Salisbury, MD – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Alexandria (Alex) Bailey, RN, of 3 West, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for March 2026.Bailey was nominated by a patient for her dedication and compassionate, patient-centered care:
“Our family came to the hospital in May because my dad, who has stage 3 NSCLC, was experiencing weakness and had stopped eating. His condition is complicated by dementia and hearing loss, which can make communication very difficult. The night before we met Alex, he had a very challenging evening with another nurse, trying to manage his confusion, and nearly had him restrained. After the situation and addressing a few concerns, things took a turn.
Alex came in, recognized the changes immediately, and approached my dad kindly, speaking to him in a gentle manner. She worked with him in a way no one else had been able to. Eventually, with her assistance, he was calm. She went along with his humor and shared stories with him; she earned his trust quickly. In her approach, my father began cooperating; taking his medication, allowing tests, and listening to her guidance, even while insisting he wanted to go home.
Just as importantly, Alex comforted my very frightened mom and me during an incredibly stressful time. We’ve never seen him this bad. In a short period, my dad repeatedly said, “I really like Alex,” and trusted her completely. Alex didn’t just do her job — she transformed a frightening situation into one where my father felt understood, respected, and cared for. Our family will never forget the compassion and skill she showed us.
Thank you for allowing patients to submit awards.”
Bailey was honored with the DAISY Award in a ceremony before her colleagues. She received a certificate commending her for being an extraordinary nurse, and a sculpture called “A Healer’s Touch,” hand-carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in Zimbabwe.
The not-for-profit DAISY Foundation is based in Glen Ellen, California, and was established by family members in memory of J. Patrick Barnes. Barnes died at age 33 in late 1999 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little-known but not uncommon autoimmune disease.
The care Barnes and his family received from nurses while he was ill inspired this unique means of thanking nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of their patients and patient families.
To nominate a TidalHealth registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN) for this award, visit our DAISY Award Nomination Form.
