TCTC Alumna Remington Carroll Named S.C. Emergency Nurses Association’s Nurse of the Year
Press Release
Date: October 28, 2025
Contact: lgarrett@tctc.edu
TCTC Alumna Remington Carroll Named S.C. Emergency Nurses Association’s Nurse of the Year
PENDLETON – Each year the South Carolina Emergency Nurses Association (SCENA) honors an exceptional emergency room nurse who demonstrates dedication, skill, and compassion in the care of patients within the high-pressure environment of the emergency department.
This year Remington (Remi) Carroll, a Tri-County Technical College alumna and ER charge nurse at Bon Secours, took home the prestigious S.C. Emergency Nurses Association’s Nurse of the Year award that also recognizes ability to adapt in fast-paced, challenging situations and commitment to improving patient outcomes. She accepted the award at an annual meeting in Myrtle Beach.
“It’s an amazing opportunity to be nominated,” said Carroll. “Winning was the cherry on top. I felt so appreciated. I love what I do so it was an amazing moment.”
Two colleagues who nominated Carroll say she epitomizes clinical excellence, as well as demonstrates clinical and professional excellence while supporting and advocating for others.
They highlighted her achievements in their nomination letters.
“Remi is an amazing example of a true emergency nurse,” said Greta Gue, administrative director for Emergency Services at Bon Secours. “She began in Emergency Services, like many, on night shift and has worked her way up to a charge nurse role on dayshift. She has grown exponentially over the past several years into a compassionate, skilled, and very resilient ED nurse. She consistently demonstrates clinical expertise, teamwork, remains calm under pressure and makes sound judgement decisions in a very fast paced environment,” said Gue.
“Beyond the bedside, she is a natural leader and mentor. Many look to Remi for guidance and she freely shares her experiences and provides support to her peers whenever the opportunity arises,” said Gue.
“She advocates for patients/families, as well as staff, and is very well respected by the provider team. She has taken time outside of her normal work schedule to participate in annual competencies alongside our professional development team to ensure staff are proficient and to also further establish herself as an expert in emergency nursing. She exemplifies excellence in emergency nursing and inspires all who have the privilege of working alongside her.”
“When envisioning the ideal caregiver—someone you would entrust with your own well-being or that of a cherished loved one—the image that comes to mind is not only of a professional endowed with exceptional knowledge and clinical skill but also one who radiates kindness, empathy, and compassion. Remi effortlessly encompasses all these qualities and more,” said Tori Pressley, R.N. at Bon Secours.
“In every task she undertakes, whether it be a complex medical procedure or a seemingly small but profoundly meaningful gesture—such as helping a patient discover that elusive “position of comfort” that brings relief—Remi approaches her work with unwavering dedication and meticulous attention to detail. Her commitment to excellence is evident in the wholehearted manner with which she engages in every aspect of patient care, consistently going above and beyond to ensure the best possible outcomes,” said Pressley.
“The impact Remi has on those she cares for extends far beyond clinical competence. Patients and their families frequently express profound gratitude for her exceptional care, often remarking that their experience under her watch was unlike any other. Many have shared how Remi’s expertise and compassionate approach have positively shaped their entire care journey, offering comfort and confidence during some of their most vulnerable moments,” said Pressley.
Pressley added: “She generously dedicates time and energy to mentor and educate newer, less experienced nurses, fostering growth and excellence within our profession. Her guidance not only nurtures the skills of emerging nurses but also inspires them to embrace the same values of compassion and dedication that define her practice.”
“I love working in the ER,” said Carroll. “Every day is different and I am constantly challenged. It keeps me on my toes. I began my career on the night shift and it’s the best way to learn,” she said.
Carroll said a mission trip to Africa when she was a high school senior solidified her career choice.
Carroll entered TCTC’s Practical Nursing (LPN) program and graduated in 2016 and began working part-time at Lila Doyle Nursing Home in Seneca while working toward her Associate Degree in Nursing. “It was a very good learning experience,” said Carroll, who completed the degree in 2017. “I felt very prepared when I graduated because of the amazing instructors at TCTC. They all challenged me and it made a huge impact.”
“Beginning in her first semester, Remi was motivated and wanted to succeed,” said Julie Beard, program director for TCTC’s Practical Nursing program. “Remi took advantage of every opportunity to learn and grow and was always problem solving, which is one of the qualities of being a good nurse.”
Beard said beginning as a certified nurse aide and transitioning from LPN to RN, as Carroll has done, made her a better nurse. “She respects all roles within nursing.”
Stacey Smith, TCTC Associate Degree Nursing instructor, said she wasn’t surprised when she learned of Carroll’s award. “Tri-County produces practice ready nurses. In the classroom and in clinical settings, Remi exhibited strong leadership skills and was gifted in assessment and clinical decision making.”
In 2020 Carroll graduated from Chamberlain University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. She has worked at Bon Secours for eight years.
About Tri-County Technical College
Tri-County Technical College, a public two-year community and technical college serving Anderson, Oconee and Pickens Counties in South Carolina, enrolls more than 9,000 students annually and offers more than 70 major fields of study, including computer technology, industrial electronics, mechatronics, nursing, and university transfer programs. Tri-County boasts the highest student success rate among two-year colleges in the state and ranks in the top one percent nationally for successful student transfers to four-year colleges and universities. To learn more, visit tctc.edu.
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