For some people, their job is more than a job, it is a calling; that is undoubtedly the case for Terri. She clearly followed her calling and passion by becoming a home health/hospice nurse. She approaches her patients and their families with the gentlest of touches, both physically and figuratively. She arrives every day with a big smile on her face that lifts everyone's spirits. Her excellent nursing skills instill confidence that she is providing the very highest level of care. In our case, Terri took care of our father in his final weeks and treated him like a most cherished family member. She volunteered to work weekends without being asked after we realized she was such a soothing, welcome presence for dad when he was so ill.
We can never adequately express what her professionalism, care, and concern meant to dad and to all of us. She is an example of what all nurses should strive to be and sets a standard of care that is next to none. We will forever cherish her service and we count her as a true angel among us.