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She Uses Her Skills, Strength, & Heart As ER Nurse: Patch Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Former Olympic athlete Eliza Outtrim is an emergency room nurse at Bridgeport Hospital and has been on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.
Former Olympic athlete Eliza Outtrim is an emergency room nurse at Bridgeport Hospital and has been on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. (Courtesy Photo)

BRANFORD, CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Vanessa Reale of Branford who nominated her future daughter-in-law Eliza Outtrim, an emergency room nurse.

Name of the nominee:
Eliza Outtrim

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Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
She's an ER nurse in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

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Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Eliza is a former Olympic Skier (Sochi) who uses her strengths, determination, skills and heart to take care of Covid patients in the ER despite the risk.

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