Danyal Kniesly has chosen to spend her 19-year nursing career with Wayne HealthCare. She is "reassuring and genuine in her patient care through the small things she does, like a smile or a gentle pat on the shoulder.” Danyal is also commended for her “exemplary work ethic and professionalism." She is always “polite and courteous to staff and patients.” Her nominator describes Danyal as having a special connection with her patients, and one patient, in particular, seems to quantify Danyal’s ability to connect with her patients. “I remember a gentleman with a special condition who gets admitted under our care frequently. He would sometimes become frustrated due to verbal communication difficulties, but I’ve seen that patient’s face light up anytime Danyal walked into the room, even when he was not under her direct care. You can see that he trusts her. This bond with one’s patient highlights a nurse’s compassion.”