I was transported by squad to Geauga ER. I was very sick and getting sicker. I was greeted by Nurse Tompkins when I arrived. I want to share with you my observation of this young man as a nurse. 

Stefan had this quiet, reassuring voice with which he spoke to me as they were quickly trying to evaluate what was going on with me. He explained everything to my family and me throughout. Many would say that this was nothing special, and that should be expected of an ER nurse. However, this Nurse goes above and beyond to care for his patients, that is quite clear. 

He was not only kind, compassionate, and understanding to me, but it was the manner in which he went about caring for me. He leaned over and spoke softly in my ear when I was becoming more and more uncomfortable and irritable and gently touched my hand while doing so. He made me feel that despite being a full ER that day, that I was his only patient.  While he went about seeing tests were ordered, blood drawn, and so on, he kept my family informed as well. While I became more and more out of my head he was there quickly when summoned by my family to address whatever issue had come up. 

In a world where it seems people do not care about one another, this young talented Nurse showed that there are people who do care. There are people who reach out with the human touch at a time when someone is in great need. He offered that along with comforting words and his talent as an ER Nurse. 

Throughout my life, I have had contact with dozens of nurses, and without a doubt, Stefan Tompkins, RN, is the best I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He is a very special Nurse and person. If I or my family ever have to go to Geauga ER, I hope he would be our Nurse. He is a gem! You are lucky to have such an excellent Nurse on staff.