Inge Morton, RN, BSN, CPN, in the emergency department was busy rounding up colleagues on the unit for an early morning surprise DAISY Award celebration, unaware that she was the honoree. Once everyone was gathered, Mary Dee Hacker, MBA, NEA-BC, FAAN, Vice President for Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer asked the unit on the count of three to announce the winner. Needless to say, Inge was surprised when her name was called out by her colleagues.

During the ceremony, Susan Cline, RNC, MSN, MBA, education manager of the emergency department, described Inge as a patient advocate, an example of nursing excellence and went on to say "Inge makes us all better at what we do."

Inge started her career at Children's Hospital Los Angeles in 1992. She has served as a staff RN, education manager and clinical manager in the emergency department and Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center. Several colleagues from her unit participated in the nomination. Here are a few compelling snippets:

"Inge is one of the best managers I've had in my life because she is passionate about her work."

"Inge has personally influenced the way I practice nursing. I'll take those lessons with me throughout my career."

"Inge is the catalyst for a number of important changes that have improved the emergency nursing care we provide to our patients."

Considered a role model to patients, families and staff, Inge is a deserving DAISY Award Honoree.

Congratulations, Inge!