June 2026 Honoree
Carolina Reyes, RN, BSN, CCRN
1. “Nurse Carolina provided exceptional care to my younger brother during his time in the ICU. From the moment she became part of his care team, it was clear that she had the best intentions for him and truly wanted the best possible outcome for his health and comfort. She treated him with kindness, compassion, and genuine concern. What meant the most to our family was how she always kept us informed and updated. During such a stressful and heartbreaking time, Nurse Carolina took the time to explain what was happening and answer our questions, which helped us feel more at ease. She never made us feel rushed and always made sure we understood what was going on with our brother’s care. Nurse Carolina’s dedication, empathy, and professionalism made an incredibly difficult situation a little more bearable for our family. She made us feel safe, supported, and confident that our brother was in caring hands. We are deeply grateful for the compassion she showed to both our brother and our entire family.” 2. “Nurse Carolina was one of the kindest and most compassionate healthcare professionals I have ever met. She truly showed me that there are nurses who genuinely love and care deeply about the work they do. While my brother was fighting for his life in the ICU, she went above and beyond to support not only him but our entire family. She consistently made sure we were informed and understood what was happening with my brother’s care. Whenever we had questions, she took the time to answer them to the best of her ability, and if she didn’t have the answer, she made sure to connect us with someone who could help. During procedures such as drawing labs or administering medication, she carefully explained each step of what she was doing. She would even speak to my brother while providing care, explaining what was happening, which was incredibly reassuring for our family. During one of the most difficult moments, when I received heartbreaking news, Nurse Carolina showed extraordinary compassion. She reminded me that I was not alone, offered her support, and comforted me when I fell to my knees. Her kindness, empathy, and dedication meant more to us than words can express. She was truly amazing, and our family will always be grateful for the care and compassion she showed during such a painful time.”
Thank you, Carolina, for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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