Donavan D Tran
September 2024
Donavan D
Tran
,
BSN, RN
Critical Care Services
Providence Portland Medical Center
Portland
,
OR
United States
In those challenging days, Donovan was a beacon of compassion, empathy, and professionalism. His presence was truly a gift, and he was, in every sense, a Superman for my family.
When my sister called to let me know that my dad had been admitted to the emergency room and would be undergoing brain surgery, I immediately began my journey home. Anxiously sitting at my flight gate, I waited for any news. My sister called again to tell me that the surgery went well, but we would have to wait and see how my dad would recover. Before we hung up, she lightened the moment by telling me how my dad, still groggy from surgery, kept referring to one of the nurses as "Superman." This gave us something to smile about during a dark time. A few days later, I learned that this "Superman" was Donovan.
Throughout my dad's stay, Donovan consistently provided exceptional care. Although not fully fluent in my parents' native language, he made a genuine effort to communicate, repeating key information to ensure my parents felt comfortable and understood. His thoughtfulness made a significant difference. Since arriving at the hospital, I saw my dad smile for the first time while talking with Donovan. Donovan was always attentive and available, ensuring my dad's comfort, whether that meant adjusting his pain medication, providing a warm blanket, or simply checking in to see if we needed anything. His positivity and sense of humor brought a much-needed sense of relief to all of us during this challenging time in the ICU.
In those challenging days, Donovan was a beacon of compassion, empathy, and professionalism. His presence was truly a gift, and he was, in every sense, a Superman for my family. For that, we are profoundly grateful.