January 2014 Honoree
samira abu raya, RN, BSN, BC, ONCC
These are excerpts from a letter written by the daughter of an oncology patient who passed away in July. The daughter just now was able to write this letter.
"From the start, I always felt a sense of peace and relief knowing dad was in Samira's care. Sure there are wonderful nurses at Good Sam, but I never met anyone like Samira. I'll never forget the way my daddy's eyes both relaxed and lit up upon the sight of her beautiful face. I will always be grateful to her knowing I could go home when I needed to, leaving Daddy in her care. Knowing she would keep him comfortable and safe - all the while preserving what dignity he had left. . . I can say this: He loved Samira specifically, praised her (when he had words), and trusted her with every aspect of his care. . .He would say "awesome", "she is. . .awesome" and I knew he was talking about Samira."
Samira truly left a lasting impression on the family, and they will forever be grateful for the caring and friendship that developed.
"From the start, I always felt a sense of peace and relief knowing dad was in Samira's care. Sure there are wonderful nurses at Good Sam, but I never met anyone like Samira. I'll never forget the way my daddy's eyes both relaxed and lit up upon the sight of her beautiful face. I will always be grateful to her knowing I could go home when I needed to, leaving Daddy in her care. Knowing she would keep him comfortable and safe - all the while preserving what dignity he had left. . . I can say this: He loved Samira specifically, praised her (when he had words), and trusted her with every aspect of his care. . .He would say "awesome", "she is. . .awesome" and I knew he was talking about Samira."
Samira truly left a lasting impression on the family, and they will forever be grateful for the caring and friendship that developed.
Thank you, Samira, for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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