Shane Singletary, RN, has been recognized by SGMC Health with the prestigious DAISY Award for his exceptional nursing care. Singletary was selected for his compassionate end-of-life care, which touched the heart of a patient’s family member, Tammy Richardson.
Singletary’s dedication and commitment to providing exceptional care were evident in how he handled a difficult situation. In the nomination, Richardson shared the emotional experience of having to make the tough decision to stop life-sustaining measures on her grandmother. After a long and emotional day, Singletary provided incredible support to the family. He treated them with kindness and respect, giving them comfort and reassurance during a difficult time.
At SGMC Health, nurses like Singletary are recognized for going above and beyond in their care. Nominations for the DAISY award are reviewed by a committee based on criteria such as compassion, teamwork, leadership, attitude, and skills. The honorees are celebrated monthly in front of their colleagues, patients, physicians, and visitors.
Each DAISY award recipient receives a certificate acknowledging their exceptional nursing care. They also receive a hand-carved sculpture called A Healer’s Touch, made by artists from the Shona Tribe in Africa. As a special touch, a beautiful floral arrangement of daisies is donated by The Flower Gallery, the local sponsor of SGMC Health’s DAISY Award.
Patients and fellow employees are encouraged to nominate nurses for the DAISY award if they witness exceptional care and dedication. To nominate a deserving nurse