About the Daisy Foundation
A Legacy of Gratitude

The DAISY Foundation was established in 1999 by the family of J. Patrick Barnes, who died at the age of 33 from complications of the autoimmune disease Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura (ITP). DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System.

During Pat’s eight-week hospitalization, his family was awestruck by the care and compassion his nurses provided — not only to Pat, but to everyone in his family. One of the goals they set in creating a Foundation in Pat’s memory was to recognize extraordinary nurses everywhere who make an enormous difference in the lives of so many people by the super-human work they do every day.

Exceptional Community Hospital is proud to be a DAISY Award Hospital Partner, honoring outstanding role models in our nursing community across all our locations.

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Nomination Criteria
What Makes an Extraordinary Nurse?

Nominate a nurse who consistently demonstrates these qualities in their daily work.

Compassionate Care

Goes above and beyond to care for the needs of the patient and family, demonstrating genuine empathy in every interaction.

Positive Attitude

Maintains a positive attitude and demonstrates professionalism in all situations, inspiring colleagues and comforting patients.

Exemplifies Our Values

Job performance exemplifies our mission, vision, and values — setting the standard for exceptional patient-centered care.

Patient Education

Takes time to educate and include the patient and family during the care process, ensuring they feel informed and empowered.

What DAISY Honorees Receive

Each DAISY Award honoree is recognized at a public ceremony in their unit and receives a beautiful certificate, a DAISY Award pin, and a hand-carved stone sculpture entitled A Healer’s Touch. Additionally, everyone in the unit celebrates with cinnamon rolls — a favorite of Patrick’s during his illness. The Barnes Family asks that whenever and wherever nurses smell that wonderful cinnamon aroma, they stop for a moment and think about how special they are.

The DAISY Award Nomination Form
Nominate an Extraordinary Nurse

Patients, visitors, nurses, physicians, and employees may nominate a deserving nurse by completing the form below.

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Nurse You Are Nominating

Tell us about the extraordinary nurse you'd like to recognize.
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Your Nomination Story

Share why this nurse deserves the DAISY Award. Be specific and heartfelt — your story matters. Please describe a situation involving the nurse you are nominating.

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accessible Healthcare

Exceptional Community Hospitals currently accept all commercial insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and Tricare. We also honor all in-network benefits for emergency services in accordance with the Federal No Surprises Act.

After you receive care at one of our hospitals, you may receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from your insurance carrier. The EOB is NOT A BILL.

Depending on your health insurance carrier, you may be responsible for a copay, deductible, and co-insurance. Your health insurance carrier will process this for services rendered.

Thank you for making us your hospital of choice.

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