Recognized for Excellence

I have been honored by the DAISY Foundation in 2021 and again in 2026. During the 2021 event, a rare celebration occurred where the Barnes family, who started the International DAISY Award, was in attendance at our local hospital. While I was touched by the award, I was moved by the Barnes Family story! A powerful story that began with the loss of their son.
 

The Impact of the DAISY Award

The DAISY Award, after two decades, has evolved into an evidenced form of nursing recognition that:

• IGNITES extraordinary compassionate care

• Improves satisfaction and retention (reminding us of why we REALLY became nurses)

• Promotes OUR well-being and resilience (Just like BodyTalk System which promotes wellness!)

This recognition FOCUSES on celebrating what is RIGHT with nurses, building team spirit, reinforcing patient-centered care, community, and loyalty while staying in the spirit of GRATITUDE!
 

Passion for BodyTalk

I recognized that my training and passion for BodyTalk have given me the tools to deliver passionate NURSING care to my patients and colleagues every day! The principles and practices have shaped my care into EXTRAORDINARY CARE! Whether it is self-care or community care, it is an honor to serve YOU!
 

What Makes DAISY Nurses Special

The DAISY Awards highlight nurses who are proficient in the relational aspects of nursing, demonstrating a depth of understanding of what it means to tune into the highly variable needs of people who are vulnerable and suffering. These nurses are technically proficient, of course, but it is their RELATIONAL proficiency that moves the patient/family experience into the realm of the EXTRAORDINARY! Every DAISY story, no matter what the details, is a story in which the nurse tuned into the patient and family, saw their need, and found a way to REALLY connect and make a difference.
 

My Favorite Thing to Hear!

Ellen! Patients and families feel so completely safe in YOUR care!