Kathryn Montiel
December 2025
Kathryn
Montiel
,
RN
Pediatric
Providence Little Company of Mary Torrance
Torrance
,
CA
United States

 

 

 

Her empathy, dedication, and humanity reflect the very best of what nursing should be.
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the exceptional care provided by Katie during my son’s hospitalization. Our son required oxygen and antibiotics and was hospitalized for five nights. During that time, I was pumping and breastfeeding for him and his twin, who was at home. It was an incredibly stressful and exhausting experience, but this nurse’s compassion and professionalism made a world of difference.

Katie cared for my son for two of those nights; her clinical expertise was evident in every interaction. She was attentive, skilled, and thorough in her care. But what truly set her apart was her kindness. In the middle of the night, when she could see how worn down I was, she offered to bathe and feed him so I could get a couple of hours of rest. That thoughtful gesture went far beyond her nursing duties. It was an act of genuine compassion that I will never forget.

Katie not only cared for my child, but she also cared for me as a mother. Her empathy, dedication, and humanity reflect the very best of what nursing should be. She made a lasting impact on our family, and I will always be grateful for the comfort and support she provided during such a difficult time.