March 2026 Honoree
Jennifer O. Kissinger, RN
I was due to get induced, and after a failed induction, was sent home to return three days later. During the first induction, I met Charyl, who was my night nurse, and she was such a breath of fresh air. She talked to me like I was at brunch with her and a girlfriend. It was so comforting knowing she was there for me during the nights.
During my second stay and induction, I had the joys of having both of these ladies on my team, and they were nothing short of incredible. This was my first birth experience, and because of it, I didn't feel alone. Jenny was so motherly and comforting and soft spoken. She held me for my epidural and was elated to see me after she had a day off with my baby, finally in my arms.
Charyl was my night nurse again for my second stay and made the decision to have an induction so I could safely have my baby, and for that I'm forever grateful. They cheered me on during recovery and through the hoops of feeding my baby. One morning during shift swap, I overheard Charyl tell Jenny she really likes you, and I almost teared up knowing someone else had seen it too, how great Jenny is.
During my second stay and induction, I had the joys of having both of these ladies on my team, and they were nothing short of incredible. This was my first birth experience, and because of it, I didn't feel alone. Jenny was so motherly and comforting and soft spoken. She held me for my epidural and was elated to see me after she had a day off with my baby, finally in my arms.
Charyl was my night nurse again for my second stay and made the decision to have an induction so I could safely have my baby, and for that I'm forever grateful. They cheered me on during recovery and through the hoops of feeding my baby. One morning during shift swap, I overheard Charyl tell Jenny she really likes you, and I almost teared up knowing someone else had seen it too, how great Jenny is.
Thank you, Jennifer O., for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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