Carly Demarco, BSN, RN, a staff nurse from Kelemen 10 south at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, was announced as the DAISY Award winner for October 2024. Carly’s dedication to Cooper Nursing and the extraordinary care she provided to our Cooper patients earned her the following accolades.
“She is a compassionate and dedicated nurse who embodies the core principles of the DAISY Award through her outstanding care and patient advocacy. What distinguishes her is her remarkable ability to seamlessly balance patient care with her role as a mentor. In a particularly complex case, she skillfully guided a new nurse through the details of patient management, all while ensuring the highest standard of care for the patient. Her calm and supportive approach not only helped the new nurse gain confidence but also ensured the patients’ needs were expertly met, leading to a positive outcome. Her unique ability to forge meaningful connections with her patients while empowering her fellow nurses highlights her deep commitment to the profession. Her dedication, compassion, and leadership make her an exceptional candidate for the daisy award.”