11/07/2025
Congratulations to Lindsay S., a registered nurse at Mayo Clinic Health System, who was nominated and received The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Read an excerpt from the nomination.
“When my dad was admitted to the emergency room in the hospital, it was stressful, and we were feeling overwhelmed. But everything changed when we met Lindsay. She greeted us at the unit with kindness and a warm smile. She listened to everything we had been through and made us feel heard and supported. She was patient, compassionate, and truly seemed to care about both me and my dad.
From the start, Lindsay connected with my dad in a way that no other nurse did. She made him laugh — and he never laughs. One night during his stay, Lindsay noticed my dad had wet the bed, which was totally out of character for him. She knew something wasn’t right and quickly alerted the doctor. Her attention to that small detail led to an MRI, which showed a 5 mm brain mass or bleed in his frontal lobe. That level of attention and understanding shows how well she got to know her patient — not just his chart, but him as a person.
Every time Lindsay was his nurse, I knew he was in good hands. After he spent time in the ICU, he returned to the unit — and Lindsay was his nurse again. He wasn’t able to speak at that point, but he smiled when he saw her. He hadn’t smiled in days, but he did for her. That says everything.
Lindsay is not only incredibly caring and kind — she’s also sharp, observant, and dedicated. She takes the time to really know her patients so that nothing important gets missed. She gave me and my dad peace of mind during one of the scariest times in our lives. Smart, compassionate, and deeply committed to her patients — Lindsay is a true gem, and we are forever grateful for the care she gave my dad.”
Mayo Clinic Health System is among over 5,000 healthcare organizations worldwide committed to the DAISY Award program. The DAISY Award is presented each month to an extraordinary nurse. Learn more about the DAISY Award or nominate a registered nurse https://mayocl.in/3SuygDO
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