Billie Smith
May 2026
Billie
Smith
,
RN
Post-surgical Care Unit
Aspirus Wausau Hospital
Wausau
,
WI
United States
Despite long nights and intense pain, Billie consistently checked in, offered reassurance, and provided care with dignity and respect.
Billie was nominated by a patient following an extended hospital stay after a serious accident. The nominator shared that Billie’s compassion, practical approach, and ability to personally connect helped lift their spirits during a difficult recovery.
Despite long nights and intense pain, Billie consistently checked in, offered reassurance, and provided care with dignity and respect. The patient also appreciated that Billie personally called the next hospital prior to transfer to ensure the care team understood their needs beyond what was included in the paperwork.
Despite long nights and intense pain, Billie consistently checked in, offered reassurance, and provided care with dignity and respect. The patient also appreciated that Billie personally called the next hospital prior to transfer to ensure the care team understood their needs beyond what was included in the paperwork.