March 2016
Lorinda
Payne
,
RN
4 Main, Medical-Surgical Unit
Birmingham VA Medical Center
Birmingham
,
AL
United States
Lorinda Payne was nominated by Veteran's wife who stated that "no-one could even begin to compare with Lorinda"—explaining that during their hospital stay, Ms. Payne treated her husband as though he was a relative. Ms. Payne was commended for her kindness and compassion as the patient suffered from dementia and was often confused; her attention to his special needs during a time when he needed it most is what makes Ms. Payne a DAISY Nurse worthy of celebration. On behalf of the Nursing Leadership Team, thank you for your nursing excellence, Ms. Payne and for making our Veterans and their families feel extra special.