Two Lufkin nurses awarded for their upstanding compassion, service

Yahoo

31-05-2025

LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) – Two nurses at the Woodland Heights Medical Center were awarded for their excellent service and the positive impact they have had on their patients.
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Jake Schmidt and Jacob Palomo were both awarded the Daisy Award, which recognizes nurses who go above and beyond the call of duty while demonstrating the upmost compassion and commitment to their patients.
Courtesy of Woodland Heights Medical Center
Schmidt currently works in the critical care unit at Woodland Heights. He was praised by the family of one of his former patients, who claimed he was called to serve others.
'Jake was called to be a nurse. People like him make what are the worst possible moments for others bearable. Please let him know he makes a difference that's appreciated,' the former patient said.
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Palomo currently works in emergency services at Woodland Heights. Palomo was nominated by a number of his co-workers who spoke about his big heart and his willingness to always provide help to others.
Woodland Heights chief nursing officer Allison Cain spoke about the Daisy Award and how it affirms the exceptional care and compassion her nurses provide to their patients every day.
'These Daisy Awards reflect the heart of nursing – compassion, dedication and clinical excellence,' Cain said. Our nurses go above and beyond every day, and this recognition is testament to the extraordinary care they provide. They truly deserve this honor.'
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