I want to recognize Christian Taylor for the extraordinary compassion, empathy, and care he provided to my father and to our entire family during one of the most difficult times in our lives. After my dad sustained a traumatic brain bleed and underwent life-saving surgery, it became clear that the extent of brain damage he suffered was irreversible.

As a family, we were faced with the heart-wrenching decision to honor his wishes and transition to comfort care. It was during this time that Nurse entered our lives—not just as a nurse, but as an anchor of support, calm, and humanity. Christian cared for my dad as if he were his own. He didn’t just focus on tasks or clinical responsibilities: he saw the person behind the patient and the grief behind the family. He was present, attentive, and deeply respectful of my dad’s dignity in his final moments.

He made my dad comfortable, advocated for him, and gently guided us through every step with clarity and compassion. As a fellow nurse working in the same field, I’ve always believed in the power of human connection in healthcare—but experiencing it from the other side, through Christian’s care, was deeply humbling. Our shared professional background fostered a strong and immediate connection, and Nurse’s presence quickly became an extension of our family.

Christian exemplifies what it means to be a DAISY Nurse. He is a kind of nurse who doesn’t just show up for you in the moments that matter most. His ability to blend clinical excellence with heartfelt compassion made an unbearable situation just a little more bearable. And for that, I will be forever grateful.

Christian, thank you—for your heart, your hands, your words, and your unwavering presence. With deepest gratitude.