Laura E
Stevens
May 2026
Laura E
Stevens
,
MS, RN, OCN
University of North Georgia; Department of Nursing
Dahlonega
,
GA
United States
She goes above and beyond to ensure we not only understand material but also feel inspired to become compassionate, skilled nurses ourselves.
Laura Stevens has served as faculty in the Department of Nursing at the University of North Georgia since 2017. Ms. Stevens was nominated for a DAISY Nurse Educator award by several nursing students who value Ms. Stevens' commitment to educating nurses who are prepared to serve.
As one nominator described, "Ms. Stevens truly embodies the heart and spirit of nursing through the way she cares so deeply for each of her students. She goes above and beyond to ensure we not only understand material but also feel inspired to become compassionate, skilled nurses ourselves. Her dedication to our success is evident in the time, patience, and encouragement she gives every day, always recognizing the hard work and sacrifices it takes to pursue nursing as a career. Because of her unwavering commitment, kindness, and uplifting personality, she is more than deserving of the DAISY award."
As one nominator described, "Ms. Stevens truly embodies the heart and spirit of nursing through the way she cares so deeply for each of her students. She goes above and beyond to ensure we not only understand material but also feel inspired to become compassionate, skilled nurses ourselves. Her dedication to our success is evident in the time, patience, and encouragement she gives every day, always recognizing the hard work and sacrifices it takes to pursue nursing as a career. Because of her unwavering commitment, kindness, and uplifting personality, she is more than deserving of the DAISY award."