Nurse Marisa Joseph's colleagues at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) noticed her exceptional focus and care for patients and immediately knew she would be the perfect nominee for the DAISY Award. Nurse Joseph started as a Nursing Assistant while also taking on roles as a Registered Nurse in recent years upon completion of her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

What truly sets Nurse Joseph apart is her dedication to building an inclusive culture across the hospital. Whether on nursing rounds or through unit forums, Nurse Joseph consistently encourages open discussions to improve learning with her fellow colleagues.

We can think of no better embodiment of nursing excellence than Nurse Joseph, who makes all who work alongside her feel welcomed as partners in caring for the community.