Stacy Kidd, RN, Honored for Outstanding Nursing Excellence at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital (LCRH) is proud to announce Stacy Kidd, RN, as the latest recipient of the prestigious DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses. Stacy has been a dedicated member of the LCRH nursing team for over 15 years, beginning her career in the CVU before transitioning to labor and delivery. Her exceptional dedication to her patients and her colleagues makes her a true asset to the hospital and the community it serves.

The DAISY Award honors nurses who go above and beyond in delivering compassionate care, as part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize extraordinary nursing efforts.

Stacy’s nomination highlighted her tireless efforts to provide outstanding care while fostering trust and rapport with her patients. Her commitment extends beyond the bedside, as she also serves as a preceptor for new nurses and nursing students, helping to guide and inspire the next generation of caregivers. Her coworkers describe her as someone who is always willing to lend a hand and provide support, embodying the spirit of teamwork and dedication.

Stacy lives in McCreary County with her husband and two daughters. Her passion for nursing is evident in her work, where she leaves a lasting impact on everyone she cares for.

The DAISY Foundation, a not-for-profit organization based in Glen Ellen, CA, was established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who passed away from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Inspired by the extraordinary care nurses provided Patrick during his illness, the foundation recognizes nurses' significant contributions to patient care.

Patients, families, and colleagues are encouraged to nominate nurses for the DAISY Award, with recipients selected quarterly by LCRH’s nurse leadership team. Honorees are celebrated with a special ceremony, a certificate, a DAISY Award® pin, an exclusive parking spot, and a hand-carved "A Healer’s Touch" sculpture. The tradition also includes iced cinnamon rolls, a favorite treat of Patrick’s during his illness.

Tanya Nelson-Hackney, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CPPS, Chief Nursing Officer at LCRH, shared, “Stacy exemplifies the extraordinary compassion and dedication we celebrate with the DAISY Award. Her unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care and supporting her colleagues makes her an invaluable part of our team.”

To learn more about the DAISY Award® or to nominate an outstanding nurse like Stacy, visit LakeCumberlandHospital.com/daisy-award.