I have had the privilege of working alongside Holly for many years in the NICU, and she has always been an inspiration to work with. Her compassion, quick thinking, and dedication to both her patients and their families are truly remarkable.

One day, while she was visiting, Holly stopped by to say hello. During her visit, a baby in the Mother-Baby unit suddenly turned blue and needed immediate intervention. The baby’s mother was overwhelmed with fear. Understandably, she was distraught and struggling to cope as her baby needed urgent medical attention. Without hesitation, Holly stepped in, not only as a skilled NICU nurse but as a compassionate presence for this grieving mother. She wrapped her in a comforting embrace, offering reassurance and support so that we could focus on stabilizing the baby. Thanks to her presence, we were able to provide the life-saving care needed before transferring the baby to St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital. I was incredibly grateful to Holly that day. She had just come by to say hello, yet in an instant, she instinctively shifted into NICU nurse mode to help me, all while I was managing care for two other babies. Her ability to balance clinical expertise with deep empathy is what makes her an extraordinary nurse. Holly is truly a compassionate and loving soul.