Dianna Palacios
May 2026
Dianna
Palacios
,
BSN, RN, NE-BC
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Cary
,
NC
United States
Dianna leads with heart, purpose, and compassion, creating a culture where staff feel seen, valued, and supported.
As nurses, we are deeply committed to caring for others, often giving so much of ourselves that little remains for our own well-being. Dianna stands apart as a leader who not only recognizes this reality but actively works to change it. She consistently places staff well-being at the forefront of her leadership, understanding that when caregivers are supported, patients and teams thrive.
Dianna is a tireless advocate for resources that benefit not just one unit, but the entire system. She does not stop at ideas or intentions-she takes meaningful action. Through her personal initiative, she has hand-delivered thoughtfully prepared toolkits and gifts to departments across the organization, ensuring no staff members feel overlooked or forgotten. Her efforts reflect an inclusive mindset and a genuine commitment to equity, connection, and morale at every level of care.
What truly sets Dianna apart is her unwavering belief in work-life harmony and her ability to model it authentically. Her passion is contagious, inspiring others to value balance, resilience, and self-care without guilt. Dianna leads with heart, purpose, and compassion, creating a culture where staff feel seen, valued, and supported. Her leadership has had a lasting and positive impact on our workforce, making her extraordinarily deserving of recognition as a DAISY Leader.
Dianna is a tireless advocate for resources that benefit not just one unit, but the entire system. She does not stop at ideas or intentions-she takes meaningful action. Through her personal initiative, she has hand-delivered thoughtfully prepared toolkits and gifts to departments across the organization, ensuring no staff members feel overlooked or forgotten. Her efforts reflect an inclusive mindset and a genuine commitment to equity, connection, and morale at every level of care.
What truly sets Dianna apart is her unwavering belief in work-life harmony and her ability to model it authentically. Her passion is contagious, inspiring others to value balance, resilience, and self-care without guilt. Dianna leads with heart, purpose, and compassion, creating a culture where staff feel seen, valued, and supported. Her leadership has had a lasting and positive impact on our workforce, making her extraordinarily deserving of recognition as a DAISY Leader.