Parrish Healthcare Launches DAISY Program to Recognize Extraordinary Nursing Care

TITUSVILLE, FLA. (January 6, 2025)-Parrish Healthcare is proud to announce the launch of the internationally acclaimed DAISY Award program, a prestigious initiative that honors the exceptional compassion, skill and dedication of nurses. Beginning today, January 6, 2025, Parrish Healthcare will join healthcare organizations around the globe in celebrating nurses who go above and beyond in delivering exemplary care to patients and families.

The DAISY Foundation was formed in January 2000, by the family of J. Patrick Barnes who died at age 33 of complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System. When their son Patrick was ill, the Barnes family was in awe of the skill, care and compassion of his nurses. They created The DAISY Award to recognize nurses for their outstanding contributions to healthcare. The foundation's mission is to express gratitude to nurses whose work inspires and uplifts during challenging times.

"Our nurses are at the heart of everything we do, and their unwavering commitment to our patients' well-being is truly remarkable," said George Mikitarian, President and CEO of Parrish Healthcare. "We are excited to bring the DAISY Award program to Parrish Healthcare as a way to formally celebrate the extraordinary efforts of our nurses and ensure they receive the recognition they deserve."

Patients, families and fellow colleagues are invited to nominate nurses who demonstrate exceptional kindness, clinical excellence and commitment to care. Honorees will be recognized in a heartfelt ceremony where they will receive a DAISY award pin, hand-carved Healer's Touch sculpture and a personalized certificate commending their achievements.

Nominations for the DAISY Award can be submitted year-round by visiting www.parrishhealthcare.com/daisyaward and completing the included form.

"Caring for patients is both a privilege and a responsibility," said Lisa Dickerson, Vice President of Nursing Administration and Chief Nursing Officer at Parrish Healthcare. "The DAISY Award gives us a unique opportunity to honor nurses who make an extraordinary impact every day, whether through their clinical expertise, a comforting word or the personal touches that set our care apart."

For more information about the DAISY Award program or to submit a nomination, please visit parrishhealthcare.com/daisyaward or contact [email protected].