Bridget S Sigman
August 2024
Bridget S
Sigman
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BSN, RN
Emergency Room
Providence Seaside Hospital
Seaside
,
OR
United States

 

 

 

This act of profound compassion highlights the tenderness and dedication of caregivers like Bridget, who go above and beyond to touch the lives they care for.
Bridget Sigman was caring for a patient who was on comfort care only, quietly resting in the ED. Though the patient’s sister was making every effort to reach the ED, there was still some time before she could arrive. As the shift changed, the department bustled with high volumes and critical cases, and Bridget realized that our team might not be able to provide the companionship the patient deserved in her final moments. Even after the nurse's shift concluded and the sister had not yet arrived, Bridget made the heartfelt decision to stay by the patient’s side, ensuring she wouldn’t have to face her last moments alone. Bridget remained there, providing gentle presence and comfort, for an additional two hours until the patient peacefully passed away. Bridget later confided that she believes no one should have to die alone, expressing her deep commitment to providing solace and kindness in the patient's final journey, ensuring she had someone by her side. This act of profound compassion highlights the tenderness and dedication of caregivers like Bridget, who go above and beyond to touch the lives they care for.