ER Nurse Works Overtime, 'Gives 100 Percent': West Chester Hero

WEST CHESTER, PA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through the coronavirus crisis. Patch has launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes

This submission comes from West Chester resident Sharon MacNamara, who has nominated her sister in law Cindy McAlinney.

Name of the nominee:
Cindy McAlinney

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Sharon MacNamara

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
ER Nurse at Crozer Chester Hospital

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Cindy has been working in the ER throughout the Coronavirus pandemic. In the ER she is on the front line because anyone walking through the door could have the virus and they are the first to assess and treat. Her hospital is short on supplies, equipment, and staff. Cindy has been working extra hours to support her family because her husband who is a residential contractor is not permitted to work at this time due to the quarantine orders for non essential businesses.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
No matter how much stress and pressure she is under, Cindy gives 100% to her patients and coworkers.

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