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The DAISY Award
About the Award
Daisy The DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses recognizes the incredible work that nurses do every day. It was established by the DAISY Foundation, a foundation for the elimination of Diseases Attacking the Immune System in memory of J. Patrick Barnes. Mr. Barnes' parents established the foundation in Patrick's memory, because they had experienced first hand the skills as well as the caring and compassion of many nurses.

The award is given monthly to an outstanding nurse in over 24 hospitals across America. Children's Hospital, Boston is proud to be among the recognized hospitals honoring our nurses.

Daisy Award Winner August 2009
Melanie Guigere RN
Melanie is congratulated by her colleagues on 10 South
Melanie Guigere, RN from 10 South, inpatient surgery/transplant unit was the August winner of the Daisy Award. Melanie was selected this month as the winner of the Daisy Award for the great qualities she possesses as a nurse and the wonderful care she delivers to her patients.

The family who nominated her said:

"She is calming, efficient, caring, answers questions, communicates easily and is respectful and empathetic to the parents jus as much as she is to her patients. She truly touched all of us during a very stressful time."

Melanie made a great impression on this family and that is why we?ve selected her as the winner for this month. Congratulations to Melanie!

Nominate a Nurse!
We encourage all patients, families, and staff to nominate a nurse who exhibits extraordinary caring and compassion.

Each month a nominee is selected by the Children's Hospital, Boston Staff Nurse Council, and the winner receives a certificate, plant, sculpture and pin. Additionally, the recipient's department will receive cinnamon buns for all staff.

Get Your Nomination Form Here!
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