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Nurse Who 'Cried For Every Patient': Huntington Coronavirus Hero
Shannon Costello, a nurse educator who ran a coronavirus ICU unit for months, was nominated as a local hero during the COVID-19 outbreak.
HUNTINGTON, NY — 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 Helen and Robert Williams, of Babylon, who nominated their daughter, Shannon Costello, of Huntington.
Name of the nominee:
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Shannon Costello
Is the nominee considered an "essential worker"?
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Yes
What does the nominee do for work?
RN/Nurse Educator
Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
"She ran an ICU Covid Unit for months working OT while caring for her family."
What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?
"She is the most caring, compassionate, loving woman who cried for every patient."
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