Some say Steve is just a ‘young pup” as a nurse, and still learning what an impact he has on others. Co-workers say that he takes great pride in teamwork and is the go-to man to help out. Patients of all ages seem to gravitate to his fun personality. He serves as a volunteer staff nurse for Camp Braveheart, a week long camp for YMCA for kids.
He also created and implemented the Friend Advocate Nurse Program, which helps pair a RN with each patient for support, creating a friendly safe connection for the patient. Friends say he often mentions that he wants to be more than average at things. They also say he is the type of person to always be there with staff growing and learning, keeping a positive spin and smiling brightening everyone’s day.
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Steve is a hero to each and every one of our heart transplant families, supporting them each step of the way through good times and bad. He’s the guy with whom any family bringing a child to the cath lab can share a laugh, cry on his shoulder and trust to help keep their child alive–all in the span of a few short minutes. He’s goofy, endearing and one of the most empathetic nurses I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing. I’m proud to have him as a coworker, staff member, and most importantly, as a dear friend.