Richard Hunt
November 2025
Richard
Hunt
,
RN
Emergency
Petaluma Valley Hospital
Petaluma
,
CA
United States
This simple yet powerful act reflects what nursing care is all about - care without hesitation.
Richard has been honored with the DAISY Award for his outstanding leadership and compassionate care. As an ED lead, Richard demonstrates calmness and professionalism under immense pressure. He supports his staff, teammates, patients, and their families with patience and guidance without hesitation.

He is always willing and ready to step in without hesitation. One evening, Richard noticed a 7-year-old boy in severe pain in our ED waiting room. He knelt down and spoke in a gentle, soothing tone to the child and carried him to a treatment room with compassion and care.

This simple yet powerful act reflects what nursing care is all about - care without hesitation. We are proud to celebrate Richard's dedication and the difference he makes every day!

Congratulations Richard!