Today I Advocate
Nursing Advocates
At Sanford Health we recognize our nurses as patient advocates. They are more than caregivers. They are listeners. Teachers. Friends. They provide information and direction, calm and comfort. It's the little things that make a big impact. As part of the Year of the Nurse at Sanford Health we honor nurses as advocates and we thank them for the resolve it takes. This day. Every day.
Meet three women who advocate for our patients.
Niki Maag
Dee LaDuke
Sandy Thomas
Niki Maag
Niki Maag, RN, is a hospice nurse in Sioux Falls. She went to school specifically to care for hospice patients. She sees her role as helping her patients live the highest quality of life no matter how long that life might be. Read her story.
Dee LaDuke
Dee LaDuke, LPN is a nurse at Family Medicine Bemidji. She sees her patients as part of her family and treats them the way she would treat her own family members. Every day she goes above and beyond to give patients what they need. But, she says, it doesn't take much. "A little TLC can go a long way." Learn more about Dee.
Sandy Thomas
Sandy Thomas, RN, runs marathons, rides Harleys, and delivers babies. Her over night shift at The Birth Place at Sanford USD Medical Center is always full of surprises. She experiences a spectrum of emotions and is there to do whatever she can to make her patients more comfortable. Watch Sandy's Video now.
Twitter Updates on Year of the Nurse
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@SanfordDarren
For Jennifer nothing is more important in nursing than earning a patient's trust #yearofthenurse http://t.co/pkqUfzGg #SanfordFamily |
@CNECarla
Putting our talents on the wall. The frontline leadership series. #yearofthenurse http://t.co/fyfM5owK |
@SanfordAnn
Sanford Nurses Join Together for Learning and Future Growth … http://t.co/hwNT83WH @SanfordHealth #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordDarren
Mamograms on your birthday? You bet! Thx for sharing your #yearofthenurse story @CNECarla, one of my favs http://t.co/k52VPLy1 |
@SanfordAndrea
Most Touching. Story. Ever. Couple names baby after their @SanfordHealth nurse. http://t.co/MFN4oaeq via @ValleyNewsLive #yearofthenurse |
@CNECarla
learn CPR! Over 30 new co-op nursing students welcomed for the summer at Sanford. thank you . #yearofthenurse http://t.co/RwKdjp8e |
@SanfordAndrea
Nurse Jenny shares her story on growing from a student to a seasoned #nurse. http://t.co/bd42Hkfb #yearofthenurse #nursesweek |
@SanfordAndrea
Everyone has been touched by a nurse. Share your story here so we can share with ours: http://t.co/kbOxt9lV #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordAnn
Happy National Nurses week to all of our humble heroes! Has a nurse impacted your life? http://t.co/bZVrpE9M @SanfordHealth #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordDarren
"Feels like family, always progressive, cutting edge, rewarding, exceptional care" #YearoftheNurse @SanfordHealth http://t.co/8h0fSMUY |
@SanfordDarren
Bravo! “@SanfordStacy: What a night! I am emceeing #yearofthenurse event with Capt. Sully Sullenberger @sanfordhealth http://t.co/zN5tORVI” |
@SanfordDarren
#Nurses, @SanfordHealth World Clinics wants ambassadors. Join us & visit clinic sites worldwide http://t.co/qsqaiHIn #YearoftheNurse |
@SanfordAndrea
Parents name their child after a NICU nurse. SO touching, thx for sharing Libby. http://t.co/WCAXIl4Z #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordAndrea
Our CNE Talks about all of the wonderful nursing opportunities @SanfordHealth. Love her passion! http://t.co/cXyDREzd #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordAndrea
"I see them when they're at their most vulnerable. It's a privilege to share their journey" Full story: http://t.co/rsUS76f8 #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordAndrea
This nurses story is so inspirational: http://t.co/vtsmzlno Has a nurse changed your life? Go ahead and share the story. #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordDarren
#YearofTheNurse continues @SanfordHealth. Share your story about the key role #nurses play in our lives everyday http://t.co/MhYu405h |
@SanfordAnn
Please share your inspiring stories on how a @SanfordHealth nurse changed your life ... http://t.co/bZVrpE9M #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordAndrea
Mending the flock: Parish #nurses promote health and wellness http://t.co/qm6MDJjR via @inforum #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordAndrea
A day in the life of a @SanfordHealth nurse. So very inspirational #yearofthenurse http://t.co/7xYAAFXy |
@SanfordAnn
Today I Thank You ... is being a Sanford Nurse your calling? - http://t.co/5VGYAxrh #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordDarren
Clarice! We need more season #nurses like you. She sets a great example as we honor #yearofthenurse @sanfordhealth http://t.co/IDIfbCZ9 |
@SanfordDarren
Check out @SanfordHealth's year long 2012 initiative dedicated to celebrating the field of #nursing http://t.co/ZtJOhauA #yearofthenurse |
@SanfordJessica
Hundreds of @sanfordhealth #nurses gather for a nursing symposium in Sioux Falls. #SanfordWeek #yearofthenurse http://t.co/HaaTjKIf |
@InsideSanford
#SanfordFamily: Be sure to check out this week's Intranet Desk to see this month's #yearofthenurse stories. Or, visit http://t.co/nhmJCFpM |
@SanfordJessica
"@SanfordCoRDS: This year #sanfordhealth is celebrating the #yearofthenurse! Share your story here! http://t.co/twT0mD1w"; |
@InsideSanford
The latest @SanfordHealth Intranet Desk features some great new #yearofthenurse stories! Look there or visit http://t.co/wTxW8rMB |
@SanfordHealth
The #YearOfTheNurse at Sanford honors nurses for making connections with their patients. Share your stories with us. http://t.co/9YLr2aRB |
@SanfordHealth
Little changes are helping the little ones avoid diaper rash. Why asking "why" is improving care. #YearOfTheNurse http://t.co/9IkErv3s |
@SanfordHealth
The #YearOfTheNurse at Sanford honors nurses who use research to improve patient care. Share your stories with us. http://t.co/Abf1Y1Qm |