No one enjoys a hospital stay - not the patient, not friends of the patient, or relatives of the patient. But our family felt like Christy went beyond what is expected of a nurse or any other employee. We appreciated her efforts so much that we were saddened when her shift came to an end. She was always excited to see our mother and always came with an inspiring smile. Christy managed to display high energy throughout her shifts, even at the close of her shift. She was the perfect mix of polite and professional. We were encouraged to discover that Christy is from Columbus and is giving back by working at Columbus Regional to the community she grew up in.
If part of the mission statement of the DAISY Award is to recognize an extraordinary nurse, she matches the blueprint of the ideal recipient. Our family will always appreciate her service and we would like to thank the Barnes family and Columbus Regional for recognizing such individuals as she!