Nurse Suhr and Nurse Ford Receive WCHS’s Daisy Award
February 27, 2024
Winnebago, NE – Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System is thrilled to announce that Pediatric RN Makenna Ford and Case Manager RN LaShayna Suhr have been honored as the recipients of the FY24Q2 DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses. Yesterday, WCHS hosted an awards ceremony to honor these nurses and their service to our patients and relatives.
Established in 1999 by the family of Patrick Barnes, the DAISY Foundation celebrates the exceptional care provided by nurses. Inspired by the compassion and kindness they experienced during Patrick's illness, the Barnes family initiated the DAISY Award® to express gratitude for the remarkable dedication of nurses.
Selected from a pool of highly deserving candidates by our esteemed DAISY committee, Makenna Ford and LaShayna Suhr stood out for their unwavering commitment to excellence in nursing. Described by their nominators as consistently providing exceptional care, Makenna and LaShayna exemplify empathy, skill, and dedication in their respective roles, ensuring the well-being and comfort of their patients.
At a heartfelt awards ceremony held on Monday, February 26, Makenna and LaShayna were surprised and deeply honored in the presence of their peers and leadership. "In a pool of esteemed candidates, Makenna Ford and LaShayna Suhr emerged as shining examples of excellence in nursing. Their unwavering commitment to exceptional care, as described by their nominators, is a testament to their profound empathy, skill, and dedication. Makenna and LaShayna epitomize the spirit of nursing, ensuring the well-being and comfort of their patients with every interaction." said Sara McIntosh, Chief Nursing Officer.
This recognition program, born from a simple expression of gratitude, has evolved into a global movement embraced by healthcare organizations worldwide. WCHS remains dedicated to celebrating and honoring the exceptional efforts of nurses like Makenna Ford and LaShayna Suhr, who embody the spirit of compassion and excellence in patient care.