Brandon Francis
March 2025
Brandon
Francis
,
RN, BSN
Emergency Department
PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center
Springfield
,
OR
United States
His unwavering dedication to both his team and the community sets him apart as a true advocate, mentor, and leader.
Brandon is an exceptional nurse leader in Riverbend's Emergency Department. I have worked here for almost 10 years and haven't seen a manager as good as he is.
His unwavering dedication to both his team and the community sets him apart as a true advocate, mentor, and leader. He consistently demonstrates an extraordinary ability to listen to his staff, fostering a culture of open communication and psychological safety. He ensures every team member feels heard and valued, creating an environment where concerns are addressed and ideas are welcomed. This approach has not only boosted morale but has also empowered the team to deliver higher-quality patient care.
Beyond his commitment to his staff, Brandon has built strong, trusting relationships with his leadership team. He balances the need of frontline nurses with the goals of hospital leadership, serving as a bridge to facilitate meaningful, sustainable change. His ability to collaborate and advocate has led to vital improvements in staffing, resources, and workflow- all directly enhancing patient care and staff well-being. Moreover, he has cultivated a great partnership with our local EMS teams, leading to a cooperative relationship that ensures patients receive timely, coordinated care from the field to the ED. This partnership will continue to lead to timely coordinated care from the field to the ED.
What truly sets Brandon apart is his tireless commitment to ensuring that everyone — from patients to nurses, to ED providers, and EMS providers —feels seen, heard, and supported. He leads by example, showing compassion, resilience, and unwavering dedication to the team and the community. His leadership style has created a ripple effect of positivity, trust, and excellence throughout the department. Brandon embodies the very best of nurse leadership, and his impact on the Emergency Department is immeasurable. I can think of no one more deserving of recognition for his outstanding contributions.
His unwavering dedication to both his team and the community sets him apart as a true advocate, mentor, and leader. He consistently demonstrates an extraordinary ability to listen to his staff, fostering a culture of open communication and psychological safety. He ensures every team member feels heard and valued, creating an environment where concerns are addressed and ideas are welcomed. This approach has not only boosted morale but has also empowered the team to deliver higher-quality patient care.
Beyond his commitment to his staff, Brandon has built strong, trusting relationships with his leadership team. He balances the need of frontline nurses with the goals of hospital leadership, serving as a bridge to facilitate meaningful, sustainable change. His ability to collaborate and advocate has led to vital improvements in staffing, resources, and workflow- all directly enhancing patient care and staff well-being. Moreover, he has cultivated a great partnership with our local EMS teams, leading to a cooperative relationship that ensures patients receive timely, coordinated care from the field to the ED. This partnership will continue to lead to timely coordinated care from the field to the ED.
What truly sets Brandon apart is his tireless commitment to ensuring that everyone — from patients to nurses, to ED providers, and EMS providers —feels seen, heard, and supported. He leads by example, showing compassion, resilience, and unwavering dedication to the team and the community. His leadership style has created a ripple effect of positivity, trust, and excellence throughout the department. Brandon embodies the very best of nurse leadership, and his impact on the Emergency Department is immeasurable. I can think of no one more deserving of recognition for his outstanding contributions.