kelly mcallister, BSN, RN, OCN, CBCN

Kelly and I worked together at the start of both of our careers back about 13 years ago on 4 North. I witnessed Kelly grow so much with empathy, support and caring each and every day to every one of her patients. She always went above and beyond to provide the absolute highest level of care that comes from her heart and soul. Patients and families grew attached to Kelly and felt so much comfort and peace in the care she provided them. Kelly has always had a niche for Oncology, in particular breast cancer. Kelly has so positively impacted the Breast Care Center over the years and has really become the face of what it is today. She personalizes and individualizes the care so every patient feels supported and well cared for. Kelly's personality brightens your day. She works cohesively with the surgeons and radiologists in the Breast Care Center and the Cancer Center nurses and physicians to provide seamless patient care. She is one of a kind and we are so fortunate to have her working as the breast health nurse navigator at St. Joseph Hospital.

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Kelly's entire day consists of meeting the DAISY criteria as the nurse navigator for the Breast Care Center. She is instrumental not only in having the department run smoothly, but in answering all patient concerns and making sure the patients feel connected to a caring professional and support friend.