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DAISY Awards Given for Great Nursing Care
Congratulations to our newest DAISY Award Recipients. Your compassion and commitment to exceptional care truly make a di erence.
Mason Pittman & Misty Dalme (not pictured Bailee McGee)
Mason Pittman, RN - Med/Surg Unit
“My husband became an inpatient on the Med/Surge unit at NRMC after a fall resulted in an ER visit. I am so thankful that we had Mason Pittman...he was incredibly kind and patient...he went above and beyond in providing excellent patient care. For us, the best possible patient outcome was simply to feel loved and cared for.”
Bailee McGee, RN - LA Extended Care
“My father was moved to LA Ex. Care...dealing with several issues and needing assistance often, Bailee was there to help through every di cult step...keeping my independent minded father comfortable. Bailee showed incredible compassion and respect to him with each visit. She is a very special and compassionate nurse.”
Misty Dalme, RN – Emergency Department Director
DAISY Nurse Leader Award
“Misty is the epitome of sel essness, always putting her patients’ needs rst, no matter the circumstance. Her kindness, thoughtfulness, and unwavering commitment to those she cares for inspire us all. She is always there to support...She is a strong advocate for continuous nursing education...She is a great asset to the entire organization.”
Nurses can be nominated by anyone in the organization — patients, family members, other nurses, physicians, other clinicians and Associates
— who experiences or observes extraordinary compassionate care.
The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award is an international recognition program that honors and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day.
Moving Better.
Living Stronger.
Staying active is one of the best things you
can do for your bones, joints, and muscles. But when joint pain strikes, it’s more than just an inconvenience – it can limit your mobility, a ect your independence, and impact your quality of life.
As we age or face injuries, orthopedic health becomes increasingly important. Innovations in treatment, including robotic-assisted surgery, are helping orthopedic surgeons achieve new levels
of precision, safety and patient satisfaction. This results in patients staying active longer and getting back to doing the things they love.
At NRMC Orthopedic Associates, Dr. Ted Jordan and Dr. Teddy Knatt are experts in their eld and treat everything from fractures and sprains to chronic conditions like arthritis and degenerative joint disease. As specialists in joint replacement surgery, they are helping patients regain strength, mobility, and con dence in their daily lives.
Common signs you may need joint
replacement:
· Severe,dailypaininterferingwithsleep or activity
· Di cultywalking,climbingstairs,orgettingin/ out of chairs
· Littleornorelieffrommedicationsortherapy
If you’re experiencing persistent joint pain, sti ness, swelling, or reduced range of
motion, don’t wait. Call 318.214.5770 today to schedule an orthopedic consultation. Let NRMC Orthopedic Associates help you get back to living a stronger, more active life.
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