Bereavement nurse Ellie nominated for compassionate care
*** Trigger Warning — Story contains references to baby loss ***
Delivering compassionate and dedicated care is always at the centre of everything our staff do.
And one family has nothing but praise for Bereavement Nurse Ellie Brewer for her warmth and understanding when they tragically lost their baby.
She is the latest winner of our coveted DAISY Award recognising the lengths she went to support the family who were cared for at our Women’s Hospital.
Nominated by the grieving couple, they said of Ellie: “When we delivered our baby boy Cohen in Abbey Suite, all the staff were so compassionate and comforting, but Ellie really stood out to us. The care and warmth she radiated to us at such a difficult time and her temperament, was unforgettable.
“She will always be so special to us, making such a heartbreaking time slightly easier with the support and understanding she gave us.
“In such a difficult time losing our baby, we were so lucky to have a good experience regarding how people were so respectful and delivered such good care to us.
“Ellie was so gentle and even went the extra mile to address baby Cohen in the cold cot each time she walked into the room.
“She should be recognised for the gift she has in fulfilling her role to be so supportive and compassionate. Thank you, Ellie
Ellie was presented with the award by Jessica Atoklo, Head of Midwifery and Associate Director of Nursing, along with Daljit Athwal, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer. She received a certificate and ‘Healer’s Touch’ statue, a DAISY pin and cinnamon rolls for her team.
She said of the nomination: “This award came as a total surprise. I feel very privileged to be in a position to support families experiencing baby loss and to meet their babies is a huge honour.
“For my patient to have nominated me means the world.”