November 2025 Honoree
Laura Lewis, RN
From the moment Laura became my nurse, she went above and beyond to make sure I was not just cared for, but truly seen. She made it her mission to keep me comfortable and informed throughout my stay. She patiently explained every step of my care and answered every question my wife and I had with clarity and compassion. It was clear to Laura that I wasn’t just a room number or a chart; I was a person. Her bedside manner is truly unmatched. You could tell that caring for others isn’t just her job; it’s her calling.
Through our conversations, we learned she began her career in mental health before becoming a nurse, and I believe that background is part of what makes her care so exceptional. She has a rare gift for reading the room, calming anxieties, and offering support that goes beyond medical needs. I have a history of severe anxiety and had a traumatic hospital experience about 18 months ago during a separate procedure. Needless to say, I came into this hospital stay carrying a lot of emotional weight. Laura consistently met me where I was, emotionally and physically.
When I was overwhelmed or fearful, she talked me through it with empathy, helping me reframe my thoughts and reminding me of the truths I needed to hear. Her presence alone brought comfort and reassurance. Even during discharge, Laura didn’t just check off a list; she made sure the transition home was smooth and stress-free. When my discharge medications were called into the hospital pharmacy, she personally walked my wife down to the pharmacy, waited with her, and walked her back to my room so she wouldn’t get lost. That level of thoughtfulness and care isn’t something you can train; it comes from the heart. Laura embodies everything the DAISY Award represents. I’ll never forget the way she cared for me during such a vulnerable time. She made a difficult experience more bearable and left a lasting impact on both my wife and me.
Through our conversations, we learned she began her career in mental health before becoming a nurse, and I believe that background is part of what makes her care so exceptional. She has a rare gift for reading the room, calming anxieties, and offering support that goes beyond medical needs. I have a history of severe anxiety and had a traumatic hospital experience about 18 months ago during a separate procedure. Needless to say, I came into this hospital stay carrying a lot of emotional weight. Laura consistently met me where I was, emotionally and physically.
When I was overwhelmed or fearful, she talked me through it with empathy, helping me reframe my thoughts and reminding me of the truths I needed to hear. Her presence alone brought comfort and reassurance. Even during discharge, Laura didn’t just check off a list; she made sure the transition home was smooth and stress-free. When my discharge medications were called into the hospital pharmacy, she personally walked my wife down to the pharmacy, waited with her, and walked her back to my room so she wouldn’t get lost. That level of thoughtfulness and care isn’t something you can train; it comes from the heart. Laura embodies everything the DAISY Award represents. I’ll never forget the way she cared for me during such a vulnerable time. She made a difficult experience more bearable and left a lasting impact on both my wife and me.
Thank you, Laura, for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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