Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Kerry Harrison, BSN, RN, from the Emergency Department and Infusion Services. Kerry was nominated by a patient’s family member who could feel the love Kerry put into her role as a nurse, in everything she did. She greatly appreciated the compassionate care Kerry showed not only to her family member, but to her as well. As a DAISY honoree, Kerry has joined a community of exceptional nurses whose practice is renowned for outstanding clinical skill, compassion and inspiration.

Ten other Island Health nurses were nominated along with Kerry, including:

Alice Harstad, RN

Bethany Mencel, BSN, RN

Brian Taylor, RN

Gabrielle Willoughby, RN

Ingrid Ford, BSN, RN

Kristin Bielman, BSN, RN

Manley Smith, BSN, RN

Rebekah Lazanis, BSN, RN

Ronald Brutton, RN

Valentina Rivera, RN

The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Foundation™ was created in 1999 by the family of
J. Patrick Barnes to say “thank you” to nurses for the care and compassion they experienced during his illness and at the end of his life. The foundation has grown over the years and expresses gratitude to nurses with programs to honor them wherever they practice, in whatever role they serve, and throughout their careers. Today, The DAISY Award® is embedded in thousands of healthcare facilities and schools of nursing, internationally.

Island Health is pleased to recognize the exceptional work of our nursing team each quarter through the DAISY award.