Savanah Wagstaff
January 2026
Savanah
Wagstaff
,
BSN, RN
Emergency Department
Intermountain Medical Center
Murray
,
UT
United States
Savannah talked with me, asked about my health history, and listened without judgment.
I came into the emergency room feeling completely miserable, overwhelmed, and in a lot of pain. I’m really medically complicated, and I frequent the emergency room, unfortunately. From the very moment I got a room, Savannah made me feel cared for, safe, and genuinely supported in a way I will never forget.
First, she focused on my comfort, which meant more to me than she probably realized. Savannah brought me warm blankets and an extra pillow, making sure I was comfortable.
Second, she noticed something: the doctor had been gone for longer than expected. Instead of letting time pass or assuming someone else would handle it, she took it upon herself to track him down. Savannah advocated for me before I even had the courage to advocate for myself.
Third, she showed empathy. I’ve always struggled to speak up for myself, especially when it comes to asking for pain medication or admitting how much I’m hurting. Savannah noticed my discomfort without me having to say a word. She didn’t make me feel weak or dramatic; instead, she gently asked if she could request pain relief for me.
Lastly, she created an environment that felt warm, safe, and genuinely human. Savannah talked with me, asked about my health history, and listened without judgment. She took the time to understand what I was experiencing, and she connected with the rest of the care team in a way that made me feel like everyone was truly working with me, not just around me.
Savannah's kindness, attentiveness, and willingness to go above and beyond turned one of my hardest moments into one where I felt supported and understood. I’m so deeply grateful for her, not just for the care she provided, but for the comfort, warmth, and humanity she brought into the room when I needed it the most. It wasn’t just about the blankets; it was the way she placed them gently and checked to see if I was actually feeling better. That small act made me feel like a human being again, not just another patient. Her initiative helped speed up my care and made everything feel more organized and intentional, and in a moment where I felt helpless, that mattered so much. It felt like she saw me, not just my symptoms, and she gave me permission to feel cared for. The conversations she shared, the compassion she showed, and the way she carried herself turned a fearful moment into something I could actually breathe through.
First, she focused on my comfort, which meant more to me than she probably realized. Savannah brought me warm blankets and an extra pillow, making sure I was comfortable.
Second, she noticed something: the doctor had been gone for longer than expected. Instead of letting time pass or assuming someone else would handle it, she took it upon herself to track him down. Savannah advocated for me before I even had the courage to advocate for myself.
Third, she showed empathy. I’ve always struggled to speak up for myself, especially when it comes to asking for pain medication or admitting how much I’m hurting. Savannah noticed my discomfort without me having to say a word. She didn’t make me feel weak or dramatic; instead, she gently asked if she could request pain relief for me.
Lastly, she created an environment that felt warm, safe, and genuinely human. Savannah talked with me, asked about my health history, and listened without judgment. She took the time to understand what I was experiencing, and she connected with the rest of the care team in a way that made me feel like everyone was truly working with me, not just around me.
Savannah's kindness, attentiveness, and willingness to go above and beyond turned one of my hardest moments into one where I felt supported and understood. I’m so deeply grateful for her, not just for the care she provided, but for the comfort, warmth, and humanity she brought into the room when I needed it the most. It wasn’t just about the blankets; it was the way she placed them gently and checked to see if I was actually feeling better. That small act made me feel like a human being again, not just another patient. Her initiative helped speed up my care and made everything feel more organized and intentional, and in a moment where I felt helpless, that mattered so much. It felt like she saw me, not just my symptoms, and she gave me permission to feel cared for. The conversations she shared, the compassion she showed, and the way she carried herself turned a fearful moment into something I could actually breathe through.