Tiffanie Durbin, BSN, RN, works in the Vanderbilt Weight Loss Clinic at Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.
From the nomination
“My wife and I, both nurses with nearly half a century of combined experience, were deeply impressed by the care and compassion demonstrated by Tiffanie. She exemplifies the very essence of nursing. Nursing is as much an art as it is a science, and she is truly an artist in her profession. She dedicated ample time to educate us thoroughly about my impending surgery and meticulously explained everything the physician ordered in a manner that was clear and respectful. Tiffanie communicated in a way that neither spoke over our heads nor underestimated our comprehension, creating an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Her ability to balance sympathy and empathy was remarkable. I am proud to have a colleague like Ms. Durbin, whose dedication and passion continue to uphold the best of what nursing represents. It is evident that nursing is not just a job for her; it is a true vocation. She is a shining example of the heart and soul of this profession, and her work brings honor to it.”
About DAISY Awards
The DAISY Award is a recognition for extraordinary nurses who exemplify compassion toward patients and families.
Vanderbilt Health 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.
Vanderbilt Health 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.
