When we think of what makes an outstanding nurse, many words come to mind like compassion, excellence, professionalism, leadership, knowledge, expertise, and care. Stacie demonstrated all of those traits and characters and can not be compared to any other. Stacie Pales sees beyond the color of our skin, the social-economical background of her patients, and strives to provide her highest level of care. My wife has limited English language skills and Stacie takes her time to ensure my wife understands and is comfortable. Superheroes don’t always wear a cape. Sometimes they have a name badge that reads, Stacie Pales, RN.