Fauquier Health ICU Nurse Honored with Prestigious DAISY Award

Myra Griffin, RN, BSN, CCRN, has been named the DAISY Award Honoree for the fourth quarter of 2023 and the first quarter of 2024 at Fauquier Health. This prestigious recognition is awarded to nurses who provide extraordinary care, as evidenced by nominations from patients, families, and colleagues.

The Fauquier Health Daisy Committee and Toni Maxwell, CNO, Rebecca Segal, CEO, and Myra Griffin are holding the banner signed by DAISY honorees.

Griffin, who joined Fauquier Health in 2021, was recognized for her exceptional dedication and empathy in the intensive care unit. One nominating family member highlighted her impactful presence: “Myra was right there, in her gentle, no-nonsense way, explaining what was happening, the labs and test results, connecting with and caring for all of us. She made a personal connection with each family member…She is patient and kind. She protects, she hopes, and she perseveres…She is love.”

Reflecting on her role, Griffin shared, “What I treasure most about being a nurse is the honor of gaining a complete stranger’s trust and the privilege of them allowing me to care for them and the power to help heal them through God’s grace.”

Another family shared their appreciation for Griffin’s proactive approach, noting her attentiveness to slight changes in a patient’s condition, which she addressed promptly with the medical team, ensuring comprehensive care and support.

Toni Maxwell, CNO, presents Myra Griffin with her DAISY award.

Toni Maxwell, APRN, FNP-BC, Chief Nursing Officer at Fauquier Health, praised Griffin’s compassionate care, stating, “Myra exemplifies the best in nursing: compassion, caring, and connecting with patients and families when they need it most. I am so proud of Myra for her back-to-back DAISY honors!”

The DAISY Award, established by The DAISY Foundation in 1999, recognizes the exceptional clinical skills and compassionate care nurses exhibit. His family created The DAISY Foundation in memory of J. Patrick Barnes to honor the nursing care he received during his illness.

Fauquier Health, a community health system accredited by the Joint Commission, continues demonstrating excellence in healthcare through its comprehensive services and commitment to patient-centered care.