Dustten Martineau
June 2025
Dustten
Martineau
,
BSN, RN
Progressive Care Unit
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
Jacksonville Beach
,
FL
United States
Dustten didn’t just do their job; they went above and beyond to connect with this patient in a way that left me in awe.
I had the privilege of witnessing a moment of true compassion from this nurse that I will never forget. It happened while I was cleaning a patient’s room, and I could sense that the patient was feeling both physically unwell and emotionally scared. You could see the fear in their eyes as they tried to process what was happening.
As I was cleaning, I asked Dustten if it would be all right for me to continue with my task while they were attending to the patient. Without hesitation, they responded, of course, and then I saw something that truly stood out to me.
Dustten didn’t just do their job; they went above and beyond to connect with this patient in a way that left me in awe. They sat down right next to the patient, placed their hand gently on the patient’s knee, and began speaking to him with such calmness and kindness. What truly impressed me was the way they explained everything slowly, clearly, and with such patience. Dustten made sure the patient understood every detail, even asking if there were any questions along the way.
The way they interacted with the patient was nothing short of extraordinary. It was as though they were speaking to a member of their own family, treating the patient with the same care, respect, and understanding that they would offer to someone they deeply loved. It was in that moment that I realized how much Dustten genuinely cares for his patients and how deeply they are committed to providing not just care, but comfort and reassurance in a time of fear.
After they left the room, I asked the patient how he was feeling. The patient smiled, and with a sense of relief in his voice, he said, “I’m much better, thank you.” I could see the relief in his face, and in that moment, I knew that they had made a real difference.
It’s moments like these that truly highlight the incredible impact a nurse can have! Not just through medical knowledge, but through the power of empathy and human connection. Dustten’s compassion went beyond the routine; it was a moment of true kindness that made a difference for this patient in a time when they needed it the most.
For all of these reasons, I’m proud to nominate Dustten for this recognition. Their ability to make a patient feel seen, heard, and cared for in the most difficult of moments is a testament to the exceptional nurse they are.
As I was cleaning, I asked Dustten if it would be all right for me to continue with my task while they were attending to the patient. Without hesitation, they responded, of course, and then I saw something that truly stood out to me.
Dustten didn’t just do their job; they went above and beyond to connect with this patient in a way that left me in awe. They sat down right next to the patient, placed their hand gently on the patient’s knee, and began speaking to him with such calmness and kindness. What truly impressed me was the way they explained everything slowly, clearly, and with such patience. Dustten made sure the patient understood every detail, even asking if there were any questions along the way.
The way they interacted with the patient was nothing short of extraordinary. It was as though they were speaking to a member of their own family, treating the patient with the same care, respect, and understanding that they would offer to someone they deeply loved. It was in that moment that I realized how much Dustten genuinely cares for his patients and how deeply they are committed to providing not just care, but comfort and reassurance in a time of fear.
After they left the room, I asked the patient how he was feeling. The patient smiled, and with a sense of relief in his voice, he said, “I’m much better, thank you.” I could see the relief in his face, and in that moment, I knew that they had made a real difference.
It’s moments like these that truly highlight the incredible impact a nurse can have! Not just through medical knowledge, but through the power of empathy and human connection. Dustten’s compassion went beyond the routine; it was a moment of true kindness that made a difference for this patient in a time when they needed it the most.
For all of these reasons, I’m proud to nominate Dustten for this recognition. Their ability to make a patient feel seen, heard, and cared for in the most difficult of moments is a testament to the exceptional nurse they are.