The DAISY Foundation

Do you know an exceptional nurse leader or clinical nurse whose work embodies compassion, ethics, and leadership in nursing? Now’s your chance to honor them! The ANA DAISY Awards for Ethics in Nursing Practice and Leadership celebrate nurses who demonstrate ethical excellence in every aspect of their care. Learn more and nominate today: https://lnkd.in/grrUVTeB

Celebrate 25 years of "Shining the Light on All the Right"! The Anniversary Edition of our book shares the DAISY story as well as new chapters and nursing stories. Order now and celebrate with us the art of nursing around the world! Order today: https://lnkd.in/gR-6uuD

We are thrilled to announce that the Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT) has presented its first DAISY Award to Sheila Alston! We’re proud to partner with AMAT and celebrate this important milestone by recognizing Sheila’s exceptional contributions and compassionate care. We look forward to many more exciting collaborations in the future! Read Sheila’s nomination here: https://lnkd.in/gygrZGY5

Calling all DAISY Honorees! Are you planning a medical mission soon? We’re offering a grant of up to $1,500 to help with your mission. This is your chance to continue making a difference around the world. The deadline is today at the end of the day! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gCRx7_5i

Today, we would like to highlight DAISY Honoree Delena Mitchell! A patient’s family wrote the nomination for Delena saying they were blessed to be surrounded by a compassionate team of caregivers, but Delena left a lasting impact. Delena was not directly assigned to the patient but expressed empathy and dedication to the patient and her family. She introduced the family to bereavement kits and helped create fingerprint bracelets that the family says they’ll cherish forever. Delena also gifted the family a box filled with comforting mementos, including a teddy bear that the patient held in her final days. Delena’s kindness made an incredibly difficult time a little better for this family. Thank you, Delena, for all you did for this family. Congratulations on being a DAISY Honoree. Read Delena’s nomination story here: https://lnkd.in/gceZnHXW

Time is running out to recognize a nurse leader who’s transforming health policy to improve patient care. The HealthImpact DAISY Nurse Leader Award in Policy celebrates nurses who bring compassion into healthcare policy. All licensed nurses are eligible. The deadline is September 30th! Honor a nurse making a difference—nominate today! https://lnkd.in/gZZ6PaWZ

Now Available! Celebrate 25 years of honoring nurses with the Anniversary Edition of our book, Shining the Light on All the Right! Written by our co-founders, Mark & Bonnie Barnes, this special edition dives deep into the story of DAISY and the art of nursing around the world. New chapters and heartfelt nursing stories make this a must-have for your collection. Available now for just $13 S&H. This exclusive price won’t last, so order your copy today: https://lnkd.in/gR-6uuD

We're thrilled to join AARP to honor amazing nurses! With your help, we can extend gratitude and appreciation through DAISY nominations. Let's shine a spotlight on nurses! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-AgDBWD https://lnkd.in/efrnHYvq

Twenty DAISY Honorees were recently selected to receive a Healing Hands Conference Grant. With this grant they are able to attend a conference of their choice. This benefit is offered annually to all DAISY Honorees. Learn more about this opportunity and the latest recipients here: https://lnkd.in/guvnNCxs

Today, we would like to highlight DAISY Honoree Paul Longoria. This nomination was submitted by a family whose son O was born with a critical heart defect. Their story starts in 2018 when they spent 9 months in the CICU at Texas Children's Hospital. Without family nearby, the staff became like family, and Paul Longoria, one of O's nurses, holds a very special place in this family’s hearts. During this family’s tough days Paul’s kindness, hard work, and constant check-ins meant the world to them. When O returned for another surgery in 2022, Paul was there again, providing care and support during O’s long wait for a heart transplant. Paul not only cared for O but also advocated fiercely for his best treatment. His dedication and friendship with O grew stronger every day, even earning him the title of O’s “favorite nurse.” O was so inspired by Paul that he dressed up as him for Halloween, proudly calling himself a “super special nurse: Misser Paul.” Paul's unwavering care and commitment to this family will always be remembered, and they are forever grateful for his impact on O’s journey. Thank you, Paul, for everything you’ve done for this family. Congratulations on being a DAISY Honoree! Read Paul's nomination story here: https://lnkd.in/gVSqJhZQ