Janet Neri is the recipient of the DAISY Award because she provides extraordinary attentiveness, sincere compassion, and a level of safe, reassuring care that makes patients and families feel protected and valued. Her presence creates an environment where trust replaces fear and patients feel treated like family.

One patient shared that the care Janet provided to both her and her newborn baby was phenomenal. From the beginning, Janet ensured they felt safe, supported, and constantly attended to. Her steady attention and gentle demeanor gave the patient confidence during a vulnerable time. The patient described never once feeling alone or overlooked — instead, she felt embraced by Janet’s warmth and professionalism.

Janet’s care extended beyond routine nursing responsibilities. She created a sense of belonging that made the patient feel like part of her own family. Through every interaction, Janet demonstrated kindness, vigilance, and heartfelt dedication. The patient described Janet as an angel working within the hospital, someone whose compassion left a lasting emotional impact.

Janet embodies the highest ideals of nursing: safety, empathy, and unwavering commitment to those in her care. Her ability to provide both clinical excellence and emotional reassurance transforms the patient experience into one of trust and gratitude. Janet’s extraordinary care reflects the true spirit of the DAISY Award and the kind of nursing that patients never forget.