Bruce D Decker
May 2025
Bruce D
Decker
,
RN
Med Surg
Banner Washakie Medical Center
Worland
,
WY
United States

 

 

 

He is a caregiver, a companion, and a source of strength when it is needed most.
With Bruce, a clear theme shines through. His unwavering kindness, compassion, and remarkable ability to form genuine, heartfelt connections with patients and their families. One family member shared that Bruce formed a unique bond with her husband during a difficult time. They would laugh together and joke about both being bald, a small but meaningful connection that brought smiles in the midst of hardship. “He makes him smile, and that's worth a million dollars,” she wrote.

Another family member spoke of Bruce’s exemplary care for her elderly father, a war veteran. She expressed that, despite having experience in many hospitals, she had never witnessed such a high level of professionalism and compassion. Bruce supported her through this challenging time by sharing personal stories and poetry, treating her father with great honor and integrity. His kindness and understanding made a very stressful period significantly easier for both father and daughter.

A third patient described Bruce’s consistent compassion and calm presence. The patient’s husband recalled how Bruce was always pleasant and helpful, providing comfort not only to his wife but to him as well, especially during a moment when he was emotionally lost. “He helped me through some hard thoughts,” he wrote. “A man full of compassion and care for all around him.”

Bruce’s impact goes far beyond clinical care. He brings comfort, respect, and humanity to every interaction. He is a caregiver, a companion, and a source of strength when it is needed most.