April 2026 Honoree
NICU Reunion Committee - First Quarter 2026
Jessica Nezat, RN • Ian Conlee, RN • Danielle Patro, RN • Elyse Cary, RN • Meaghan Steckler, RN • Nursing Management: • Katherine Comeaux, RN • Mandy Broussard, RN • Heidi Bourgeois, RN • Nichole Nelson, RN • Kayla Bonin, RN • Marketing: • Sarah Vincent
The NICU Reunion Committee is a multidisciplinary team dedicated to planning and executing the annual NICU reunion, an event that reconnects former patients, families, and staff. This team works year-round to organize a meaningful experience that celebrates the resilience of NICU graduates. Committee efforts include coordinating logistics, securing resources, organizing activities, and ensuring that every detail contributes to a welcoming and supportive environment for families who have experienced the NICU journey.
The willingness of this team to invest the time and energy, on top of their regular clinical responsibilities, demonstrates a profound dedication to extending care beyond the bedside and into the lives of the families they serve. For the families, the reunion provides a space to feel seen, valued, and remembered. For the staff, the reunion serves as a powerful reminder of the purpose behind their work.
The NICU Reunion Committee embodies the essence of the DAISY Award through teamwork, compassion, and a deep commitment to patient- and family-centered care. Their work transforms lives by creating meaningful connections that extend far beyond the NICU stay. Their dedication ensures that every family knows they are not forgotten and that their journey matters. This team consistently goes above and beyond to bring hope, healing, and joy to the families they serve.
The willingness of this team to invest the time and energy, on top of their regular clinical responsibilities, demonstrates a profound dedication to extending care beyond the bedside and into the lives of the families they serve. For the families, the reunion provides a space to feel seen, valued, and remembered. For the staff, the reunion serves as a powerful reminder of the purpose behind their work.
The NICU Reunion Committee embodies the essence of the DAISY Award through teamwork, compassion, and a deep commitment to patient- and family-centered care. Their work transforms lives by creating meaningful connections that extend far beyond the NICU stay. Their dedication ensures that every family knows they are not forgotten and that their journey matters. This team consistently goes above and beyond to bring hope, healing, and joy to the families they serve.
Thank you for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
View More Honorees