“Number one nurse in my book.” Brian Ganzevoort, RN, Receives DAISY Award for Nursing Excellence

October 25, 2025

Please join us in celebrating Brian Ganzevoort, RN, who has been recognized with the DAISY Award in appreciation of his outstanding dedication to compassionate, patient-focused care!

Brian is a nurse on the Older Adult Unit, where his kindness, patience and consistency don’t go unnoticed.

“Brian was very kind and showed compassion to me,” recalls one of his patients. “He took the time to listen to me and [ask] how I was feeling. A very wonderful thing in an overly busy world.”

Another patient expressed gratitude for Brian’s efficiency on the floor.

“He doesn’t mess around … Anything I ask, he jumps on it … There certainly was a reason God wanted me to cross paths with him.”

Thank you for going above and beyond to make sure our patients feel seen and cared for, Brian! Your service and compassion truly make a difference–both here at Pine Rest and out in the world!


The DAISY award is presented in collaboration with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI). To learn more and/or nominate an extraordinary Pine Rest nurse, visit our DAISY Nomination page.

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