Jessica Brown
June 2021
Jessica
Brown
,
RN
NICU
Winter Haven Women's Hospital - BayCare Health System
Winter Haven
,
FL
United States
Jessica cared for this baby as if it was her own, treating him with respect and love.
Earlier this year, we had an infant death here at Winter Haven Women's Hospital. It doesn't happen to us often, but it does happen. This baby was born to a drug-abusing mother who (at the time) had seemingly little concern for the outcome of her baby's situation. Jessica attended this delivery, directed others in a code situation, and handled the aftermath like a true professional. She cared for this baby as if it was her own, treating him with respect and love. When family members came to the bedside she also treated them with love and respect, making sure they felt comfortable and that their needs were met. She held no judgment given the circumstances, offering them only kindness and empathy. I am so proud of Jessica and how she took care of both the baby and family that day!