Aya Brag Board

Marissa receives a DAISY Award

Marissa received a DAISY Award after a patient nominated her for her exceptional, personable bedside manner and overall care.

The patient wrote, “Marissa is a ball of energy. She is very intelligent and knowledgeable about the human body. She is confident in everything she does; when she shines, the joy is reflected back to you. She is so much fun to be around! I listen to music daily and walk with it, as singing stops some pain. Marissa loved the music and understood how healing it can be, so we sang along through many tough days and nights. It was a pleasure to have her as my nurse. I trust her. She keeps her word and anticipates my needs. Marissa is a wonderful nurse and one of the best I’ve ever had!”

Your patients appreciate you, Marissa, and so do we! Keep up the good work! ...

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Lauren receives a DAISY Award

Lauren won the DAISY Award after a colleague nominated her for her empathic approach to providing top-notch care.

The colleague wrote, “I have regularly observed Lauren providing exceptional care. One day, as I walked past a DNR comfort care patient’s room, I heard someone singing. I looked in and saw Lauren singing to the dying patient as she performed her duties. No family was present. Lauren was alone with the patient. There was nothing requiring her to provide the kind act of blessing the patient with her song. It’s this type of extra care that gives comfort to those we serve. I believe even in one’s final days and hours, patients are aware of our presence in the room. Lauren‘s song could have provided great peace and comfort to the patient in their final days.”

Congratulations on receiving the DAISY Award, Lauren! ...

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Preiyanne is praised by a nurse manager

A nurse manager gave kudos to Preiyanne and shared how much they valued her presence on the team.

The nurse manager wrote, “I just wanted to reach out and share how special Preiyanne was to our unit. She made a great impact on our patients and staff. We are truly going to miss her positive attitude!”

Preiyanne, your team appreciates your hard work and dedication, and so do we!

Lindsey is nominated for a DAISY Award

Lindsey was nominated for a DAISY Award by a colleague for going above and beyond to provide the best patient care.

The colleague wrote, “Lindsey began her shift by terminally extubating a patient and transitioning them to comfort-focused care. She worked incredibly hard advocating for this patient to the covering physician. Lindsey coordinated the patient’s care collaboratively with the physician, house supervisor and pharmacist to get the patient the medications they needed to achieve optimum comfort during this very delicate time. Lindsey provided significant emotional support to the family while also educating them along the way. She did an amazing job caring for this patient and their family. Caring for a patient and supporting their family during end-of-life care is not easy, especially in this particular situation. It took knowledge, organization, time management and an immense amount of compassion to provide the patient and their family with the best possible outcome.”

Congratulations on the DAISY Award nomination, Lindsey! ...

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Jessica receives a DAISY Award nomination

A patient nominated Jessica for a DAISY Award, writing a sweet note about the extraordinary compassion she demonstrated during the patient’s stay.

The patient wrote, “Jessica was very understating and caring since day one, when she started giving me treatment. I immediately knew I’d want her to be my nurse for the rest of my treatments. She always asks how my days were while I was gone and always seems interested in my stories, which makes me really happy. She also tells me what she did during those few weeks. She has such a bright smile and uplifting energy. She makes me really happy and couldn’t ask for a better nurse.”

Jessica, your compassion and care make all the difference in your patients’ lives. Keep up the good work! ...

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Lori is recognized for her devotion and quality care

Lori received an “iCare” recognition from a facility manager for the devotion and high-quality care she displayed.

The manager wrote, “Lori helped feed a patient with dementia, which demonstrated awesome patient care. She also helped me to find a disposable stethoscope while they were on contact precautions. Additionally, for another patient, Lori helped navigate a suboptimal procedure condition by accommodating the space for it and helping to get supplies for it. She was much appreciated by the team today.”

Congratulations on the recognition, Lori! Your team appreciates you, and so do we! ...

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Zach is nominated for a DAISY Award

Zach was nominated for a DAISY Award for delivering quality, relationship-based nursing care and ensuring the comfort and happiness of a patient and their family.

A patient’s spouse wrote, “We were blessed with many wonderful nurses, as well as all of the staff that cared for my husband, but Zach was especially patient and attentive. The care he gave was personalized and compassionate. My husband felt he had an advocate. Zach was approachable and fully explained all the procedures. He never made my husband feel like he was a burden or an inconvenience — an altruistic trait that truly made all the difference during the time my husband needed it most. The effort Zach put in to make sure my husband felt cared for is something for which my family will always be grateful.”

Your patients and their families appreciate your quality care, Zach. Congratulations on the DAISY Award nomination! ...

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Jacqueline receives a DAISY Award nomination

A patient nominated Jacqueline for a DAISY Award for going above and beyond, maintaining exceptional people skills and being a patient advocate.

The patient wrote, “Jacqueline is an amazing nurse. I had her for three days and could not have been under better care. She listened to my concerns and questions and would ask the doctor [those] questions. She wore a smile and was a bright spot of sunshine in my day. She cares deeply for the well-being and safety of the patient and I feel that is a true gift. I know she will continue to grow as a nurse, and will become even more of a mentor and exceptional person.”

Congratulations, Jacqueline! Keep up the good work! ...

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Emily receives kudos from facility leadership

Facility leaders praised Emily for her commendable work and commitment to patient care.

One manager said, “I want to give a shoutout to Emily for doing a great job walking through the chart. She had some great questions. Please share the bravo of her great work and patient care.”

The assistant nurse manager wrote, “Emily participated in a tracer with our accreditation team and did a great job. We really appreciate her dedication and the great care she is providing to our patients.”

Congratulations, Emily! Your team appreciates your hard work and quality care, and so do we!