PACU-Surgery Nurse Recognized for Exceptional Compassionate Care

Bullhead City, AZ – September 22, 2025 – Valley View Medical Center is proud to announce that Steven Vandeventer, RN, from the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)-Surgery department, has been selected as the hospital's latest DAISY Award recipient. The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses recognizes the super-human work nurses do for patients and families every day.

Vandeventer was nominated by multiple patients and family members who praised his exceptional bedside manner, clinical expertise, and unwavering commitment to patient comfort during the critical post-surgical recovery period.

"Steven has a remarkable ability to create a calm and reassuring environment for patients who are often anxious and vulnerable after surgery," said Marcia Patterson, Chief Nursing Officer. "His dedication to going above and beyond standard care expectations truly exemplifies the nursing excellence we strive for at Valley View Medical Center."

Patient nominations highlighted Vandeventer's unique combination of clinical knowledge and compassionate care. One patient noted, "He has a way of making you feel comfortable and reassured even though you are a bit scared in PACU. It is really special when a nurse can make you feel like you are the only patient in the whole hospital."

Another nomination emphasized his commitment to comprehensive care: "His kindness, expertise, and dedication made a lasting impact on my experience. He thoroughly explains discharge instructions, making sure patients understand their care while also including family members to provide an extra layer of support."

What particularly distinguished Vandeventer's nominations was his dedication to follow-up care, with patients noting that he called them at home to check on their recovery – a gesture that exemplifies his commitment to patient well-being beyond the hospital walls.

The DAISY Award is an international recognition program that honors the compassionate care nurses provide to patients and families every day. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care they provide patients and families.

Valley View Medical Center continues to prioritize exceptional patient care through the dedication of healthcare professionals like Vandeventer, who embody the hospital's commitment to healing and compassion.