07/21/2025
Join us in celebrating Kallie Keller, Lead RN at Mercy Health — Tiffin Hospital, who received the well-deserved DAISY Award! Her kindness, expertise and heartfelt care make every birthing experience extraordinary. Thank you, Kallie, for being a true blessing to so many families!
Kallie's award nominator shared, "I was lucky enough to not only have Kallie Keller for one birth but two! I was there in January of 2023 and January of 2025. Without going into too much detail, I have had a tragic family event involving childbirth and I was absolutely terrified of having a baby and wasn't sure I ever wanted one. So, giving birth was something I didn't take lightly. In January of 2023, not only did she walk in the room with a smile, distract me from pain and let me lie my head on her shoulder during contractions and an epidural, but she also made the whole birthing experience smooth and positive.
She explained everything that was going on, discussed things with me before doing them, talked me through everything and made the birthing process more of an informal get-together with friends versus a daunting procedure of unknowns. Following birth, she taught and assisted me with feeding and nursing the baby, answered all my questions and concerns, helped me in the bathroom and so much more. She did it all with a smile and an upbeat mood that made me feel acknowledged, seen and heard.
For my second child, I was being induced and came in early. Before I walked in, I said a quick prayer for a wonderful nurse, great care and a healthy baby. During shift change, in she walked. It was like a prayer had been answered and I honestly couldn't believe it. All my nerves were instantly gone. My childbirth experience was fantastic. She was always one step ahead. She recalled my last birth experience. She answered all my questions. And went over the top to take care of not only my baby but myself.
I couldn't have asked for better birthing experiences and I believe Kallie helped make the biggest difference with both deliveries. She is patient, kind and comforting. She is extremely knowledgeable, willing to provide education and assistance and very personable with her own experiences. I personally loved all the nurses on the day and night shift. So much that I always recommend everyone to deliver in Tiffin due to the care and nurses/doctors. Thank you for the amazing care. And thank you, Kallie, you were truly an answered prayer."