September 2021 Honoree
Marissa Wuethrich, RN
This nurse was concerned about my concerns and tried to keep me calm and communicate with me. I have an issue with a med that makes you relax, stay awake and not know (Versed). I then addressed the issue with the RN and anesthesiologist. Marissa went from bringing me from the floor on a Sunday, listened, and addressed my concerns. She went into the OR with me because she knew how I was becoming more anxious as time grew closer. Then when in there (OR) I cried and she talked me to sleep holding my mask and reassuring me all will be okay. After surgery is where I have concerns about receiving Versed. She made sure that she stayed calm and allowed no one else to speak to me until she was sure I was fully awake. She went above and beyond and she should be honored as the Great Nurse she is!! One can only strive to be so passionate.
Thank you, Marissa, for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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