May 2025
Jada
Blackwell
,
MSN, RN
float pool
University Hospital
Mobile
,
AL
United States
She advocated for my mother with the doctors, ensuring that her concerns were addressed and that she was treated with the dignity she deserved.
My late mother had been in and out of hospitals, and the endless cycle of treatments and tests had left her feeling hopeless. At some facilities, she felt like just another number in a system that didn't truly care about her as a person, but not here at USA Health.
One day, my mom was admitted to a hospital for another round of treatment. She was feeling particularly low, overwhelmed by the thought of facing more pain and uncertainty. From the moment Jada walked into my mother's room, there was something different about her. She didn't just see my mother as a patient but as a person who needed comfort and care. Jada took the time to listen, not just about her symptoms but about her fears, her frustrations, and her dreams. One evening, after a particularly tough day of treatment, my mother was feeling utterly defeated. She felt like giving up, believing that all the effort was pointless. Sensing this, Jada sat down beside her and said, "I know this is hard. But you are not alone in this. I'm here with you, and together we'll get through it. You have a strength inside you that's more powerful than you realize." Those words, simple as they were, sparked something in my mother. It was the first time in a long time that she felt seen and heard.
Jada's kindness didn't stop there-she would check on my mother even when she wasn't on the same floor, bringing her small treats and encouraging notes. She advocated for my mother with the doctors, ensuring that her concerns were addressed and that she was treated with the dignity she deserved. Through her compassion, she helped my mother regain a sense of hope. Her consistent presence and unwavering support made all the difference. My mother began to fight back, not just against her illness, but against the despair that had taken hold of her. Now my mother is healthier and living a life she once thought was out of reach. She often reflects on her time in the hospital and knows that Jada played a pivotal role in her recovery. Jada didn't just provide medical care; she gave my mom the emotional strength to keep going when it seemed impossible. This story highlights how the kindness and empathy of a single nurse can make a profound difference in a patient's life, beyond the physical treatment they receive.
One day, my mom was admitted to a hospital for another round of treatment. She was feeling particularly low, overwhelmed by the thought of facing more pain and uncertainty. From the moment Jada walked into my mother's room, there was something different about her. She didn't just see my mother as a patient but as a person who needed comfort and care. Jada took the time to listen, not just about her symptoms but about her fears, her frustrations, and her dreams. One evening, after a particularly tough day of treatment, my mother was feeling utterly defeated. She felt like giving up, believing that all the effort was pointless. Sensing this, Jada sat down beside her and said, "I know this is hard. But you are not alone in this. I'm here with you, and together we'll get through it. You have a strength inside you that's more powerful than you realize." Those words, simple as they were, sparked something in my mother. It was the first time in a long time that she felt seen and heard.
Jada's kindness didn't stop there-she would check on my mother even when she wasn't on the same floor, bringing her small treats and encouraging notes. She advocated for my mother with the doctors, ensuring that her concerns were addressed and that she was treated with the dignity she deserved. Through her compassion, she helped my mother regain a sense of hope. Her consistent presence and unwavering support made all the difference. My mother began to fight back, not just against her illness, but against the despair that had taken hold of her. Now my mother is healthier and living a life she once thought was out of reach. She often reflects on her time in the hospital and knows that Jada played a pivotal role in her recovery. Jada didn't just provide medical care; she gave my mom the emotional strength to keep going when it seemed impossible. This story highlights how the kindness and empathy of a single nurse can make a profound difference in a patient's life, beyond the physical treatment they receive.