Stephanie Acquaye
February 2025
Stephanie
Acquaye
,
BSN, RN
Labor and Delivery
Pennsylvania Hospital
Philadelphia
,
PA
United States

 

 

 

Her unwavering dedication and compassionate care transformed a daunting experience into one filled with trust and hope.
I would like to take a moment to shine a well-deserved spotlight on Stephanie, whose exceptional care made an incredible difference during a pivotal moment in my life. I was admitted for labor induction after a high-risk pregnancy at 37 weeks, feeling both nervous and excited to meet my second baby. The night shift had begun the induction process, and as the day approached, I was filled with anticipation. As fate would have it, during the shift change, Stephanie entered my room, and my heart lifted at the sight of her. I greeted her with a smile, saying, "I don't know if you remember me, but you delivered my son in 2022." To my delight, she not only remembered me but even recalled the details of my previous stay. I had never truly expressed my gratitude for her care during my first experience, where she had been an incredibly supportive presence during a very anxious and premature delivery. On that day, with the additional challenges posed by the Microsoft server outage rendering the monitors inoperable, Stephanie's diligence and attentiveness were instrumental. She ensured that both my baby and I were closely monitored, offering encouragement as my labor progressed. I confided in her about my anxiety related to frequent blood pressure checks, an issue I had struggled with throughout my pregnancy. Remarkably, her approach alleviated my fears; her calm and nurturing demeanor provided a sense of peace that made all the difference. As we neared delivery, Stephanie noticed an increase in bleeding and quickly rallied the medical team, ensuring my safety while coaching me through each contraction with poise and reassurance. Thanks to her expert guidance, I felt empowered during a moment when I could have easily felt overwhelmed. Though I believe my family is complete, I cannot imagine a more supportive and skilled Labor & Delivery nurse by my side than Stephanie. Her unwavering dedication and compassionate care transformed a daunting experience into one filled with trust and hope. It is my honor to recognize her outstanding contributions, which truly embody the spirit of exceptional nursing.