I have been working with Audra Taylor for the last three years. Not only has she been very professional and caring for patients, but she also goes above and beyond the call of duty. She is available even on weekends to ensure our patients are taken care of. One particular patient suffering from a terminal disease has been treated by Audra and requires multiple transfusion and treatments. Audra has been coordinating her care by calling hospitals and ER centers even on weekends to make sure the patients receive the best possible care. I witnessed Audra holding her hand and crying when the patient received disappointing news, and then return to advocate for the patient as a nurse like she always does.
We work in a special unit and serve the most vulnerable population. Sometimes when we clock out and go home, we still worry about them and wonder what else we could have done to alleviate their struggles physically and emotionally. Whoever meets Audra is treated like family and I am honored to see how she much she has grown as a nurse and to work with such an awesome individual. I am proud that she is a part of our team.
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This letter from a patient was written shortly before she passed away:
I was diagnosed with cancer in 2017 and Audra has taken care of me since that time. She is so professional and attentive each time I go to the center. She goes out of her way to make sure I receive the care I need and constantly informs me of my counts and what I need to do. She ensures that I am not in pain and comfortable each visit. Audra is definitely an extraordinary nurse. I can call anytime, and she answers my questions or finds the answer and calls me back. Audra has been a shoulder to cry on as well as a great support for my family during this difficult time.
Without a doubt, Audra is an extraordinary nurse that goes above and beyond what is expected. Thank you, Audra from the bottom of my heart and my family, we love you.