Joseph Gonzales

I would like to nominate Joseph Gonzales for The DAISY award. 

On 3/11/2010, Joseph exemplified the CHRISTUS Core Values of Compassion and Stewardship when a homeless Veteran passed away while a patient on 3 North. 

Joseph was not working this day, but after hearing of the plight of this American hero, he took it upon himself to contact the VA which in turn gave him the information that he needed to arrange a burial with honors in the Fort Sam Houston Cemetery. 

Joseph did not have to take this extra step; no one will ever miss this patient.  He was homeless and his family had no ties with him, but at one time, he defended our country with all disregard for his own comfort and safety. 

Joseph did not have to take his day off to make phone calls and arrange a proper burial for this veteran, but his compassion and gratitude pushed him to assure that this patient will be remembered by his country.

Joseph displayed dignity, integrity, compassion, stewardship and the very essence of nursing through this selfless act to a man nobody will ever remember. 

I would like to recommend he receive The DAISY Award.