I would like to take a moment to recognize Jennifer Cordo for her outstanding work and leadership qualities exemplified prior to, during, and after Magnet re-designation. Jennifer came into the position as Magnet Program Leader without any prior Magnet designation experience. In very little time, she was tackling many obstacles that were thrown her way in order to get the re-designation process underway. From the beginning, she was able to do it. She read and became knowledgeable, she gathered information, she put together a team of Magnet Champions, and she became the leader we all needed her to be.

She has been pivotal in her role and because of her we were all able to grow professionally. She mentored us and supported us every step of the way. I know that professionally I am better-rounded now than ever before. I know that because of her support, her guidance, and her mentoring capabilities I can confidently move forward and grow professionally. Her passion is infectious and she makes you want to aspire to be all that you have the potential to be. She is young, driven, passionate, responsible, dedicated, loyal, and very organized.

She makes a difference, she has made a difference in this hospital, and I believe that she will continue to make a difference for the patient's, the families, and the organization. MCH is very lucky to have such a young, vibrant, and intelligent nurse in such an important role, because she has been able to make nurses want to have a voice and be the change they want to see.