10/21/2025
Congratulations to our February 2025 DAISY Award recipient, Rashid Shafi
from 8F- CPICU! Rashid was nominated by one of his patients back in December, 2024.
"I was an esophagogastrostomy patient in 8F ICU without much surgery experience. I wanted to first say that every nurse and caregiver exceeded my expectations in their genuine care and competence, individually and as a coherent team. I have nothing but praise for my care at Upstate 8F ICU. That said, the one that stood out from all others in his integrity to both his profession and patient empathy is nightshift nurse Rashid. I was lucky to have Rashid many nights during my painful and often scary recovery, I was always relieved to see his arrival again. Not only did he prioritize my care and comfort balanced almost seamlessly with his other patient, he took the time and interest to explain the science when I had questions and to teach me the self-injections and feeding tube care. Through all, I believe his naturally positive attitude and efficient nature was contagious and made me feel safe and secure under his care. I believe Rashid genuinely loves his work. In my opinion, there is no more qualified individual for the DAISY Award."
Thank you Rashid for making your patients comfortable, feel taken care of and help answer all of their questions!
