Reese M Edwards
February 2026
Reese M
Edwards
,
BSN,RN
2 Tower
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
Lake Charles
,
LA
United States
Reese’s careful attention and rapid response prevented our mother from being readmitted and quite literally saved her life in that moment.
We are submitting this nomination to recognize Reese for the extraordinary compassion, attentiveness, and advocacy she provided to our mother and to our family during her hospitalization. Reese demonstrated what true nursing excellence looks like, and her actions made a profound and lasting impact on us.
During the process of discharge, Reese noticed that our mother seemed short of breath. Instead of assuming everything was fine, she trusted her clinical instincts and immediately ordered an X‑ray. It was discovered that our mother had fluid in her lung that required urgent drainage. Reese’s careful attention and rapid response prevented our mother from being readmitted and quite literally saved her life in that moment. She explained everything clearly, calmed our fears, and remained patient, kind, and reassuring throughout the entire experience. Her vigilance and expertise were a comfort to all of us.
In addition to her clinical skill, Reese saw our mother as a whole person. Our mother had been suffering severe back pain in her hospital bed for weeks. Despite others being unable to secure a bariatric bed, Reese personally took the time to advocate for her and finally obtained one, along with a larger room to improve her comfort and dignity. This act alone significantly lifted our mother’s spirits and eased her suffering. Reese’s compassion was evident in every interaction.
From the patient’s own words: “Reese saved my life. She brought me comfort when no one else could, and she saw what others overlooked. Thank you, Reese.”
Although our mother passed away after leaving the hospital, we will forever remember how Reese treated her with patience, dignity, and genuine kindness. She cared not only for our mother’s medical needs but also for her humanity and for our family’s emotional well‑being during an incredibly difficult time.
Reese is a true hero to our mother and to us. Her attention to detail, her advocacy, her empathy, and her unwavering dedication reflect the very heart of nursing. We are deeply grateful for everything she did.
Thank you, Reese, for embodying what the DAISY Award stands for.
During the process of discharge, Reese noticed that our mother seemed short of breath. Instead of assuming everything was fine, she trusted her clinical instincts and immediately ordered an X‑ray. It was discovered that our mother had fluid in her lung that required urgent drainage. Reese’s careful attention and rapid response prevented our mother from being readmitted and quite literally saved her life in that moment. She explained everything clearly, calmed our fears, and remained patient, kind, and reassuring throughout the entire experience. Her vigilance and expertise were a comfort to all of us.
In addition to her clinical skill, Reese saw our mother as a whole person. Our mother had been suffering severe back pain in her hospital bed for weeks. Despite others being unable to secure a bariatric bed, Reese personally took the time to advocate for her and finally obtained one, along with a larger room to improve her comfort and dignity. This act alone significantly lifted our mother’s spirits and eased her suffering. Reese’s compassion was evident in every interaction.
From the patient’s own words: “Reese saved my life. She brought me comfort when no one else could, and she saw what others overlooked. Thank you, Reese.”
Although our mother passed away after leaving the hospital, we will forever remember how Reese treated her with patience, dignity, and genuine kindness. She cared not only for our mother’s medical needs but also for her humanity and for our family’s emotional well‑being during an incredibly difficult time.
Reese is a true hero to our mother and to us. Her attention to detail, her advocacy, her empathy, and her unwavering dedication reflect the very heart of nursing. We are deeply grateful for everything she did.
Thank you, Reese, for embodying what the DAISY Award stands for.