Dad's Personal Nurse
My dad has the best of care at St. Marks Hospital. He has a personal nurse that stays by his side 24/7. She keeps his room clean & sanitized all the time. She makes sure he has clean gowns and clean beddings and makes his bed as often as he gets up and whenever he gets sick from his chemo (which is very often) and she always says to him “you’re fine sweetheart, don’t worry about it, that’s what I’m here for.” She cleans up after him and gives him a shower, even if it’s as early as 2:00 a.m. She only leaves his side to refill his drinks and get warm blankets. She always wears her scrubs, so often times other patients think she is a nurse and ask for her help. She knows where the supply room is, so she keeps clean gowns, towels, gloves, tissue pater, etc in dad’s closet (she has the energy of Sarah’s 5 mules).
She feels so bad that she didn’t recognize the symptoms dad was having, so she promises that she will never ever leave his side again! His nurse, Suzie, loves him more than anything in the world!!!
Mom,
ReplyDeleteYou are the most selfless person I know. Dad is so lucky to have you by his side day and night. We miss you both so very much and can't wait for dad to be well enough to come home so that we can take care of both of you. I promise to spoil you both. Whatever you want, whatever you need. I love you mom! I love you dad!