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Celebrating Excellence at the Friends of Nursing Awards

Duke Health proudly honored 38 exceptional nurses as the 2024 Friends of Nursing Excellence Award Honorees.

Group photos of awardees and families at 2025 Nursing Event
Group photos of awardees and families at 2025 Nursing Event

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Last weekend (Feb 1 2025) at the Washington Duke, Duke Health proudly honored 38 exceptional nurses as the 2024 Friends of Nursing Excellence Award Honorees. Their dedication, innovation, and compassion embody Duke Health's commitment to "put people first." Thank you to our sponsors, advisory committee, and event organizers for making this celebration possible. Together, we continue to advance nursing excellence.

38 outstanding nurses were recognized for their leadership, clinical excellence, and innovative contributions to patient care. Their hard work and dedication inspire us all!

Thank you to the sponsors, advisory committee, and event organizers who made the 2024 Friends of Nursing Event a resounding success. Your dedication ensures that we continue to honor and uplift the incredible nurses at Duke Health.

In photo - Honoree Highlight: Shelby Decker, BSN, RN, Clinical Nurse III, Ortho/Neuro Spine Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Hospital.

Shelby Decker was recognized at the 2024 Friends of Nursing Event for their commitment to patient-centered care and nursing innovation. Their impact at Duke Health is immeasurable, and we proudly celebrate their excellence.

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