucky to work alongside people who show up every day with heart, determination, and a true commitment to our Members. That’s why we’re excited to celebrate Stevie Rudd, our Staffing and Supplies Coordinator, who was recently honored with the Excellence in Service Award from LeadingAge.

This award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond in service to their community — and Stevie is a perfect example.

She started her career at The Cedars back in 2014 as a Certified Nursing Assistant. From the very beginning, her work ethic and dedication stood out. Over the years, she’s taken on new roles, grown her skills, and continued to make an impact — not just for our Members, but for the entire clinical team.

In 2024, Stevie stepped into the role of Staffing and Supplies Coordinator, where her leadership and problem-solving have made a real difference. Thanks to her efforts, our community hit a major milestone — reducing agency nursing staffing to zero for the first time since 2022. And we’ve maintained that — a huge achievement in any healthcare setting.

She’s also worked tirelessly to reduce overtime by more than 400 hours. In November 2024, we recorded our lowest overtime hours in over five years — another testament to the systems she’s helped put in place.

What stands out most about Stevie isn’t just the numbers — it’s how she approaches every challenge with a can-do attitude and steady professionalism. She’s the kind of team member you can count on — always ready to step in, help out, and find a way forward.

And she’s not alone. This is the third year in a row a member of The Cedars team has earned the Excellence in Service Award. It speaks to the incredible people who make up this community — people who care deeply about their work, their coworkers, and most importantly, the Members we serve every day.

We’re proud of Stevie and grateful for everything she brings to The Cedars. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

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