Tuesday, February 17 (2026) – Owosso – Memorial Healthcare is pleased to announce Casey Slawson, a Registered Nurse in the ICU, as its first quarter recipient of the DAISY Award! Casey received this award based on the following nomination:
“I had surgery earlier this year. At first, everything was going okay—until it wasn’t. I experienced internal bleeding and a collapsed right lung, and my blood pressure tanked. My first recollection was opening my eyes and trying to understand what was happening. That’s when I met my wonderful nurse, Casey. She helped me understand what was going on. Not only did she take the time to explain everything to me, but she also explained it all to my family. Casey held my hand and showed nothing but compassion and kindness during a very scary time for all of us.
I had many questions, and Casey answered each and every one. If she didn’t know an answer, she went and found it. I am so grateful for the team of amazing doctors, but wonderful nurses truly make all the difference in helping someone feel safe and protected. Casey went above and beyond the call of duty, and I will forever be thankful for her selflessness. Casey touches lives through her care, especially in all that she did for me and my family. I will always be grateful, and I will never forget her. Thank you!”
Casey was presented with a certificate of recognition, a DAISY pin, cinnamon rolls, and an incredible serpentine stone sculpture carved by the artists of the Shona Tribe located in Zimbabwe, Africa. This sculpture is known as the “Healer’s Touch,” and it portrays the embracing relationship nurses have with their patients.
The DAISY Award is an international program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary, compassionate, and skillful care given by nurses every day. Nurses are nominated by their patients and patient’s families. DAISY Award nominations are accepted all year long and can be made here or in person at the hospital’s main campus.
