Jarrod has impacted patients and families with human spirit and kindness, two tremendous assets to the art of nursing and healing. Jarrod is described by nominators as a gift to nursing. Jarrod brings a deeply felt and examined philosophy that embraces the duality of what it means to be human, honoring both what is unique and what is universal in all those they encounter. Jarrod consistently opens their heart, shares their skills, and allows themselves to be changed through caring for some of our most vulnerable fellow humans.