Katy Annerino, NICU Nurse
Northwestern Prentice Women’s Hospital
Nominated by Alison Arocha

“Katy has been a NICU nurse for over 40 years at Prentice! She has saved hundreds of lives and has touch thousands more. When I was a NICU nurse, she taught me not only how to be a great nurse, but to also care for each baby as if it were my own. When I had my own baby in the NICU, Katy was there from day one! She made sure Clara tasted my colostrum first, always had her styling in cute preemie clothes and blankets, and even made sure I was taking care of myself after a traumatic C-section. There are so many nurses, RTs, MDs, and PTs who look up to Katy. She makes everyone better around her and families adore her! I know this is not Katy’s first nomination and it should not be her last. Please consider this extraordinary nurse!”