THE DAISY AWARD®
What is The DAISY Foundation?
An acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System, The DAISY Foundation was formed in November 1999 by the family of J. Patrick Barnes who died at age 33 of complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). The nursing care Patrick received when hospitalized profoundly touched his family.
Read more about why they started The DAISY Foundation.
Recent Award Winners From Carrington College
Ida M Flores- Romelle, LVN
Carrington College
Sacramento, CA
Professor Flores is such an amazing nurse and an amazing professor. She has taught me to believe in myself and strive to be the best version of myself. Under the guidance of Professor Flores, I learned about medication administration, G – tubes, and insulin management.
Jenny Abbott, RN, PHN, MSN
Carrington College
Sacramento, CA
I am writing to enthusiastically nominate Jenny Abbott for the DAISY Award, as their profound dedication to education, compassion, and unwavering support has left an indelible impact on countless students, including myself. From the very first day I attended Abbott’s class, it was clear that their approach to nursing education was extraordinary.
Patricia Nelson, LVN
Carrington College
Sacramento, CA
Professor Nelson was the first clinical instructor of my nursing career. I could tell from the very first day of clinical that she was very passionate and enthusiastic about nursing and that she would be an amazing instructor.
Anna Marie M Smith, RN, BSN
Carrington College
Sacramento, CA
Professor Smith is such a special person. She is professional, helpful, smart, works hard, has the best organizational skills, and has a level of trust and respect for students that is unmatched. Professor Smith takes each day as it comes.
Leili M Lemmons
Carrington College
Sacramento, CA
Leili has gone above and beyond for her peers. She brought with her to Carrington a wealth of previous experience that she was and is always willing to share.
Lidiana Carrizosa, RN
Carrington College
Tucson, AZ
This nomination is different because an experienced critical care nurse instructor will recount the behaviors and skills the student has consistently displayed, therefore making them a near-perfect nominee for the DAISY Award.
Patricia M Crepps, MSN, CNL-C, CNEcl, CCRN, RN
Carrington College
Reno, NV
Patricia Crepps received many nominations from students and faculty. One student recalls, “I first met Professor Crepps in my clinical rotation for Med-Surg, and she was very approachable when it came to understanding the complexities of nursing pathology.
Elisa M Giglio-Siudzinski, MSN, RN, CCRN
Carrington College
Reno, NV
As an assistant dean of nursing, outstanding nurse educator, and critical care nurse, Elisa Giglio-Siudzinski has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care throughout her distinguished career.
Pollen, Monet, Student
Carrington College
Reno, NV
“I felt Monet showed great initiative and critical thinking, and helped the patient receive timely, potentially life-saving treatment,” says Susan Drossulis, Dean of Nursing and Monet’s 5th semester instructor. Last month, Monet was honored with a DAISY Award for her actions.
“It’s given me a lot of confidence,” Monet says, “It’s a huge honor.”
Rampazi, Gabrielle, Student
Carrington College
Reno, NV
In July 2020, Gabi Rampazi was presented the DAISY Award at her graduation from Carrington College’s Registered Nursing program at the Reno, NV campus. When I asked her what it meant for her to receive the DAISY Award four years ago, she said, “I didn’t expect it … I had no idea the woman who sponsored me was someone I had simply helped when she was two semesters behind me.
Showers, Taylor, Student
Carrington College
Reno, NV
“As a nursing student, it’s difficult to question a nurse with more experience than oneself,” says Michelle Rudman, the clinical instructor for Taylor Showers, a student of Carrington College’s Associate Degree in Nursing program, who works at Northern Nevada Sierra Medical Center as a Nurse Apprentice and has been doing her clinical work at Renown South Meadows Hospital in Reno, Nevada.
Mark Guillen, Student Nurse
Carrington College
Tucson, AZ
I have had the honor of teaching Mark in the skills lab and in the clinical setting. Mark has a very deep passion for nursing. His empathy for others is contagious and his willingness to help others is incomparable.
Peterson, Bree
Carrington College
Tucson, AZ
Bree Peterson wanted to care for others at a young age; she was a volunteer firefighter and EMT from age 16 to 21 and had a job doing ambulance work.
Nancy G Smith, MSN, RN, OCN
Carrington College
Reno, NV
Professor Smith is an instructor who constantly goes above and beyond the call of duty not only to help students who are struggling but also to seek them out and proactively provide emotional and academic support.
Jay Brownson, RN, MSN
Carrington College
Reno, NV
I have had the pleasure of working with Jay Brownson for several years now. Jay Brownson is an outstanding educator, manager, and mentor. Professor Brownson was recognized by several of his students and fellow faculty.
Peg Farrar, RN, MSN
Carrington College
Reno, NV
We are honored to be able to present The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Faculty to Peg Farrar, a nurse who has been a dedicated healthcare provider and educator for many years. She has influenced the future nursing practice of more individuals than I can count.
Sabina Grime, Student Nurse
Carrington College
Reno, NV
Sabina Grimes was nominated for the DAISY Award for Nursing Students this March by Kimberly Marcus, a Pediatric, Critical Care nurse at Renown Regional Medical Center. She was nominated because of her outstanding patient care, and her spirit of inquiry on a clinical day during her Pediatric rotation at the hospital.
Aurel Baker, Student Nurse
Carrington College
Reno, NV
Aurel was nominated by a patient family member who stated that out of all the care the family received during their stay, Aurel was the only one who demonstrated true empathy and caring behavior.
