DAISY Award

The DAISY Award is an international program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate care given by nurses every day.

Here at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center (CRMC), we recognize our DAISY Award honorees as outstanding role models in our nursing community. They personify Cheyenne Regional’s remarkable patient experience by consistently demonstrating excellence through both their clinical expertise and extraordinary, compassionate care.

What are the qualities of a DAISY Award nurse?

  • Positive and professional
  • Establishes a special connection with patients and families through trust and emotional support
  • Compassionate, thoughtful, and caring in all situations
  • Provides safe patient care
  • Does an excellent job educating patients and families
  • Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team

Nominate a nurse for the DAISY Award

To nominate a Cheyenne Regional nurse, you can fill out the form below, or print and fill out the DAISY Nomination Brochure and send it to:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
Attn: Deb Nunley
214 E. 23rd Street
Cheyenne, WY 82001

Check out our past and present DAISY and VIP recipients on our Cheyenne Regional Facebook and Instagram social media pages.

The DAISY Award nomination form

Please fill out this form to nominate a nurse for the DAISY Award

  • If you do not know the Unit or Department of the nurse you'd like to nominate, simply type "unknown".
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Most Recent DAISY Award Winners

May 2026

Jessica Crider, RN
Nurse Leader Award
Oncology

“Jess has been a great resource for me as a clinical manager. She is always willing to help me with any tough leadership questions. When my leadership team is out or unavailable, I know I have support from Jess. She has been crucial in helping build a bridge between our oncology teams. Leadership roles can be isolating, but Jess is a person I can lean into.”

DAISY Team Award
Wound Care

“The nurses of Wound Care and Hyberbaric are the most professional and caring nurses I have ever worked with. When it comes to treatment, each nurse goes above and beyond to ensure their patients are well cared for. They’re compassionate and caring and deserve recognition.”

Nicki Montoya, RN
Labor & Delivery

“My plan of care went a lot of different ways, but Nicki always kept me informed. I had a couple of traumatic things happen during my induction process and Nicki was right there supporting me through it all. She was not on shift when I gave birth, but she came to visit me and my new baby a day after I gave birth. It was just another day of work for Nicki, but I will never forget the way she made me feel.”

Ray Angel, RN
Ortho/Neuro

“Ray consistently went above and beyond, not only in the exceptional care he gave, but also in the way he supported and educated our entire family throughout the process. His knowledge and professionalism were evident in every interaction. He took the time to thoroughly explain new medications, treatments and care plans in a way that was clear, patient and reassuring. Our family is deeply grateful for Ray’s care. We wholeheartedly believe he exemplifies the true spirit of the DAISY Award.”

Sunshine Ewing Valerio, RN
7th Floor

“Sunshine’s outgoing and uplifting personality had a remarkable effect on my mother. Even on hard days, her presence lightened the room. She spoke to my mom with kindness, patience and dignity, always taking the time to listen, explain and comfort. Sunshine became a steady and reassuring presence. Her compassion extended not only to my mother, but to me as well. Those moments will never be forgotten.”

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