Patricia Shuey
December 2025
Patricia
Shuey
,
BSN, RN
PCU Cardiac - 6EW
Banner University Medical Center Tucson
Tucson
,
AZ
United States
Her commitment to cardiothoracic surgical intermediate care patients is unmatched, and she continues to provide hands-on care simply because she loves serving others.
For more than 43 years, this remarkable nurse has dedicated her career to caring for patients at the bedside, an accomplishment that speaks to her extraordinary passion for nursing. Her commitment to cardiothoracic surgical intermediate care patients is unmatched, and she continues to provide hands-on care simply because she loves serving others.
A Bachelor-prepared nurse and respected leader within our hospital, she ensures that her unit’s voice is represented and that evidence-based practices guide our work. Her leadership is evident in the many committees she serves on, including Peer Review, Clinical Practice, Hospital-Acquired Infection, Opioid Safety, Rapid Response/Code Blue, Palliative Care Dyad, and Bereavement. She inspires excellence, compassion, and professional growth, encouraging colleagues to participate in projects that elevate patient care.
As a charge nurse, she is known for staying until every need is met and every patient is safe—her standard of “nothing less than perfect” sets the tone for the entire unit. As a preceptor, she excels in patient safety, mentoring, development, and role-modeling professional nursing practice. Her contributions have been recognized with multiple awards throughout her career, including the Contribution to Profession award.
Her Associate Director captured her impact best: “Congratulations on 43 years of nursing! What an outstanding accomplishment, and most remarkably, you continue to contribute to upholding and improving the nursing standard of care every day. Thank you for all you do and continue to do!”
She shows unwavering compassion, professionalism, and lifelong dedication. This nurse is a true champion of patient safety and excellence. Her passion for innovation shines through every initiative she leads. As a key member of the Hospital Acquired Infection Committee, she doesn’t just monitor—she actively rounds on patients and implements strategies that prevent CLABSIs, CAUTIs, and other infections. She assisted and created an oxygen administration guide that empowers nurses to deliver care with confidence and clarity.
Her commitment to safety is unmatched. She achieved 100% compliance in Positive Patient Identification and Bar Code Medication.
Administration, setting the gold standard for others. On the Opioid Safety Committee, her leadership in expanding capnography monitoring has significantly reduced opioid-induced respiratory depression, saved lives, and improved outcomes.
Many of her projects have gone system-wide. She goes beyond the expected—researching best practices, driving peer review improvements, and ensuring lessons learned translate into safer care. Her compassion is evident in her work with the Palliative Care Dyad and bereavement committee, where she provides dignity and comfort to patients and families during life’s most difficult moments.
Her vigilance recently prevented a critical supply chain error, reinforcing a culture of safety hospital-wide. She is not only a problem solver but an innovator, a mentor, and a role model. Through her dedication, knowledge, and heart, she inspires all of us to aim higher and deliver the very best for our patients. Her amazing patient care has led to extremely high patient satisfaction scores.
This nurse exemplifies extraordinary compassion and service through her deep commitment to community outreach. She regularly volunteers as a “Chef for a Day” at the Ronald McDonald House, preparing meals that bring comfort, nourishment, and strength to families caring for critically ill children. On her unit, she leads initiatives that lift the spirits of pediatric patients and families, including organizing elaborate prom raffle baskets and coordinating annual Christmas family adoptions. Each year she selects a family in need, purchases food and gifts, and personally wraps and delivers them—ensuring families who are struggling can still experience the joy of the holidays.
Her dedication extends beyond the hospital walls. She volunteers with Wreaths Across America, distributing and placing wreaths at the Marana Veterans Cemetery and sponsoring a wreath annually to honor fallen service members. She also supports Family Life Radio, contributing to their mission of encouraging families and fostering spiritual growth. In addition, she donates to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which provides homes and support for the families of fallen first responders, veterans, and 9/11 heroes.
Her generosity reaches communities in crisis as well; she has provided financial support to Samaritan’s Purse for flood victims and participates in their Christmas Shoebox program each year. Her compassion is equally felt by coworkers and families. As one colleague shared, “Your thoughtfulness made me feel special, and I am honored to continue our work together.” This nurse’s consistent, heartfelt service demonstrates a profound commitment to caring for others— inside and outside the hospital. This nurse exemplifies outstanding leadership and mentorship within the cardiac population.
As a seasoned clinical leader, she consistently demonstrates expertise, compassion, and a commitment to fostering growth among her peers. Her ability to remain calm and provide clear, effective communication during high-stress situations—such as RRTs and code strokes—ensures patient safety and team confidence. Colleagues describe her as approachable, supportive, and empowering. She actively checks in with new nurses, offering guidance, education, and hands-on assistance when needed. Whether helping to medicate a patient during a busy shift or providing advice on complex cases, she creates an environment where nurses feel safe to learn and ask questions.
Her leadership extends beyond routine duties; she ensures positive experiences for staff during challenging transitions, such as floating to new units. Feedback from team members highlights her genuine care and dedication: “I feel safe and empowered working with her,” and “Thank you for making my first float experience a success.” These sentiments reflect her ability to inspire confidence and build trust through mentorship. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and professional development makes her a role model for nursing leadership.
Through her guidance and clinical expertise, she not only strengthens her team but also directly enhances patient outcomes and ensures the highest standard of care. She is the person you want caring for you; the best of the best and the kindest of us all. She has dedicated her life to nursing and is a true leader and mentor!
A Bachelor-prepared nurse and respected leader within our hospital, she ensures that her unit’s voice is represented and that evidence-based practices guide our work. Her leadership is evident in the many committees she serves on, including Peer Review, Clinical Practice, Hospital-Acquired Infection, Opioid Safety, Rapid Response/Code Blue, Palliative Care Dyad, and Bereavement. She inspires excellence, compassion, and professional growth, encouraging colleagues to participate in projects that elevate patient care.
As a charge nurse, she is known for staying until every need is met and every patient is safe—her standard of “nothing less than perfect” sets the tone for the entire unit. As a preceptor, she excels in patient safety, mentoring, development, and role-modeling professional nursing practice. Her contributions have been recognized with multiple awards throughout her career, including the Contribution to Profession award.
Her Associate Director captured her impact best: “Congratulations on 43 years of nursing! What an outstanding accomplishment, and most remarkably, you continue to contribute to upholding and improving the nursing standard of care every day. Thank you for all you do and continue to do!”
She shows unwavering compassion, professionalism, and lifelong dedication. This nurse is a true champion of patient safety and excellence. Her passion for innovation shines through every initiative she leads. As a key member of the Hospital Acquired Infection Committee, she doesn’t just monitor—she actively rounds on patients and implements strategies that prevent CLABSIs, CAUTIs, and other infections. She assisted and created an oxygen administration guide that empowers nurses to deliver care with confidence and clarity.
Her commitment to safety is unmatched. She achieved 100% compliance in Positive Patient Identification and Bar Code Medication.
Administration, setting the gold standard for others. On the Opioid Safety Committee, her leadership in expanding capnography monitoring has significantly reduced opioid-induced respiratory depression, saved lives, and improved outcomes.
Many of her projects have gone system-wide. She goes beyond the expected—researching best practices, driving peer review improvements, and ensuring lessons learned translate into safer care. Her compassion is evident in her work with the Palliative Care Dyad and bereavement committee, where she provides dignity and comfort to patients and families during life’s most difficult moments.
Her vigilance recently prevented a critical supply chain error, reinforcing a culture of safety hospital-wide. She is not only a problem solver but an innovator, a mentor, and a role model. Through her dedication, knowledge, and heart, she inspires all of us to aim higher and deliver the very best for our patients. Her amazing patient care has led to extremely high patient satisfaction scores.
This nurse exemplifies extraordinary compassion and service through her deep commitment to community outreach. She regularly volunteers as a “Chef for a Day” at the Ronald McDonald House, preparing meals that bring comfort, nourishment, and strength to families caring for critically ill children. On her unit, she leads initiatives that lift the spirits of pediatric patients and families, including organizing elaborate prom raffle baskets and coordinating annual Christmas family adoptions. Each year she selects a family in need, purchases food and gifts, and personally wraps and delivers them—ensuring families who are struggling can still experience the joy of the holidays.
Her dedication extends beyond the hospital walls. She volunteers with Wreaths Across America, distributing and placing wreaths at the Marana Veterans Cemetery and sponsoring a wreath annually to honor fallen service members. She also supports Family Life Radio, contributing to their mission of encouraging families and fostering spiritual growth. In addition, she donates to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which provides homes and support for the families of fallen first responders, veterans, and 9/11 heroes.
Her generosity reaches communities in crisis as well; she has provided financial support to Samaritan’s Purse for flood victims and participates in their Christmas Shoebox program each year. Her compassion is equally felt by coworkers and families. As one colleague shared, “Your thoughtfulness made me feel special, and I am honored to continue our work together.” This nurse’s consistent, heartfelt service demonstrates a profound commitment to caring for others— inside and outside the hospital. This nurse exemplifies outstanding leadership and mentorship within the cardiac population.
As a seasoned clinical leader, she consistently demonstrates expertise, compassion, and a commitment to fostering growth among her peers. Her ability to remain calm and provide clear, effective communication during high-stress situations—such as RRTs and code strokes—ensures patient safety and team confidence. Colleagues describe her as approachable, supportive, and empowering. She actively checks in with new nurses, offering guidance, education, and hands-on assistance when needed. Whether helping to medicate a patient during a busy shift or providing advice on complex cases, she creates an environment where nurses feel safe to learn and ask questions.
Her leadership extends beyond routine duties; she ensures positive experiences for staff during challenging transitions, such as floating to new units. Feedback from team members highlights her genuine care and dedication: “I feel safe and empowered working with her,” and “Thank you for making my first float experience a success.” These sentiments reflect her ability to inspire confidence and build trust through mentorship. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and professional development makes her a role model for nursing leadership.
Through her guidance and clinical expertise, she not only strengthens her team but also directly enhances patient outcomes and ensures the highest standard of care. She is the person you want caring for you; the best of the best and the kindest of us all. She has dedicated her life to nursing and is a true leader and mentor!