August 2020
Mary
Montgomery
,
BSN, RN
Joint Center
University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
Topeka
,
KS
United States
When I was admitted I was placed in a room that brought back memories of a previous difficult hospitalization. I thought I would be okay but once my family left, I began to panic. I called my nurse who sat at my bedside, listened to my story, was reassuring, and immediately made arrangements for another room. Once I was moved, this nurse stayed with me until I felt comfortable. She continued to check on me frequently, always had a smile, and explained everything well. Mary Beth is a compassionate, caring, and knowledgeable professional who individualizes the care given, is a strong advocate for her patients, and is respected by providers and other members of the healthcare team.