I had open heart surgery in June this year, and after an initial good recovery, I unfortunately got endocarditis, which has seen me have a 6-week stay in Dryden ward. I must say I nearly didn’t nominate anyone as the whole team in here is amazing; however, reading the title again, extraordinary, it has come home to me!

Yuan Yuan has a beautiful aura, which makes her instantly likable. She is always cheery, even on the toughest of days, and never fails to make me laugh, even on my down days. She offered me support, compassion, and amazed me with her knowledge of all things nursing and beyond. I looked forward to her shift, knowing we would have a highly organised day full of caring.

I don’t think I have ever seen anyone work so hard for a full 10-hour shift, often cutting short any rest break she may have. This is not just above me; Yuan Yuan gives equal care and attention to each and every patient on her ward. I’m sure her positivity has aided many recoveries. If I could bottle what Yuan Yuan has, I would be a very rich lady. I will miss her when I go home!