Deonca Rena Smith
November 2025
Deonca Rena
Smith
,
RN
Family Birthing Center
Columbus Regional Healthcare System
Whiteville
,
NC
United States
Rena truly went above and beyond in caring for me. From the moment she walked into my room, her warm smile and gentle spirit made me feel at ease. She took the time to explain everything in a way I could understand and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. What stood out most was how genuinely she cared. She didn't just treat me like a patient; she treated me like a person.

Even on her busiest days, she never made me feel like a burden. She checked on me often, listened when I was worried, and showed such compassion and patience. Her kindness made a difficult time so much easier, and I will never forget the comfort and reassurance she gave me. She truly made a difference in my healing and deserves this recognition for the incredible care she provides.

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Rena provided my mother with excellent care during her stay. From the very beginning, she took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure we understood each step of the process. Her kindness, patience, and compassion truly stood out. She treated my mother with genuine care and respect, always checking in to make sure she was comfortable and at ease.

No matter how busy she was, she never made us feel rushed and always had a calm, reassuring presence. Her professionalism, along with her warm and caring nature, made a difficult time much easier for our family. We are so grateful for the level of care she provided; it went above and beyond what we expected. She is truly deserving of this recognition through the DAISY Award.