Daisy Award

The DAISY Award is an internationally renowned programme that recognises nurses and midwifes who demonstrate excellence in practice, are caring and compassionate and ultimately make a difference in the lives of their patient’s.

Here at UHNM, we award one Daisy Award each quarter, with the ‘winners’ receiving a Healer’s Touch sculpture, a copy of the nomination and their name entered onto the Daisy Award website. All nominees receive a DAISY pin badge in recognition of being nominated.

What is the DAISY Foundation?

An acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune SYstem, The DAISY Foundation was formed in November 1999, by the family of J. Patrick Barnes who died at age 33 of complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). During his hospitalisation, they deeply appreciated the care and compassion shown to Patrick and his entire family. When he died, they felt compelled to say “thank you” to nurses in a very public way.

Who can nominate a nurse for a DAISY Award and how?

Patients, families, carers and members of the public can nominate nurses for a DAISY Award. You can either nominate using our online nomination form below.

How will I know if my nominee is successful?

If it is possible, we will invite you to attend the award presentation, if not, we will e-mail you to let you know if your nominee was successful.