UNC Neurology proudly celebrates Alicia Crutchfield, MSN, RN, CCRN, Clinical Nurse IV in the Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit (NSICU), who has been named a UNC Medical Center Nurse of the Year.
This prestigious award recognizes individuals who demonstrate excellence in UNC’s core values while making exceptional professional contributions. Alicia exemplifies these ideals through her clinical leadership, dedication to education, and unwavering commitment to patient-centered care.
Alicia is widely regarded as an exceptional nurse and gifted educator who elevates everyone around her. Through thoughtful coaching, mentorship, and deep clinical expertise, she has strengthened nursing practice across the NSICU and beyond. Her meticulous review of SAFEs has led to meaningful improvements that extend outside her unit, positively impacting patient safety and care delivery at a broader level.
Equally important is Alicia’s commitment to precise, dignified patient care. Colleagues consistently describe her as an indispensable resource and a cornerstone of clinical excellence—someone whose presence raises the standard for both care teams and patients alike.
UNC Neurology congratulates Alicia on this well‑deserved recognition and thanks her for the extraordinary impact she continues to make for patients, families, and colleagues every day.