August 2016
Desiree
Friedl
,
RN
Medicine
Royal Alexandra Hospital
Edmonton
Canada
Desiree was nominated by a patients' family member who stated that Desiree goes the extra mile every single day. She describes how Desiree assessed that the patient's pain level was not improving and advocated for an X-ray to be completed because of the patients' history of previous fractures. It was discovered that the patient had a new pelvic fracture, which in diagnosing, lead to an improved plan for her pain management and care. Desiree's excellent listening skills and compassion ensured that the patient felt cared for and safe. Thank you Desiree on going the extra mile for your patients.