Vanessa Robles
February 2025
Vanessa
Robles
,
BSN, RN
8NS - STICU
Banner University Medical Center - Tucson
Tucson
,
AZ
United States

 

 

 

Vanessa facilitated a last date for her patient and spouse in their room, complete with a dozen roses and carrot cake by candlelight.
Vanessa went above and beyond to serve her patient, significant other, and their family, during a difficult time. While transitioning to comfort care, Vanessa worked tirelessly to ensure the patient and her spouse had some precious final moments together, including:

Vanessa collaborated with security, the NICU staff, and family members to ensure her patient was able to see, hold, and love on her newest grandchild, who was discharged from the hospital two days before going on comfort care.

Vanessa wheeled her patient and spouse out to the quiet room to enjoy a final scenic view of the mountain ranges.
 
Vanessa facilitated a last date for her patient and spouse in their room, complete with a dozen roses and carrot cake by candlelight.
 
Vanessa advocated with providers to ensure a smooth transition to comfort care with the least number of interruptions.
 
The family praised Vanessa for her ability to bring some happy, wonderful moments during a difficult time. Thank you, Vanessa, for all that you do!