Has a University of Vermont Health nurse or support staff member had a positive impact on your experience as a patient? If so, please take a moment and thank them for their hard work by nominating them for an award!

DAISY Award

We honor our nurses and the extraordinary care they provide with the DAISY Award, which celebrates the compassion and skills nurses bring to their work every day.

The national nonprofit DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Foundation was established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who died at age 33 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little known but not uncommon autoimmune disease. The care Patrick and his family received from nurses while he was ill inspired the DAISY Award, a unique way to thank nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of patients and patient families.

BEE Award

The BEE (Be Exceptional Every Day) Award was established in 2019 as a way to recognize the members of our support staff who go above and beyond. This can be any hospital employee who works with physicians and registered nurses to improve the physical, emotional and spiritual health of patients and their families.

Who Is a DAISY or BEE Nominee?

• The nominee is a nurse or support staff member who you would want to take care of your loved one.
• The nominee is a team player, sensitive caregiver and health care professional.
• The nominee advocates for patients and their loved ones.
• The nominee has made a special connection with, or provided compassionate care to, you or a family member.