Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Nursing and Patient Care Services Awards

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    At Dana-Farber, we are proud to recognize the extraordinary contributions of our nursing and nursing support staff. These dedicated professionals are at the heart of our mission, providing exceptional, compassionate, and relationship-based care that is deeply rooted in research, education, and advocacy.

    Join us in celebrating the remarkable achievements of our nursing team and their vital role in fulfilling Dana-Farber's mission to conquer cancer and provide outstanding care to all by nominating them for the DAISY Award (Nurses/Nurse Practitioners) or the TULIP Award (Clinical Assistants/Patient Care Assistants). 

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    The DAISY Award

    Dana-Farber is one of over 5,400 health care organizations and schools of nursing in all 50 states and 35 other countries and territories that participate in the DAISY Award program, sponsored by the DAISY Foundation (Diseases Attacking the Immune System).

    The DAISY Foundation established the DAISY Award in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, whose parents created the foundation in Patrick's memory because they experienced firsthand the skills, care, and compassion of nurses in caring for their son.

    DAISY honorees are recognized for their excellence in the following highly valued qualities:  

    • Caring Practices: Exhibits exceptional interpersonal skills with care that is both professional and individualized.
    • Clinical Judgment: Functions at a high level with expert clinical judgment and advanced skills.  
    • Clinical Inquiry: Respected by peers as an astute clinician and serves as a resource and role model.  
    • Facilitator of Learning: Translates complex information to patients and families to foster a sense of control and informed decision-making.  
    • Advocacy: Exhibits compassion toward patients and families in all areas of work.
    • Collaboration: Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team. 

    You can nominate a staff member for the DAISY Award by completing the DFCI Nursing and Patient Care Services Recognition Form.

    The TULIP Award

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    The TULIP award recognizes and celebrates Clinical Assistants and/or Patient Care Assistants who exemplify Dana- Farber Cancer Institute’s mission, vision and core values. These individuals make a difference in the lives of their patients and patient’s families and are a vital part of our healthcare team. We are proud to recognize them.

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    Dana-Farber Cancer Institute TULIP award honorees exemplify the kind of employee that patients, families, physicians, nurses and other staff members of the healthcare team recognize as an outstanding role model. We recognize these individuals for their excellence in the following highly valued qualities:

    Caring Practices: Goes above and beyond in providing exceptional care and unforgettable services.
    Clinical Judgment: Functions at a high level with expert clinical judgment and advanced skills.
    Clinical Inquiry: Respected by peers and serves as a resource and role model.
    Advocacy: Exhibits compassion towards patients and families in all areas of work.
    Collaboration: Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team.

    You can nominate a staff member for the TULIP Award by completing the DFCI Nursing and Patient Care Services Recognition Form.

    Questions about either award? Please reach out to DFCI_CPD@dfci.harvard.edu with any questions.