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Carthage Area Hospital honors Nurse Jennifer Putnam with DAISY Award
CARTHAGE, N.Y. (WWTI) – Carthage Area Hospital (CAH), part of the North Star Health Alliance (NSHA), announces that Jennifer Putnam, RN, has received The DAISY Award® for her outstanding patient care.
CAH says her compassion during vulnerable moments showcases the essence of nursing. Putnam's commitment reminds the hospital of the significant impact one nurse can have, and the hospital says they are proud to honor her within the North Star Health Alliance.
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'My favorite person in the whole world was my grandmother. When she was near the end of her battle with cancer, a nurse would sing to her each day—bringing her peace and taking away her fear, even if just for five minutes. I knew then that if someone could do that for another person, I wanted to be a part of it,' Putnam shared, reflecting on what drew her to nursing. She said that moment cemented her calling and her first clinical rotation back at Carthage Hospital only deepened her love for patient care.
Putnam is essential to the Carthage ER team, expertly guiding patients and families through critical moments with warmth and kindness. Her considerate support, unfailing generosity, and dedication to reducing pain and anxiety are prime examples of the exceptional care that The DAISY Award® honors, says CAH.
'Jennifer's compassion goes hand in hand with her clinical excellence. She has an uncanny ability to tune into what her patients need most—whether that's a medical intervention or simply someone to listen. By openly sharing her own stories, she builds bridges of trust and eases her patients' fears in their toughest moments. Her empathetic presence transforms the care experience, reminding everyone on our team of the profound impact kindness and genuine connection can have on healing.' David Ferris, MSHA, RN, FACHE, Chief Nursing Officer, Senior Vice President of Patient Care
The North Star Health Alliance and Carthage Area Hospital congratulated Putnam on this earned accolade. CAH praised her unwavering dedication to patient-centered care.
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