Dawn Hutchinson, MSN, RN, PCCN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer at RWJUH Hamilton (left), presented Mary Beth Ditzler, BSN, RN, MedSurg-BC, a nurse in the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, recognizing her dedication to exceptional patient-centered care.
Hamilton Township, NJ — Exceptional nursing care makes a lasting impact on patients and their families. In recognition of that dedication, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, is proud to announce that Mary Beth Ditzler, BSN, RN, MedSurg-BC, a nurse in the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, has received the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a national recognition honoring nurses who demonstrate extraordinary compassion, skill and commitment in their work.
Mary Beth was selected from among many submissions by patients, family members and co-workers, and received multiple nominations recognizing her dedication to exceptional patient-centered care:
“Nurse Mary Beth took great care of my mom in the step-down unit. She was accessible when I had questions and always ensured that the doctor and other hospital staff followed up on any requests/concerns that I, or my family had. When my mom was being transported to a rehabilitation center, she made sure that she was warm enough and comfortable.”
“My 75-year-old grandma was in the ICU with very low sodium. I was with her every day but nobody in there showed as much compassion and care for my grandma as much as Mary Beth did! In the 2 days she was her nurse I never had to worry about my grandma when I had to leave because I knew Mary Beth was there! My grandma seemed to be getting worse until Mary Beth became her nurse and within 2 days of my grandma being in her care she not only got better but released from the ICU! Mary Beth is in my opinion what every nurse should be! I am forever thankful for how she treated my grandma!”
“She went above and beyond to care for my grandmother who was in the ICU battling stage four breast cancer. She checked on her every 30 minutes, made her stay so much more tolerable and ensured she was on point with medications. Her integrity and compassion were completely amazing. I wouldn't ask for another nurse to care for my grandmother. She is truly a miracle and she's great at what she does. Very grateful for her caring for my grandmother.”
During a ceremony held in February, Mary Beth was honored for treating her patients with compassion, dignity and respect—ensuring they always feel heard, supported and understood during some of their most vulnerable moments.
The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses was established by the family of J. Patrick Barnes who died at age 33 of complications from an autoimmune disease. During his illness, the nursing care Patrick received profoundly touched his family. They created this award to honor Patrick’s memory and express gratitude to nurses wherever they practice. The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award has become an international form of nursing recognition to remind nurses of the unforgettable impact their care has on patients and families.
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About RWJUH Hamilton
Located in Hamilton Township, NJ, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, serves Mercer County as well as a larger five-county region of New Jersey. RWJBarnabas Health and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton’s Cancer Center, in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute – the state’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center - brings a world class team of researchers and specialists to its cancer center, providing close-to-home access to the latest treatment and clinical trials. RWJUH Hamilton is Joint Commission Certified, Primary Stroke Center Certified from The Joint Commission, and a Center for Excellence from The Joint Commission for stroke, spine surgery and hip and knee replacement and is MAGNET® Recognized from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). RWJUH Hamilton’s other specialties include heart and vascular care, including emergency and elective angioplasty, heart failure intervention program, coupled with the specialty-trained support staff, treatment and care for minor injuries and life-threatening illnesses, outpatient diagnostic and treatment services and medical/surgical services, bariatric surgery, wound care, women’s health, geriatrics/ senior health and wellness care, infusion services, outpatient rehabilitation and physical therapy centers, including cardiac rehab, orthopedic rehab, speech therapy, aquatic therapy, a balance and hearing center and sleep center.
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