Katrina Woods has been an incredible source of support, patience, and encouragement throughout the start of my nursing journey. As a nursing student, I often come with many questions and uncertainties, but she has never once made me feel judged or inadequate. Instead, she welcomes every question with kindness and uses each moment as a teaching opportunity.

Her calm, patient presence has helped build my confidence and has shown me what compassionate, professional nursing truly looks like. She takes the time to explain not just the how, but the why, and she encourages me to think critically while always making me feel safe, supported, and valued.

Her dedication to helping the growth of future nurses is inspiring. Because of her guidance, I feel more prepared, more confident, and more excited for the nurse I am becoming. I am deeply grateful for her mentorship, and I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this recognition