Monmouth Junction Nurse, EMT Are Local COVID Heroes

MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ — Earlier this week, Patch asked our readers to submit a local "coronavirus hero," someone who might not be getting the recognition they deserve.

Readers nominated two Monmouth Junction residents: Amy Tierney, a nurse at RWJ New Brunswick, and Steve Herczeg, an RWJ paramedic and EMT supervisor who has been working while helping his wife care for their newborn son during this time.

Name of the nominee: Stephen Herczeg

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker?" Yes

What does the nominee do for work? He is a RWJ paramedic and EMS supervisor.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized?
He has two kids and an asthmatic wife at home, but that does not slow him down! Instead, he is working the maximum allowed, 60 hours a week to help. He is even requesting more time. There is no shift he will not do. He may be a supervisor, but he is also covering paramedic and dispatch shifts. He won't stop. Selfless devotion to his vocation and others even while having a brand-new son.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?
He is a good and honest man. He deserves some credit. He puts others' needs ahead of his.

Name of the nominee: Amy Tierney

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker?" Yes

What does the nominee do for work? Nurse at RWJ New Brunswick

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized?

She dedicated herself to her career. Her daughter is on the sidelines making masks for all her co-workers, patients and friends. She works on the front lines and never complains, nor does her daughter. They are a great family!

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero? She is passionate and caring!