Daisy Awards
Dusty Waters, LPN
“I would like to thank my nurse, Ms. Dusty, for being so kind, and going above and beyond her job. She made my stay very comfortable and friendly. Every time I needed something, she was on top of it … I was scared and overwhelmed with what was going on with me, but it was nice not to feel alone because of her… She always took the time to help me understand, and helped me get better, so I was able to get home to my babies that much faster. I truly believe its nurses like her who help patients recover faster more than medicine.”
The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award is an international recognition program that honors and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day.
The DAISY Foundation was established by the family of J. Patrick Barnes after he died from complications of the autoFimmune disease ITP in 1999. During his hospitalization, they deeply appreciated the care and compassion shown to Patrick and his entire family. When he died, they felt compelled to say “thank you” to nurses in a very public way. Please say thank you by sharing your story of how a nurse made a difference you will never forget!