Kaitlin Hubbert, RN, Intensive Care Unit, became the 89th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY award during a ceremony on October 10, 2023.
She was nominated by the family of a man for whom she provided end-of-life care:
“Kaitlin Hubbert was a rock for my family. She has a peaceful strength to her that reassured my family that my dad was in competent, compassionate and pragmatic hands. She spoke to my dad in his last days with humor and treated him with such dignity. She answered all our questions and guided us along the painful process of saying good-bye.”
“I have never been so touched by another person's kindness in my 53 years on this planet and will never forget it. People like Kaitlin might not ever know how their actions impact others but I am a better person for having crossed paths with her. Words can't thank you enough Kaitlin, but I can only hope they help remind you of the power you hold to heal throughout your years.”
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 everywhere 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.