For the first time ever, a healthcare team at CHI St. Alexius Health Williston has been honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional compassionate care provided by nurses to patients and their families.

Meet the Award-Winning Med/Surg Team

The DAISY Award goes to the Med/Surg team, including Brandi Barlow, RN, Kyra Moreni, RN, Noreen Andranda, RN, PJ (Patricia) Brock, RN, Sam (Samantha) Vegara, RN, Alaina Frey, CNA, Luna Rubio, CNA, Dr. Austin McCoy, and Ash (Ashot) Grigoryants, RT.

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Patient Praise Highlights Exceptional Care

A grateful patient commended the team for their seamless teamwork and exceptional care, stating, "Their professionalism and care were perfectly aligned." The patient's experience with other healthcare teams highlighted the unique and exceptional care provided by this team.

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Special Recognition for Respiratory Therapist and CNAs

The patient specifically acknowledged the contributions of respiratory therapist Ash Grigoryants, Dr. Austin McCoy, and CNAs Luna Rubio and Alaina Frey.

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CHI St. Alexius Health Williston Celebrates First DAISY Award

The hospital and unit leader Tiffany Graves, RN, are thrilled to celebrate this historic achievement. The DAISY Foundation, established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, honors nurses who provide extraordinary care.

About The DAISY Award

Nurses at CHI St. Alexius Health Williston can be nominated by patients, families, and colleagues. The DAISY Award is presented to deserving nurses throughout the year. Each honoree receives a certificate, pin, and a hand-carved sculpture.

A Word from The DAISY Foundation

Bonnie Barnes, FAAN, President and Co-Founder of The DAISY Foundation, shared, "The nurses at CHI St. Alexius Health Williston embody the true spirit of The DAISY Award.”

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Recognizing Nursing Excellence Worldwide

Lorrie Antos, VP of Patient Care Services at CHI St. Alexius Health, added, “We’re incredibly proud to be part of The DAISY Award program. Nurses are heroes every day, and it’s vital that they know their work is valued.”

The DAISY Foundation recognizes nursing excellence worldwide, offering awards for nurses, teams, leaders, faculty, and students. Learn more at DAISY Foundation.

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