Ashley Thoel has proven to go above and beyond for her patients at every opportunity. Specifically, when caring for a very sick patient who was hospitalized all alone without their support system, Ashley personally advocated for her and repeatedly reminded other staff to call an RRT as the patient’s vital signs indicated that she might code. After being ignored a few times Ashley did not give up but instead continued to advocate for the patient and use her knowledge to help the patient. During this time Ashley held the patient’s hand while she was scared and comforted her and waited by her side while RRT and the doctor were notified which I believe ultimately saved this patient's life. As a nursing student, it is hard to believe in your knowledge when others with more experience are telling you not to worry and that you are wrong. Ashley has shown her amazing knowledge, confidence, and true caring heart for others through not only this example but countless others as well. I thank Ashley for inspiring me to never be afraid to advocate for patients and speak up no matter what because a human life is at stake.