08/21/2026
❤️ Beebe L.O.V.E. Letter Honors Olivia Wetzel! ❤️
Olivia Wetzel, LPN, is a nurse at Beebe Healthcare and was recognized for her quick thinking, calm under pressure, and lifesaving actions!
While a coworker was eating lunch alone in their office, they suddenly began choking and found themself unable to breathe. After trying to manage on their own for what felt like an eternity, they realized they needed help and made their way toward the Nurse Station.
Fortunately, Olivia was there. Unable to speak or catch a breath, her coworker motioned for help, and Olivia responded immediately, calmly taking control of the situation. Olivia respectfully asked if she could perform the Heimlich maneuver, and after receiving a nod of consent, she acted without hesitation.
Olivia performed the Heimlich maneuver twice, and within seconds, her coworker was able to breathe again. She stayed by her side, offering kindness and reassurance until they felt well enough to return to work.
Olivia's coworker made it home safely that day due to her calm and confidence in that moment.
When Dr. David Tam, President and CEO of Beebe Healthcare, asked Olivia if she felt calm under pressure, she simply said, "I was the only one there and I just said, alright, let's do this."
In the letter nominating Olivia, her coworker shared that Olivia's presence, awareness, and willingness to step in turned a frightening situation into one that was quickly brought under control. They expressed confidence that Olivia extends that same professionalism and genuine kindness to every patient in her care, and thanked her for living the Beebe values so courageously.
Hertrich is proud to sponsor this monthly recognition by awarding a gift card to an outstanding individual at Beebe Healthcare. This initiative supports the L.O.V.E. program, which recognizes healthcare professionals who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to their work and go the extra mile for their patients and colleagues.
We are honored to recognize Olivia and the entire Beebe team for their dedication, compassion, and commitment to saving lives every day.