CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital honored Courtney Shoemake, RN, with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

A patient’s family nominated Ms. Shoemake for providing compassionate and personalized care that gave them a sense of peace and support.

“What stood out most was how Courtney made us feel valued rather than burdensome. She never rushed us or showed frustration when we needed assistance. Her genuine care created an environment where my mother could focus on healing, and our family could feel supported during a stressful time.

Courtney's ability to provide such compassionate, personalized care despite the language barrier shows the heart of what nursing should be. We are deeply grateful for her dedication and believe she embodies the values celebrated by the Daisy Award.”

Ms. Shoemake works on 5 South, a medical/surgical unit, at CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga and has worked at CommonSpirit since 2021.

Nurses are chosen each month to receive this wonderful award that honors compassionate care. Honorees receive a bouquet of daisies, a certificate, a copy of her/his nomination letter, and a beautiful and meaningful sculpture called A Healer’s Touch - hand-carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in Africa. The honoree's nursing unit also receives a cinnamon doughnut party, because it takes a team for a nurse to achieve his/her best. Tasty Doughnuts generously donates the treats for this worthy cause.

To learn more about the DAISY Foundation, visit DAISYfoundation.org.