Elizabeth J Eng
October 2023
Elizabeth J
Eng
,
BSN, RN
Observation Unit
Premier Health-Miami Valley Hospital
Dayton
,
OH
United States
She is an amazing advocate for this special group and has heightened the awareness of her nursing peers and interprofessional partners it to draw attention to the health disparities of people with intellectual disability.
Liz was just coming on for her shift when we had an emergency; and without hesitation, she immediately came in the room (of my patient). She assisted me in getting medications for the patient and speaking with the physician. What amazed me most was how she calmed the patient even going as far as to sing to him while going about doing her job. This was not even going to be her patient, but she took the time to help me with this situation as a team leader. Liz was going to have her own team that night and I was afraid it would put her way behind, but it did not seem to bother her. She was such a calming force for me and my patient. Liz is always great to work with, and this really stood out to me. She is someone whom I will try to emulate the skill and compassion she demonstrated to me, and I want to pay that forward. In my opinion, this is the ultimate example of what teamwork is all about.
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When my nurse was pulled to another unit, I was a little anxious about having another nurse, and then in walks Liz. The first thing I noticed was her smile and cheerful disposition which completely put me at ease, not having had her as my nurse before. She stepped up to the plate and made sure that I had everything I needed, even the little things like ice water, which I preferred to take with my medications. I could tell that she is a true blue team player and nurse. She was so exceedingly kind and compassionate and explained all my care in such a manner that made me feel so comfortable. I was having a lot of trouble breathing because of congestion, and she gave me medication to help clear it up. Liz checked on me frequently to make sure that the medication was giving me relief, which it was. I am so thankful that when she came in each time, her genuine and caring concern for my well-being never wavered. Thank you, Liz, for your dedication, commitment, and choosing to be a nurse, which makes a difference for patients like me.
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Elizabeth has been instrumental in improving the lives and health of those who live with intellectual disability and cognitive impairment. She is an amazing advocate for this special group and has heightened the awareness of her nursing peers and interprofessional partners it to draw attention to the health disparities of people with intellectual disability. Every single person really can make a difference by learning how to adjust their care and communication to effectively address the needs of the individual they are caring for. (And Premier is celebrating Disability Awareness this month, so the timing is perfect!)
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When my nurse was pulled to another unit, I was a little anxious about having another nurse, and then in walks Liz. The first thing I noticed was her smile and cheerful disposition which completely put me at ease, not having had her as my nurse before. She stepped up to the plate and made sure that I had everything I needed, even the little things like ice water, which I preferred to take with my medications. I could tell that she is a true blue team player and nurse. She was so exceedingly kind and compassionate and explained all my care in such a manner that made me feel so comfortable. I was having a lot of trouble breathing because of congestion, and she gave me medication to help clear it up. Liz checked on me frequently to make sure that the medication was giving me relief, which it was. I am so thankful that when she came in each time, her genuine and caring concern for my well-being never wavered. Thank you, Liz, for your dedication, commitment, and choosing to be a nurse, which makes a difference for patients like me.
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Elizabeth has been instrumental in improving the lives and health of those who live with intellectual disability and cognitive impairment. She is an amazing advocate for this special group and has heightened the awareness of her nursing peers and interprofessional partners it to draw attention to the health disparities of people with intellectual disability. Every single person really can make a difference by learning how to adjust their care and communication to effectively address the needs of the individual they are caring for. (And Premier is celebrating Disability Awareness this month, so the timing is perfect!)