Emily Palmiter
October 2025
Emily
Palmiter
,
BSN, RN-BC
General Medicine
Duke Regional Hospital
Durham
,
NC
United States
Her ability to listen, answer questions, and address concerns with such patience and empathy made such a challenging time much more manageable for my family and me.
Emily provided outstanding care and unwavering support during my recent hospital stay and cancer diagnosis. From the moment I arrived on Emily’s floor, she has made a profound impact on my experience. She was not only skilled but also incredibly kind and attentive. Her ability to listen, answer questions, and address concerns with such patience and empathy made such a challenging time much more manageable for my family and me.
One particular instance stands out: Emily took extra time to explain my care in detail, ensuring I fully understood each step and felt comfortable with the process. She offered encouragement and reassurance when I felt anxious, which made a significant difference in the devastating news. Emily went beyond her duties by checking in on me regularly and making sure I was comfortable. Her genuine care and compassion made me feel valued and supported as a person, not just a patient.
Specifically, several times during my stay, Emily went above and beyond her call of duty to waterproof my dressings so that I was able to shower, which she knew was important to me. This was a very time-consuming chore, taking close to 30 minutes or more each time, to ensure I was completely protected. She expressed her willingness each time I asked.
Her positive attitude, professionalism, and empathetic approach transformed some of the most trying days of my life into a much more positive experience. I am deeply grateful for her exceptional care.
One particular instance stands out: Emily took extra time to explain my care in detail, ensuring I fully understood each step and felt comfortable with the process. She offered encouragement and reassurance when I felt anxious, which made a significant difference in the devastating news. Emily went beyond her duties by checking in on me regularly and making sure I was comfortable. Her genuine care and compassion made me feel valued and supported as a person, not just a patient.
Specifically, several times during my stay, Emily went above and beyond her call of duty to waterproof my dressings so that I was able to shower, which she knew was important to me. This was a very time-consuming chore, taking close to 30 minutes or more each time, to ensure I was completely protected. She expressed her willingness each time I asked.
Her positive attitude, professionalism, and empathetic approach transformed some of the most trying days of my life into a much more positive experience. I am deeply grateful for her exceptional care.