I recently had lung surgery to remove a tumor. After the surgery I was taken to the ninth floor at VUMC. This is where I had several angels in nurses' uniforms taking care of me. My first encounter with the nurses was with Jayla. I was scared and hurting from the surgery and Jayla helped put all those fears behind me. She was very attentive and understanding. She had a very soothing and caring compassion about her, and never acted like it was her job that she had to do what she was doing. You could tell she loves taking care of people. I am forever grateful she was taking care of me. She listened to my concerns and treated me like family. Jayla is one of the true heroes putting themselves on the line each day to make sure the patients get the best possible care they can and begin the road to healing.