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Kellie Konakkuran
Kellie Konakkuran, RN
Community Mercy Home Health Care
In September 2006, I arrived home after an emergency surgery and two week hospital stay for treatment of a staph infection. With a very large abdominal wound, drain tubes and more, I was very ill and apprehensive about returning home in such poor condition. The first visit with Kellie Konakkuran, RN, of Community Mercy Home Health Care, put all my concerns at ease. Kellie's compassion for my situation was evident every step of the way. She always informed me about the care I was receiving, documented well my chart for days when other nurses cared for me and built a level of trust with not only me but with every member of my family. The youngest of our four children is adopted and has severe emotional needs. My illness was particularly difficult for him. Each day, Kellie would take time to talk with him in a manner that made him calm and more comfortable with my situation. In every facet of my critical health situation Kellie made a difference! Kellie now serves as the nurse for Emmanuel Christian Academy in addition to providing home health care nursing services. She is truly an asset to the nursing profession and our community!
Nominated by Cindee Johnson
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