Natalie Zuniga
May 2024
Natalie
Zuniga
,
RN
12 AYA
University Health Hospiital
San Antonio
,
TX
United States
She always provides clear instructions and guidance to allow for safe and efficient patient care. Under her guidance, our team has become more cohesive and efficient, leading to improved patient outcomes and overall satisfaction.
Natalie Zuniga embodies the very essence of what it means to be an outstanding nurse. Regardless of her role for that day, whether charge or bedside RN, Natalie consistently demonstrates unwavering dedication to her patients, her team, and the nursing profession as a whole. Her leadership style is characterized by compassion, integrity, and selflessness.
One of Natalie's most remarkable qualities is her servant leadership. She always goes above and beyond to ensure the well-being of the patients. For example, I have witnessed Natalie work quickly and efficiently in collaboration with others to ensure newly diagnosed oncology patients are admitted to initiate treatment in a timely manner. This has improved patient outcomes tremendously. Furthermore, whether it's spending extra time at the bedside comforting a frightened patient or triaging admissions, Natalie's dedication to providing exceptional care is truly inspiring.
In addition to her clinical expertise, Natalie is a natural leader who fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment. She actively mentors her colleagues, sharing her knowledge and experience to help them grow both personally and professionally. Even with multiple patients under her care, Natalie always helps her colleagues. I have witnessed Natalie physically sprint across the unit to assist in emergency situations, such as chemotherapy reactions or when patients are clinically unstable. She consistently remains calm and assumes a leadership role in these urgent situations. She always provides clear instructions and guidance to allow for safe and efficient patient care. Under her guidance, our team has become more cohesive and efficient, leading to improved patient outcomes and overall satisfaction.
Furthermore, Natalie's commitment to advocating for her patients is unparalleled. She consistently goes to great lengths to ensure that their voices are heard, and their needs are met. Whether it's addressing concerns with the interdisciplinary team or navigating complex care plans, Natalie approaches each situation with empathy and determination, earning the trust and gratitude of her patients and their families. It is evident that Natalie Zuniga is not only a skilled nurse but also a compassionate servant leader who embodies the values of nursing excellence. Her unwavering dedication to her patients, her team, and the nursing profession makes her more than deserving of the DAISY Award.
One of Natalie's most remarkable qualities is her servant leadership. She always goes above and beyond to ensure the well-being of the patients. For example, I have witnessed Natalie work quickly and efficiently in collaboration with others to ensure newly diagnosed oncology patients are admitted to initiate treatment in a timely manner. This has improved patient outcomes tremendously. Furthermore, whether it's spending extra time at the bedside comforting a frightened patient or triaging admissions, Natalie's dedication to providing exceptional care is truly inspiring.
In addition to her clinical expertise, Natalie is a natural leader who fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment. She actively mentors her colleagues, sharing her knowledge and experience to help them grow both personally and professionally. Even with multiple patients under her care, Natalie always helps her colleagues. I have witnessed Natalie physically sprint across the unit to assist in emergency situations, such as chemotherapy reactions or when patients are clinically unstable. She consistently remains calm and assumes a leadership role in these urgent situations. She always provides clear instructions and guidance to allow for safe and efficient patient care. Under her guidance, our team has become more cohesive and efficient, leading to improved patient outcomes and overall satisfaction.
Furthermore, Natalie's commitment to advocating for her patients is unparalleled. She consistently goes to great lengths to ensure that their voices are heard, and their needs are met. Whether it's addressing concerns with the interdisciplinary team or navigating complex care plans, Natalie approaches each situation with empathy and determination, earning the trust and gratitude of her patients and their families. It is evident that Natalie Zuniga is not only a skilled nurse but also a compassionate servant leader who embodies the values of nursing excellence. Her unwavering dedication to her patients, her team, and the nursing profession makes her more than deserving of the DAISY Award.