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'Fearless, Relentless' Nurse: Kings Park Local Hero

Jennifer DiSpigno Smith, a nurse at Huntington Hospital who worked during the height of the coronavirus outbreak, was recognized as a hero.

Patch has launched an initiative to help recognize heroes making a difference in their communities.
Patch has launched an initiative to help recognize heroes making a difference in their communities. (Patch Graphic)

KINGS PARK, 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 Melissa, who nominated Jennifer DiSpigno Smith, of Kings Park.

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Name:
Jennifer DiSpigno Smith

State:
NY

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Hometown:
Kings Park

Hero's job:
Health Care

Relationship to nominee:
Sister

Reason for recognition:
Dedicated, caring CCU Nurse who, during COVID, was an even more amazing hero. From the beginning, she was fearless, relentless, courageous and selfless. When others couldn’t work, she came in. If other floors needed her, she volunteered to help. Never complained.

One thing to know:
She’s a humble, impressive Nurse at Huntington Hospital

Thank you for all you do, Jennifer!


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