Doris Rindels
November 2018
Doris
Rindels
,
RN
Vice President, Nursing Administration
UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center
Grinnell
,
IA
United States
We are pleased to recognize a great champion for exceptional patient care and nursing quality at GRMC, Doris Rindels! Here are several excerpts and summaries from multiple nominations that highlight this truly wonderful nurse leader at GRMC.
"I met Doris 27 years ago. She was, and still is, brilliant and efficient and worked like there was no tomorrow. No matter how complicated the case, she knew what to do. A doctor could not ask for a better partner in an emergency. She was instrumental in establishing the hospital's trauma center status. I have not seen anyone more dedicated as a health care provider. She is a diplomatic problem solver who gets things done."
"Doris's more than 40-year career in nursing makes her a pillar of knowledge and leadership for young nurses and providers. Doris has always been an advocate for patient safety—especially through tough times with tight financial challenges and reimbursement rates. She is a champion for quality care at GRMC."
"Doris is credited with mentoring many nurses over the years. She believes in team building and is known to bring in pizza for staff who stay overnight during winter storms. And when storms are anticipated, she can be found right here in the hospital alongside her nursing staff. She has always done what she can to make the best out of the situation."
"She doesn't back down from a challenge. She takes on a problem with the intent of turning it into a positive."
"Doris has been an advocate of The DAISY Award Program at GRMC so that her nurses have the opportunity to be honored by patients, visitors, and coworkers. She is proud of the nurses here and looks for ways to recognize their accomplishments and impact on patients."
"Doris has been known to buy coats, boots, and hats for children of her nursing staff who were facing difficult financial times. She coordinated a care team to help a fellow nurse who was battling cancer and arrange care for that nurse and the family."
"Doris leads with her actions. She's a decisive leader and that has served her well in times of turmoil. She is able to give staff the assurances and direction they need during challenging incidents."
We could share many more similar stories and accolades about Doris—she is truly an incredible nurse, leader, and friend at GRMC. She is a true DAISY Nurse Leader!
"I met Doris 27 years ago. She was, and still is, brilliant and efficient and worked like there was no tomorrow. No matter how complicated the case, she knew what to do. A doctor could not ask for a better partner in an emergency. She was instrumental in establishing the hospital's trauma center status. I have not seen anyone more dedicated as a health care provider. She is a diplomatic problem solver who gets things done."
"Doris's more than 40-year career in nursing makes her a pillar of knowledge and leadership for young nurses and providers. Doris has always been an advocate for patient safety—especially through tough times with tight financial challenges and reimbursement rates. She is a champion for quality care at GRMC."
"Doris is credited with mentoring many nurses over the years. She believes in team building and is known to bring in pizza for staff who stay overnight during winter storms. And when storms are anticipated, she can be found right here in the hospital alongside her nursing staff. She has always done what she can to make the best out of the situation."
"She doesn't back down from a challenge. She takes on a problem with the intent of turning it into a positive."
"Doris has been an advocate of The DAISY Award Program at GRMC so that her nurses have the opportunity to be honored by patients, visitors, and coworkers. She is proud of the nurses here and looks for ways to recognize their accomplishments and impact on patients."
"Doris has been known to buy coats, boots, and hats for children of her nursing staff who were facing difficult financial times. She coordinated a care team to help a fellow nurse who was battling cancer and arrange care for that nurse and the family."
"Doris leads with her actions. She's a decisive leader and that has served her well in times of turmoil. She is able to give staff the assurances and direction they need during challenging incidents."
We could share many more similar stories and accolades about Doris—she is truly an incredible nurse, leader, and friend at GRMC. She is a true DAISY Nurse Leader!