Daisy recipient: Savanna Faught, Orthopedic Surgery
Nominated by: Peggy Toner (patient) and Norman Brennecke (patient family member)
From Norman Brennecke (patient family member): “Savanna is the most amazing nurse we have ever experienced. Friendly. Available. Compassionate. My 85-year-old father was a patient for five days. My father had fallen and broken his hip. To add to the situation, my father has Alzheimer's and didn't even know where he was (much less why he was in the hospital).
“Savanna maintained contact with me during my Dad's stay to keep us up to speed on his situation and next steps. Any questions we had, she was happy to provide the answer and ensure we understood the answer. After a very recent stay in another hospital, Savanna restored my faith in the healthcare industry! Not only was she a nurse, I felt like she had become a friend. While we were happy to have Dad discharged, we will miss our interaction with Savanna!”
From Peggy Toner (patient): “I was a patient here at St. Tammany from Jan. 8-13. I came in with a broken femur. Savanna was my nurse for several shifts during my stay. She always made sure I was comfortable. She is so professional and knowledgeable for the patients’ care.
“She gave me much attention, explaining every medicine I was given. She asked all appropriate questions. If I pushed the bell, she responded promptly.
“At 71, with a crushed femur, it can be scary – Savanna answered all questions and assure me I was receiving the best of care. I never felt awkward; I knew I could ask anything.
“Savanna is an amazing example of what a nurse should be, with her professional attitude, knowledge of her job, attitude and care for the patients. I was blessed to have her taking care of me.
“God bless you, Savanna, in your future.
“There are people who go to school to learn to be a nurse, but there are people who are BORN TO BE A NURSE. Savanna, this is your calling.”