Jasmine Balderas
February 2026
Jasmine
Balderas
,
BSN, RN
5th Floor Med/Surg
Baylor Scott & White Medica Center, Waxahachie
Waxahachie
,
TX
United States
Her heart is pure gold, and her compassion is something you don’t teach, but can only come from within.
I recently went through one of the most painful and overwhelming experiences of my life. I was diagnosed with lower lumbar spinal stenosis with two bulging herniated discs compressing the nerves in my lower spine. The pain made it nearly impossible to put any pressure on my leg, let alone walk.
My symptoms began, and I was first admitted to BUMC the following day. Unfortunately, I did not feel heard or taken seriously during that admission. I was discharged with the same pain I came in with and was advised to simply “walk more” to relieve it.
I spent the weekend unable to walk or function due to the pain. When I met with my PCP a few days later, she was both worried and upset at my condition. She immediately contacted BSW in Waxahachie, and I was admitted to the 5th floor Med/Surg. That is where everything changed.
From the moment I arrived, I was met with genuine compassion. The physician made it clear that my pain mattered and worked to find real solutions. Every nurse and tech who cared for me showed empathy and treated me with dignity. I felt safe, understood, and human again. One nurse stood out in a way I will never forget: Jasmine.
Jasmine was one of my night-shift nurses, and from the moment she introduced herself, I knew this wasn’t just a job for her – this is her calling. She cared for me as if I were a member of her own family. She stayed ahead of my pain, checked on me consistently without me having to ask, and always made sure I had everything I needed.
She made the long night easier with her warmth, kindness, and genuine conversation. Every interaction felt like I was talking to someone who truly saw me, not just a patient in a room. My family also noticed the difference this nurse made. She made all of us feel comfortable and welcome during an incredibly stressful time.
Her heart is pure gold, and her compassion is something you don’t teach, but can only come from within.
Jasmine, from the bottom of my heart, thank you! Thank you for treating me with dignity! Thank you for doing what you do with such love.
You changed my experience entirely. You reminded me that nursing is a calling, not a career.
My symptoms began, and I was first admitted to BUMC the following day. Unfortunately, I did not feel heard or taken seriously during that admission. I was discharged with the same pain I came in with and was advised to simply “walk more” to relieve it.
I spent the weekend unable to walk or function due to the pain. When I met with my PCP a few days later, she was both worried and upset at my condition. She immediately contacted BSW in Waxahachie, and I was admitted to the 5th floor Med/Surg. That is where everything changed.
From the moment I arrived, I was met with genuine compassion. The physician made it clear that my pain mattered and worked to find real solutions. Every nurse and tech who cared for me showed empathy and treated me with dignity. I felt safe, understood, and human again. One nurse stood out in a way I will never forget: Jasmine.
Jasmine was one of my night-shift nurses, and from the moment she introduced herself, I knew this wasn’t just a job for her – this is her calling. She cared for me as if I were a member of her own family. She stayed ahead of my pain, checked on me consistently without me having to ask, and always made sure I had everything I needed.
She made the long night easier with her warmth, kindness, and genuine conversation. Every interaction felt like I was talking to someone who truly saw me, not just a patient in a room. My family also noticed the difference this nurse made. She made all of us feel comfortable and welcome during an incredibly stressful time.
Her heart is pure gold, and her compassion is something you don’t teach, but can only come from within.
Jasmine, from the bottom of my heart, thank you! Thank you for treating me with dignity! Thank you for doing what you do with such love.
You changed my experience entirely. You reminded me that nursing is a calling, not a career.