A new nurse, with seven-months on the job, became Blessing Hospital’s 104th DAISY Award winner during a ceremony on January 29, 2025, for her extraordinary nursing care.
Abigail Tranor, 3 North surgical unit, was nominated by the husband of a patient for whom she provided care:
“Abigail was always cheerful and upbeat, completely professional in her behavior and courteous enough to answer questions that I had. She worked as if she realized what she was doing was her calling, to meet the needs of this patient right now, not simply fulfilling job requirements. I have rarely sensed such feeling watching a nurse. Abigail was truly a blessing to my wife and made her stay much better.”
DAISY stands for “Diseases Attacking the Immune System.” The family of a 33-year-old man, who died of an immune system disorder, began the program in 1999 to honor his memory by recognizing extraordinary nurses who make a difference in the lives of people by the work they do every day. More than 5,400 healthcare providers and nursing education programs worldwide participate in the DAISY Award program.
DAISY award nomination forms are located on all nursing units throughout Blessing Hospital and on the internet at blessinghealth.org/recognize.