The patient nomination recognized Mary Jo for her rare level of compassion and clear love of helping people. The patient felt that this was demonstrated by her offering of sincere concern and individualized care. "She speaks with such a comforting voice and asks how I prefer things".

Another patient nomination for Mary Jo expressed how Mary Jo's presence is an asset to the hospital and he noted that she is 100% professional.

For Mary Jo nursing is a second career. In the short time she has been a nurse she has been recognized frequently for her kind and thoughtful approach to care delivery. She has an energy about her, a quick and genuine smile and these are characteristics that endear her to the customers she serves.

Congratulations Mary Jo Marzilli for your extraordinary contributions to the profession of nursing, you are certainly worthy of this recognition.