A characteristic of a good nurse is one that shows empathy to each patient, making a true effort to put themselves in their patient's shoes. Nurse Bobbi does exactly that. The ICU is undoubtedly the most challenging floor to work on, and it takes a dedicated and passionate person to do the job and do it as selflessly as Nurse Bobbi.

I met her when I was brought in for a procedure to remove a blood clot that nearly took my life. Unable to do anything for myself, embarrassed and alone with absolutely no family around, nurse Bobbi was there. She showed up as a friend, a professional, and a sister. I felt seen, heard, and understood.

It takes a special person to wholeheartedly embrace a complete stranger and literally hold her hand through the most difficult time of her life. She is empathetic, treats her patients as people, and focuses on a person-centered approach rather than strictly following routine guidelines. She thoroughly explains all questions without judgment and rushes to help her colleagues on the unit without hesitation. I will be discharged soon, and the goal is to never return to the ICU again, but I pray every floor has a “nurse Bobbi” and that every patient gets to experience the magic that is Bobbi Stewart.