I have nothing but thanks and praise for all the nurses, physical trainers, and others who took care of me from Thursday, March 5th to Thursday March 12th in Room 6235. Here is a list of names I remember: Kevin, Rachelle, Brendan, Raquel, Ericka, Winda, Yolanda, Marylee, and Susan. Forgive me for not remembering all those who helped whenever I called with all the things I could not do for myself.

Here's what I would say about your staff in all that I noticed over the week: they were friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, accessible, thorough, and a team. I was sometimes encouraged just watching them help others, because I wasn't as bad off as most of them and I had so many people already praying for me, so I was covered.

Even small things like smiles, a cup of water, a cleanup, taking our food trays, helping us move at times, were huge! I saw them cheer people on. Even if they don't believe in God, God is smiling back at them for He looks on all of us with such favor and love. You are truly his hands, feet, and heart.

I was impressed with how well all of you get along with each other as well. You are such a great team! I could go on and on, but most of all thank you for being there for me when I was less than 100%. I know many of you heard me say "Thank You" a lot, but I really mean it; even if all it is, is doing your job. I hope in some way this thanks you, because I see and God sees.

CVTU Team Members:

Roel Ramos, BSN, RN, CCRN

Connie Evans, MSN, RN, CCRN, CSC

Kevin Ortloff, BSN, RN

Rachelle Maas, RN

Brendan Steffensen, BSN, RN, TNCC

Raquel Karagines, BSN, RN

Ericka Apodaca, RN

Winda Viterbo, BSN, RN

Yolanda Nunez, BSN, RN, CCRN

Marylee Paleracio, BSN, RN, CCRN

Susan Hogan, RN