May 1, 2026
Rose Marie Bryant, a nurse at East Alabama Medical Center (EAMC) in Opelika, was surprised with the national DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award during a ceremony on May 1, 2026. The award is a prestigious honor given nationally and internationally to nurses who devote their life’s work to compassionate care and serving others.
Bryant’s story of service began early. Today, she leads an impressive wound-care program at EAMC, surrounded by a team of nurses who share her high standards. As a DAISY Award recipient, Bryant was presented with the award’s signature sculpture, “The Healer’s Touch” — a symbol of the relationship between caregiver and patient.
The honor was covered by both the Opelika Observer and East Alabama Health, recognizing a career of quiet, dedicated service to patients and the community.
Source: East Alabama Health / Opelika Observer, May 1–12, 2026
From the Opelika Weekly News Digest — May 11–17, 2026 | Compiled by Viktor AI for Opelika Daily News
