Olivia McMahon
September 2024
Olivia
McMahon
,
BSN, RN
Medical Oncology, Infusion Center
Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital
Denver
,
CO
United States
She made me feel seen, heard, and cared for, always listening to my concerns and providing comfort during some of the most challenging moments.
I am honored to nominate my chemotherapy nurse, Olivia McMahon, for exemplifying the core values of clinical excellence, compassionate care, and collaborative partnership. Throughout my treatment, Nurse Olivia consistently delivered safe, high-quality care with precision and attention to detail, ensuring that each aspect of my treatment was handled with the utmost professionalism. What truly sets Nurse Olivia apart is the genuine empathy and compassion she shows to every patient. She made me feel seen, heard, and cared for, always listening to my concerns and providing comfort during some of the most challenging moments. Nurse Olivia treated me not just as a patient but as a person, with respect and kindness, which made all the difference in my journey.
Nurse Olivia demonstrated an unwavering commitment to collaboration, working seamlessly with other healthcare professionals to ensure I received the best possible care. Her dedication to keeping me informed and involved in my treatment plan fostered a sense of partnership that empowered me to face my cancer with confidence. Nurse Olivia truly embodies what it means to be a leader in clinical excellence, compassionate care, and collaborative healthcare. Her actions had a profound impact on my overall experience and well-being during my chemotherapy treatments. Her support and attentive care made what could have been an incredibly stressful and frightening process much more manageable and even comforting.
For example, during one of my early sessions, I was feeling particularly anxious about the side effects of the treatment. Nurse Olivia noticed my discomfort without me having to say a word. She took the time to sit with me, explained what I could expect in a calm and reassuring manner, and even shared tips on managing the side effects effectively. This not only alleviated my immediate fears but also gave me the confidence to approach future treatments with a more positive mindset. Their proactive approach and ability to anticipate my needs made a significant difference in how I coped with the entire process.
Nurse Olivia demonstrated an unwavering commitment to collaboration, working seamlessly with other healthcare professionals to ensure I received the best possible care. Her dedication to keeping me informed and involved in my treatment plan fostered a sense of partnership that empowered me to face my cancer with confidence. Nurse Olivia truly embodies what it means to be a leader in clinical excellence, compassionate care, and collaborative healthcare. Her actions had a profound impact on my overall experience and well-being during my chemotherapy treatments. Her support and attentive care made what could have been an incredibly stressful and frightening process much more manageable and even comforting.
For example, during one of my early sessions, I was feeling particularly anxious about the side effects of the treatment. Nurse Olivia noticed my discomfort without me having to say a word. She took the time to sit with me, explained what I could expect in a calm and reassuring manner, and even shared tips on managing the side effects effectively. This not only alleviated my immediate fears but also gave me the confidence to approach future treatments with a more positive mindset. Their proactive approach and ability to anticipate my needs made a significant difference in how I coped with the entire process.