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Heart At Work
Every day, CVS Health heroes across the country bring their hearts to work to help people on their path to better health. They share a smile, an assuring voice, a helping hand. They are your neighborhood pharmacists, store managers, MinuteClinic® providers and so many more. Read their stories, watch their videos, and celebrate our amazing heroes along with us.
Heart At Work: Omnicare Pharmacist David Kirkwood protected his patients
A true hero, David coordinated life-sustaining infusion treatment for 46 nursing home patients ill with COVID-19.
Article - April 6, 2021
Heart At Work: Pharmacist Raquel Pacheco trains COVID-19 vaccinators
Pharmacist Raquel Pacheco immediately put her years of experience to work, training staff and establishing her pharmacy as one of the first CVS Pharmacy locations in the nation to provide immunizations to the general public.
Article - March 25, 2021
Heart At Work: Tami Myers created a lifeline of support for nearly 300,000 CVS Health colleagues
When the pandemic started a year ago, people were scared. Tami helped create the HR Coronavirus Call Center – serving colleagues across the country.
Article - March 17, 2021
CVS Health in the news
- Pharmacist Perseveres Vaccinating Seniors Despite COVID Claiming GrandparentsNBC Los Angeles, CAMarch 4, 2021
- Meet the husband and wife team vaccinating Ohioans, and some of their patientsABC Cleveland, OHMarch 3, 2021
- Vial of Hope: Granddaughter gives 87-year-old grandparents both doses of COVID …NBC Minneapolis, MNMarch 1, 2021
- CVS pharmacist gives her mom COVID-19 vaccine at assisted living facilityNBC Indianapolis, INFebruary 23, 2021
All Heart At Work stories
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Pharmacist Raquel Pacheco trains COVID-19 vaccinatorsPharmacist Raquel Pacheco immediately put her years of experience to work, training staff and establishing her pharmacy as one of the first CVS Pharmacy locations in the nation to provide immunizations to the general public.Article - March 25, 2021
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Tami Myers created a lifeline of support for nearly 300,000 CVS Health colleaguesWhen the pandemic started a year ago, people were scared. Tami helped create the HR Coronavirus Call Center – serving colleagues across the country.Article - March 17, 2021
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Jen DiSumma makes crucial deliveries happenJen worked 24/7 during the Texas storms so Pharmacy locations, and ultimately patients, could get badly needed medication and supplies.Article - March 4, 2021
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CVS Health Heroes helped patients weather the storms in Texas
Despite obstacles of their own, Retail Pharmacy teams and colleagues in Specialty Pharmacy, who prepare and ship critical medications to patients, stepped up for their communities.Article - February 26, 2021 -
Nicole Van Valen helps young adults cope with COVID-19
Nicole uses her psychology background and an innovative program to help young adults cope with the impact of COVID-19.Article - February 17, 2021 -
Nurses Kelli, Taya and Jeanie are part of the solution to bring families together
Aetna nurses who don’t normally administer vaccinations, gladly volunteered to help fight COVID-19 in long-term care.Article - February 3, 2021 -
Pete MacEwen, a nurse with heart, provides infusions for children with rare diseasesAs a Coram nurse providing in-home infusions, Pete is a hero to his patients including one toddler with a rare disease.Article - January 25, 2021
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Bob Atighechi brings hope to nursing homes
Bob is proud to be among the first CVS pharmacists providing COVID-19 vaccinations in long-term care facilities.Article - January 13, 2021 -
Celebrating our impact in 2020As we reflect on 2020, we’re incredibly grateful for the contributions of our nearly 300,000 colleagues.Article - December 18, 2020
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Kimberly Sawyer McWright, serving country and community
Despite some challenges, Aetna's Kimberly Sawyer McWright, an Army veteran, has always kept her focus on helping others.Article - November 11, 2020 -
Crystal Ring, helping non-English speaking patients
It’s tough to be sick but even tougher when you can’t communicate. Aetna nurse Crystal Ring helps patients bridge the language barrier.Article - October 21, 2020 -
Coram Nurses nurture their patient to good healthAfter Coram nurses Nancy, Mallory and Lucy provided 24-hour care, their grateful patient sent a thank you video.Article - October 14, 2020
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Virginia Vannoy’s neighbors were afraid to shop for groceries so she started a food pantry
When her elderly neighbors were too scared of COVID-19 to shop for groceries, Aetna Healthy Outcomes Supervisor Virginia Vannoy opened a food pantry at her home.Article - September 30, 2020 -
Helen Volf helped her diabetic patient get her life-saving insulinWhen a diabetic patient couldn’t get her life-saving insulin, pharmacist Helen Volf took quick action to make sure she got her medication.Article - September 17, 2020
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Nancy Simonelli ensures her senior customers feel cared for during COVID-19
COVID-19 can be lonely, especially for seniors. Nancy Simonelli, a CVS Pharmacy store associate in Lady Lake, Florida, makes sure her customers feel cared for.Article - September 9, 2020 -
Motria Lusk helps patients find the best path to health
For more than a decade, Pharmacist Motria Lusk has helped one family navigate their prescriptions during their health challenges.Article - September 3, 2020