EXCELLENCE IN NURSING AWARDS 2023
Health Care
Heroes
Meet the people who serve as the backbone of the health care community and learn why they choose to serve us every day .
For every doctor or medical leader , there is a team of nurses behind the curtain making sure everything runs smoothly for patients to receive the best care . They are our first responders , caregivers , and medical and emotional support as we face the unknown . Even after we ’ ve left their care , they follow up to make sure we ’ re recovering smoothly . They deserve credit for their hard work and it ’ s our pleasure to honor them .
Rhode Island Monthly partnered with the Rhode Island State Nurses Association , which chose to solicit nominations for the best in the field from fourteen categories of nurses . This feature highlights nurses from varying backgrounds and shares what sparks their passion for their careers .
If you are a family member , colleague , friend or patient who has recognized the following nurses , know this : Your voice matters and is appreciated . Read on to see what makes these winning nurses stand out in their field .
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EDITED BY KERRI TALLMAN • PHOTOGRAPHY BY MYKE YEAGER
64 RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY l SEPTEMBER 2023