Loretta Mack, a dedicated member of the Phoebe Family who began her nursing career at the age of 69, has been awarded the DAISY Award for the Month of April at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (PPMH), recognizing her exceptional care and dedication as an Extraordinary Nurse. 

Multiple patients and their families shared stories of how Loretta’s actions made a significant impact during their hospital visits. One nominator praised Loretta for her ability to balance humor and excellent care, stating, “Miss Loretta went above and beyond during our visit. She went out of her way to reassure my wife and balanced making us laugh while also providing great care.”

Another nominator highlighted Loretta’s caring nature and availability, saying, “She was very caring and always available when my mom needed her. Very knowledgeable and compassionate.”

“Mrs. Mack was one of the nurses I saw daily, and she showed so much concern about me. I really appreciate her. She kept checking in on me,” said another nominator after expressing deep appreciation. The fact that Loretta received four separate DAISY nominations over the last two months highlights her dedication to her patients and the consistency of the extraordinary care she provides.

“She was a very nice nurse and had a great personality. She was always checking on me and asking if I needed anything,” said the fourth nominator.

Although Loretta may be officially new to the nursing profession, she has been caring for people for many years. She is a wonderful example to our younger nurses and is a true inspiration, proving it is never too late to pursue your dreams. We are so fortunate to have Loretta as a member of our nursing team at Phoebe.