Nurse's care, dedication to snowed-in client recognized | Good Samaritan Society

After raising her twin girls to school age, Taelor Wimmer decided to take a chance and dive back into a nursing career. When Taelor interviewed for a position with Good Samaritan Society – Home Care in Indianola, Iowa, Society administrative staff manager Staci Good said, "I don't know how we got her, but we won the lottery when she came in that day."

Taking her role as a home health caregiver seriously for more than a year, the licensed practical nurse spends her day on the road traveling dozens of miles to clients. Spending time with people where they live, Taelor prioritizes building relationships with those she serves.

This past winter, one of Taelor's clients was snowed in after several days of severe snowfall. She was worried the client wouldn't get any personal care or nursing care services that week. Taelor took it upon herself, with the help of her husband's truck and plow blade, to clear the client's road and driveway.

These efforts are just part of the reason why Taelor is being named the Good Samaritan Society’s National Ever Forward Caregiver Champion.

Society administrator Kara Cline says, "She’s an everyday genuine person and our superhero in disguise. We coined her as Wonder Wimmer."

A former nursing home assistant director of nursing as well, Taelor is hoping to grow in the nursing field moving forward. Teammates are encouraging her to pursue her RN. About her role as a home health caregiver, Taelor puts it this way: "I want you to feel comfortable in your home. So, if I can make you feel comfortable with me, make you feel like you’re part of my family, that’s what I want."

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