Kimberly Thompson
July 2025
Kimberly
Thompson
,
BSN, RN
MCH
Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center
San Jose
,
CA
United States
Her presence brought a peace that we didn’t even know we needed.
I had the privilege of meeting Kimberly during my NST visits in January, and from the very beginning, her compassion and professionalism stood out. She made every appointment feel personal and reassuring—like I was in the very best hands.
But it was in February, when my induction unexpectedly turned into an emergency C-section, that Kimberly became so much more than just a nurse—she became our anchor in a moment of chaos. In the midst of fear and uncertainty, Kimberly was calm, confident, and steady. She not only cared for me medically, but also emotionally, and was so amazingly supportive. She held my hand as I received anesthesia, stayed by my side, and supported my husband through what could have been an incredibly overwhelming experience.
Her presence brought a peace that we didn’t even know we needed. She was not only incredibly skilled and professional, but her kindness and humanity made all the difference. Kimberly didn’t just do her job—she cared with her whole heart, and that love was felt deeply by both my husband and me.
She truly embodies the spirit of nursing and is a shining example of what the DAISY Award represents. We are forever grateful for her care. Our sweet baby boy is now 5 months old and thriving! Thank you, Kimberly, for making the daunting task of a first birth seem not so scary.
But it was in February, when my induction unexpectedly turned into an emergency C-section, that Kimberly became so much more than just a nurse—she became our anchor in a moment of chaos. In the midst of fear and uncertainty, Kimberly was calm, confident, and steady. She not only cared for me medically, but also emotionally, and was so amazingly supportive. She held my hand as I received anesthesia, stayed by my side, and supported my husband through what could have been an incredibly overwhelming experience.
Her presence brought a peace that we didn’t even know we needed. She was not only incredibly skilled and professional, but her kindness and humanity made all the difference. Kimberly didn’t just do her job—she cared with her whole heart, and that love was felt deeply by both my husband and me.
She truly embodies the spirit of nursing and is a shining example of what the DAISY Award represents. We are forever grateful for her care. Our sweet baby boy is now 5 months old and thriving! Thank you, Kimberly, for making the daunting task of a first birth seem not so scary.