Cabinet Peaks' Smith chosen as inaugural winner of DAISY award
In a momentous celebration held Nov. 15 at the Acute Care nurses’ station, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center proudly recognized the outstanding contributions of Kurtis Smith, RN, as the inaugural recipient of The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®.
This prestigious accolade is part of a program newly implemented by Chief Nursing Officer Tonya Teegardin to acknowledge and celebrate the exceptional care provided by nurses within the organization.
The DAISY Award, established by The DAISY Foundation in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, is a symbol of gratitude for the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care that makes a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Smith, RN, was selected for this honor based on his unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care, embodying the qualities of an extraordinary nurse.
Kurtis was presented with a certificate commending him as an "Extraordinary Nurse," along with a DAISY Award pin. The award ceremony marked a significant moment for CPMC, highlighting the dedication and compassion exhibited by nurses in the pursuit of the organization's PROMISE standards.
Bonnie Barnes, Co-Founder of The DAISY Foundation, said, "The kind of work the nurses at CPMC are called on to do every day epitomizes the purpose of The DAISY Award.”
Nominations for The DAISY Award may come from patients, families and colleagues, with the recipient chosen by a committee at CPMC. The Foundation extends its recognition beyond individual nurses, expressing gratitude to the nursing profession internationally through various awards and grants, including Nurse-led Teams, Nurse Leaders, Nurses Advancing Health Equity and more.
Teegardin commented, “We are proud to be among the healthcare organizations participating in The DAISY Award program. Nurses go above and beyond every day. It’s important that our nurses know their work is highly valued and The DAISY Foundation provides a way for us to do that.”
For more information about The DAISY Foundation and its programs, please visit http://DAISYfoundation.org.