Traci Smith is as critical care paramedic both at Grinnell Regional Medical Center and with East Poweshiek Ambulance Service where she is also the Director of Operations. Traci joined the ambulance service in 1997, and quickly went on to study to become an EMT, then to further become a paramedic. She teaches CPR classes for businesses and groups who need training and to those who want further mentoring in becoming an EMT like herself.
Friends say Traci is always ready to give a helping hand, whether medical, or someone in just need of a hug. It was mid-November when Traci met Tim and Barb for the first time. Tim collapsed at work and headed to the hospital. This was one of many trips. Tim met Traci, and stayed in communication with the family even after more trips especially through the holidays. Traci kept in contact with Barb throughout the whole experience. Collogues say Traci is one of those people that knows everyone and everyone knows her.
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TracSmith is always above and beyond with her work
good job
Wonderful lady always ready to help!!
The best of the best!
Way to go Traci Smith. You are one outstanding lady in my book, & keep up with the smiles
Traci saved my life September 27 I was taken to Grinnell hospital with what I thought was having a heart attack the doctor was going to send me home with what she thought was a allergy problems Traci caught the signs and I was sent to mercy hospital for heart surgery Dr.at mercy said it could have been life ending.
Traci is an awesome person and excellent at her vocation! We are lucky to have her serving Iowans in East Central Iowa!
Go Traci!!!!
Traci has always shown concerns and caring in all the years I have known her. Always on the upside of things and has the most pleasing and penetrating smile. Her younger years a bit timid. Her love for her work shows and is so rewarding, not only for her, but most rewarding to those of us who have been under her care. We had all the confidence in the world when she was helping us.
I feel Traci definitely deserves the 2014 Hero of the Year. I see her as very dedicated to her job. She certainly helped us when we had an emergency.
I HAVE WORKED WITH TRACI FOR YEARS AND SHE GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND TO SAVE A LIFE. SHE IS VERY KNOWLEDGABLE AND DOES A GREAT JOB!
Traci, Congratulations on your nomination. We need more dedicated, caring people like you. Thank you for your service and the your professional care for all the patients in need you are there for.
Good luck Traci, hope you win! You are a hero to all of us In Brooklyn.
Traci made a nervous ride much more comforting after my car accident. You are truly good at what you do! Thank you Traci, and good luck!
Traci is awesome, couldn’the have picked anyone more deserving for this award! GOODS LUCK TRACI
Traci saves lives through her work in the community as a first responder and through the emergency room at Grinnell Regional Medical Center. Her dedication is without equal.
Sweet lady
CONGRATULATIONS FOR SHINING THROUGH AND COMING THIS FAR! HOPING YOU WIN, TRACI! YOU DESERVE IT!
THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO
TRACI IS THE BEST
Trace does a wonderful job. Saved m any lives with her caring work.