August 2024 Honoree
Sandra Vassell, BSN, RN
On a Friday, I had a cardiac ablation. Sandra was my nurse after I left the PACU and before I was discharged. Sandra is an amazing nurse and person! I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know her and am so happy she took care of me.
Sandra’s nursing skills are outstanding. She knew when to check on me and the steps to take to get me ready for discharge. Sandra gradually provided fluids, Jell-O, and crackers to ensure that I did not get sick or nauseous. I have never had an IV taken out so quickly, and with no pain from the tape being taken off my skin. She had me ready to go to the bathroom the minute my time lying on my back was finished, and that was most appreciated. I was a little concerned about walking around the unit, which I had to do before discharge. But Sandra was there every step of the way and was very encouraging.
I was also nervous about going home, but Sandra explained everything to my husband and me so well and gave us paperwork we could read. She was wonderfully encouraging not only to me but to my husband, who also really liked Sandra. It was the little things that Sandra did that made me feel as if she cared about me and my situation. She is a wonderful nurse and person. If I have surgery again, I would like Sandra to take care of me. She is a gem, and Stormont is so fortunate to have her.
Sandra’s nursing skills are outstanding. She knew when to check on me and the steps to take to get me ready for discharge. Sandra gradually provided fluids, Jell-O, and crackers to ensure that I did not get sick or nauseous. I have never had an IV taken out so quickly, and with no pain from the tape being taken off my skin. She had me ready to go to the bathroom the minute my time lying on my back was finished, and that was most appreciated. I was a little concerned about walking around the unit, which I had to do before discharge. But Sandra was there every step of the way and was very encouraging.
I was also nervous about going home, but Sandra explained everything to my husband and me so well and gave us paperwork we could read. She was wonderfully encouraging not only to me but to my husband, who also really liked Sandra. It was the little things that Sandra did that made me feel as if she cared about me and my situation. She is a wonderful nurse and person. If I have surgery again, I would like Sandra to take care of me. She is a gem, and Stormont is so fortunate to have her.
Thank you, Sandra, for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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