Caring Nurse Brightens Up The Room: A Tinley Park Hero

TINLEY PARK, IL — 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 Lia Grodetz of Orland Park, who nominated Becky Tongson of Tinley Park:

Where the nominee lives:
Tinley Park

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Orland Park

Name of the nominee:
Becky Tongson

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Lia Grodetz

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
Registered Nurse

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Becky is providing excellent, compassionate care to patients at Christ Medical Center.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Becky is smart, funny, and caring. She brightens up the room the minute she walks in.

Thank you for all you do, Becky!

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