Pamela Martin
November 2015
Pamela
Martin
Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Mercy LIFE
Springfield
,
PA
United States
Who has ever said that all a med nurse does is just administer medications? Well, think again. I have seen a very proactive and selfless med nurse named Pamela Martin in action. When I first came to the Hancock Mercy LIFE center about 5.5 months ago to work as an RN, I felt totally alone and the work load was exhausting and overwhelming. Pamela Martin introduced herself to me, welcomed me to the Mercy LIFE family and said to me in a reassuring manner, "Believe it or not, it actually gets easier". To a new employee stumbling around in the dark, these encouraging words were very comforting. She also told me of all the many wonderful services that the Mercy LIFE center offers the elderly.
As I continued stumbling in the dark as a new employee, I took notice of how this kind and conscientious med nurse assisted others. I vividly recall how Pamela assisted me (a 103 lbs nurse) in pushing a wheelchair carrying a 450 pound patient while others stood around watching. Pamela, a tall, but rather thin person herself, sprang into action without giving it a second thought. Together we successfully transported the patient safely.
I have seen Pamela stop from her busy schedule to provide warmth and comfort to our elderly patient by getting sheets and wrapping it around their arms and legs to ensure warmth. These may seem like small gestures but they leave indelible marks of appreciation to those on the receiving end of the discomfort. I have also seen Pamela on several occasions take the initiative to toilet patients during very busy and hectic times at the center. As Pamela has often stated, "No one will ever sit in their own waste while I'm with them". This is a med nurse extraordinaire and her willingness to assist colleagues and patients alike speaks volumes to her understanding of the Mercy Health System Mission Statement.
Just recently a very concerned and frantic CNA came to an RN describing the dilemma of a patient who was experiencing abdominal discomfort from impaction. Pamela overheard the commotion and offered assistance while expressing her experience in the matter. When the RN and Pamela reached the patient, Pamela immediately washed her hands, donned a pair of rubber gloves and got permission from the patient to provide assistance. Pamela palpitated the area identifying the degree of impaction and within 10 minutes and several cups of room temperature water, the patient was relieved of impaction and abdominal discomfort. This is another of many examples of the unconditional assistance provided by Pamela Martin.
At a moment's notice, I have witnessed Pamela take up a collection for an unemployed friend who had lost her mother. Within a few days, Pamela collected $200 which she presented to the friend. Her willingness to outreach and fellowship with those in need is a testament to her character. These selfless acts of kindness should never go unmentioned and warrants respect and recognition. So, whoever thinks that a med nurse only administers medications does not know Pamela Martin, LPN. It gives me great pleasure to nominate this phenomenal colleague for the DAISY Award.
As I continued stumbling in the dark as a new employee, I took notice of how this kind and conscientious med nurse assisted others. I vividly recall how Pamela assisted me (a 103 lbs nurse) in pushing a wheelchair carrying a 450 pound patient while others stood around watching. Pamela, a tall, but rather thin person herself, sprang into action without giving it a second thought. Together we successfully transported the patient safely.
I have seen Pamela stop from her busy schedule to provide warmth and comfort to our elderly patient by getting sheets and wrapping it around their arms and legs to ensure warmth. These may seem like small gestures but they leave indelible marks of appreciation to those on the receiving end of the discomfort. I have also seen Pamela on several occasions take the initiative to toilet patients during very busy and hectic times at the center. As Pamela has often stated, "No one will ever sit in their own waste while I'm with them". This is a med nurse extraordinaire and her willingness to assist colleagues and patients alike speaks volumes to her understanding of the Mercy Health System Mission Statement.
Just recently a very concerned and frantic CNA came to an RN describing the dilemma of a patient who was experiencing abdominal discomfort from impaction. Pamela overheard the commotion and offered assistance while expressing her experience in the matter. When the RN and Pamela reached the patient, Pamela immediately washed her hands, donned a pair of rubber gloves and got permission from the patient to provide assistance. Pamela palpitated the area identifying the degree of impaction and within 10 minutes and several cups of room temperature water, the patient was relieved of impaction and abdominal discomfort. This is another of many examples of the unconditional assistance provided by Pamela Martin.
At a moment's notice, I have witnessed Pamela take up a collection for an unemployed friend who had lost her mother. Within a few days, Pamela collected $200 which she presented to the friend. Her willingness to outreach and fellowship with those in need is a testament to her character. These selfless acts of kindness should never go unmentioned and warrants respect and recognition. So, whoever thinks that a med nurse only administers medications does not know Pamela Martin, LPN. It gives me great pleasure to nominate this phenomenal colleague for the DAISY Award.