Morgan Goodman, MA-C, of Mount Nittany Health Primary Care, is an incredible asset to her team. She routinely goes above and beyond to ensure that her patients and colleagues have a positive Mount Nittany Health Experience. Always acting in the best interests of those she serves, she is compassionate, thoughtful, caring, and respectful. She also takes the time to truly listen to and understand those she is speaking with. For these reasons and many more, Morgan was recently named the December 2024 Mount Nittany Health Employee of the Month.
Morgan exemplifies all of Mount Nittany Health’s core values: caring, excellence, integrity, respect, teamwork, and stewardship. This month, she is being celebrated for her unwavering integrity in serving her team and the greater organization.
Morgan’s nominator shared, “Morgan is always thinking of others. When she sees that a colleague is having a bad day, she makes it a priority to cheer them up. Recently, while rooming a patient, she noticed they were struggling with the holiday season. Morgan went to her desk and made a card to present to the patient at checkout. The patient was deeply touched by the thoughtful gesture. Morgan is also open to others’ opinions and perspectives and is always willing to do the right thing. One evening after her shift, she noticed a car still parked in the patient lot. Concerned, she went back inside and found a patient unable to exit the building. Morgan and a colleague assisted the patient to their car through a different exit, ensuring their safe departure. We couldn’t have found a more compassionate individual to join our team. Although she is still new, she fully embraces Mount Nittany Health’s core values and always gives 110%.”
Morgan has worked at Mount Nittany Health as a Medical Assistant for six months. She received her training from the Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology and is currently furthering her education by pursuing a certificate in Healthcare Management from CPI.
Morgan is passionate about her career and is an exceptional patient advocate. She shared, “I am very grateful for my position at Mount Nittany Health Primary Care. Working in this field allows me to be a voice for others and a listener for those who need it, especially during vulnerable moments in their lives. My biggest goal is to create a welcoming environment where patients feel dignity and respect, rather than just being seen as their condition.”
While honored to be recognized as Employee of the Month, Morgan emphasized that the recognition extends to her team. “Being Employee of the Month is not just about me; it reflects my colleagues as well. Everyone I’ve worked with has had a significant impact on my career. From being a student to becoming an employee, they continue to push me to give 100% every day while teaching me skills that I will carry with me throughout my career.”
When asked what she enjoys most about her job, she couldn’t choose just one thing. “The best thing about my department and team is everything. I genuinely enjoy coming to work every day and have never had a negative experience.”
When Morgan isn’t busy providing an exceptional Mount Nittany Health Experience, she enjoys playing video games, going to the gym, and trying new foods. She also loves spending time with her friends, family, and cat.
Morgan is grateful for the love and support of her parents, Kate and Ken, her brother, Tyler, and her cat, Meleah.
We are incredibly fortunate to have Morgan as part of our team and congratulate her on this well-deserved honor. Morgan, thank you for all you do for our patients, your colleagues, and the community.