A Newly-Graduated RN Amid The Pandemic: Astoria/LIC Local Hero

QUEENS, NY — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Connie Neville who nominated her son, Paul Chresomales.

Name: Paul Chresomales

State: NY

Home town: Astoria / Long Island City

Hero's job: Health Care

Reason for recognition: Just as the Coronavirus hit, Paul graduated from NYU and became an RN. He currently works for Memorial Sloan Kettering hospital in NYC in the critical care unit. He devotes his time to caring for critically ill patients.

One thing to know: Paul is a caring and hard working man. He demonstrates what a true healthcare hero should be.

Thank you for all you do, Paul!

Do you have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

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