Spring View Hospital (SVH) is thrilled to announce Renee Daugherty, RN, CMSN, as the latest recipient of the prestigious DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses. Renee, a Registered Nurse in the Family Care Unit, exemplifies dedication, compassion, and excellence in nursing.

Renee goes above and beyond every day, ensuring her patients feel seen, heard, and understood. She takes the time to educate and answer questions for her patients and their families, fostering a sense of trust and confidence in her care. Beyond her patient interactions, Renee is a resource and mentor to her fellow nurses, sharing her knowledge and experience to support her team.

The DAISY Award honors nurses who go above and beyond in delivering compassionate care, as part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize extraordinary nursing efforts.

The DAISY Foundation, a not-for-profit organization based in Glen Ellen, CA, was established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who passed away from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Inspired by the extraordinary care nurses provided Patrick during his illness, the foundation recognizes nurses' significant contributions to patient care.

Patients, families, and colleagues are encouraged to nominate nurses for the DAISY Award, with recipients selected quarterly by SVH’s nurse leadership team. Honorees are celebrated with a special ceremony, a certificate, a DAISY Award® pin, and a hand-carved "A Healer’s Touch" sculpture. The tradition also includes iced cinnamon rolls, a favorite treat of Patrick’s during his illness.

Tonia McCarthy, RN, MSN, Chief Nursing Officer at SVH, shared, “Renee exemplifies the extraordinary compassion and dedication we celebrate with the DAISY Award. Her unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care and supporting her colleagues makes her an invaluable part of our team.”

To learn more about the DAISY Award® or to nominate an extraordinary nurse like Renee, visit SpringViewHospital.com/daisy-award.