“Belinda is an extraordinary Palliative Care nurse whose compassion and dedication shine brightly in every interaction with her patients,” said Lisa Moshiri, DNP, RN, CNL, CCM, Continuum Administrator in the Central Valley. “She possesses an innate ability to connect with individuals facing life-limiting illnesses, providing not just medical care but also emotional support and comfort during their most vulnerable moments.”
Belinda Roy, RN, was awarded the 2024 Extraordinary Nurse Award for the Continuum for her work in Palliative Care at the Manteca and Modesto medical centers. She worked with Kaiser Permanente for several years before retiring this summer.
Inspiration for Nursing
“I have a need to be there for people,” shared Roy. “I had an instructor tell me once in nursing school, if you focused on your own assignment like you do with other people, you’d be student of the year.”
“That always stuck with me,” she added. “I said, you know, but I don’t want to be student of the year. I just want to help people.”
Leading with Purpose
“My purpose is to help our patients understand what’s going on with them, and what their life care planning goals are,” explained Roy. “They don’t feel well while in the hospital, so I want to be sure when they leave, they have the tools and support to go home.”
Delivering Care Excellence
Ensuring patients and their families understand their disease trajectory, and what brings them back to the hospital is an integral part of her job, shared Belinda.
“I want to have them to understand their illness and what their options are and arm them with the information to make informed decisions about their care,” she said.
“Belinda recognizes the importance of actively listening to her patients, validating their feelings, and providing a safe space for them to express their fears and concerns,” said Moshiri. “Through her empathetic demeanor and genuine kindness, Belinda instills a sense of peace and comfort in those under her care, easing their journey through life’s most challenging transition.”
“Her extraordinary dedication to the field of Palliative Care serves as an inspiration to all who have the privilege of knowing her, leaving an indelible mark on the lives she touches,” added Moshiri.