Charles Botamer, RN, works in the Intensive Care Unit at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital. He is one of the latest DAISY Award winners at VUMC.
From the nomination
“Our 89-year-old father had already been in the ICU for four days before Charles entered the room. We immediately could feel his dedication to our father. He did the most thorough examination and assessment we had observed. He set daily goals for him. When Dad needed care and compassion, Charles was there. When we needed to see that he could sit up, that he could get mobile again, Charles was there. For two days, Charles was a voice for our father to doctors and other health providers. When it was time for Charles to end his final shift, our father was worried. His words were, ‘Charlie knows me. I hope he leaves me in good hands!’ Charles reassured him and stayed late just to make sure the transition went smoothly. Thank you, Charles Botamer.”
About DAISY Awards
The DAISY Award is a recognition for extraordinary nurses who exemplify compassion toward patients and families.
VUMC distributes the award in partnership with The DAISY Foundation, which was formed in 1999 to honor the memory of J. Patrick Barnes, a 33-year-old man who died of complications of the autoimmune disease Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Barnes’ family was moved by the care they received from his nurses and wanted to recognize them to preserve his memory. DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System.
VUMC nurse committees determine the individual recipients. Previous recipients of the DAISY Award are here. The award is open to all licensed nurses, and anyone can nominate — including co-workers, patients and their families. Nominations may be made here.