My 53-year-old husband was a patient for 4 months. There were many ups and downs during his stay. I have never been through an ordeal as serious as this. During this time, Tamra was always available to me. She was willing to share her experience with me. She always made sure I understood the care my husband was getting. She made sure I was able to be involved with his care because she could see that I needed to help be his caregiver. She explained trach care to me. Showed me how to properly turn him.
My husband was in a lethargic state and could not respond. She always addressed him when she was caring for him. It was very important to her that she get to know him. She asked one day, "What was he like before he got sick?" That meant so much because she wants to know her patients. He went several days where he did not respond and then the day he started to respond, she cried tears of joy with me.
Tamra was always ready to give a hug, say a prayer, or even bring me a snack. Her love for patients and their families is so evident. She always took the time to make us feel important and cared for. She is very diligent with patient care. She questioned the doctor about his medicine and got doses changed to help his response. I can continue to sing her praises. She is a true DAISY Nurse.