I sincerely appreciated the skilled, compassionate care that I received from Todd during my hospitalization. Todd was in charge of a busy unit supporting students and novice nurses, yet he found the time to not only check on me frequently, but also to sit and talk with me. I was so sad in my grief and scared. I could not remember the previous twelve hours. He was the first person I remember talking to. Todd was compassionate and empathetic. I had spent three months in RCH patient rooms with my husband. He knew that lying in a patient bed was the last thing I needed during my grieving process.
He advocated for my discharge by evening - assertively coordinating my test schedules, results, communication to physicians and the needed discharge order! I was grateful that he shared one of his grief experiences with me. It made me feel like I could make it out of my despair. Todd is a remarkable nurse. I am grateful for his compassionate care.