02/25/2026
Congratulations to our February President's Service Excellence Award recipients, Janie Jones (Accreditation & Regulatory) and Sarah Christian (Coding Services)! We are so lucky to have you both on our team!
Excerpt from Janie's recognition: “For more than 40 years, Janie has served our organization with steadfast dedication, exemplifying commitment, reliability, and professionalism throughout her remarkable career. As an Accreditation Assistant in the Accreditation and Regulatory Services Department, Janie plays a critical role in maintaining our organization’s regulatory readiness and commitment to quality. She coordinates and prepares survey documentation, supports Environment of Care (EOC) rounding, assists with policy and procedure development meetings, maintains detailed departmental records, prepares and distributes committee minutes, and communicates essential updates to leadership and staff. Her work supports a broad range of accreditation functions that are vital to our hospital’s success.“
Excerpt from Sarah's recognition: “Sarah began her career with UNC Health Lenoir in 2003 as a Data Review Analyst. That same year, she earned the nationally recognized Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). In 2013, she advanced to Professional Coder II after obtaining her Credentialed Coding Specialist (CCS) certification. In 2021, Sarah stepped into the role of Coding Quality Analyst, where she reviews pre-bill accounts for coding opportunities, educates her coding teammates, and collaborates closely with the CDI team on coding guidelines. In her current role, Sarah demonstrates exceptional dedication and expertise. Her commitment to coding accuracy and quality strengthens the department’s performance and compliance standards.”
