As Chief Nursing Officer for Temple Health-Chestnut Hill Hospital, it is a privilege and honor to celebrate our staff during this special Nurses Week, which coincides with Hospital Week. I have the pleasure of witnessing the dedication and clinical excellence that our nurses and staff demonstrate daily, as they strive to provide the highest quality of care to our patients.

As we celebrate Nurses and Hospital Week, we recognize the extraordinary individuals who make Chestnut Hill a place of healing, hope, and compassion. They create a culture of caring and professionalism that is felt in every unit and every department. Their gentle and humble interactions with patients and visitors further reinforce Temple Health-Chestnut Hill Hospital’s reputation as our community’s trusted healthcare provider.

Our nurses are the heart of healthcare. They provide care with expert skill and deep empathy. They offer strength in times of uncertainty, comfort in moments of fear, and joy during recovery. Whether managing complex clinical care or offering a simple, reassuring word, their dedication is constant and unwavering.

But great care doesn’t happen in isolation. Behind every patient’s success is a team of professionals—our therapists, technicians, environmental services, dietary workers, administrative staff, and so many others—who work together with purpose and compassion. 

Every role is essential at our Chestnut Hill campus and every person matters. The past few years have challenged the healthcare field in ways we never imagined, and through it all, our team has continued to rise, meeting each challenge with resilience, innovation, and heart. 

This week, I ask our neighbors and partners to join us in recognizing and thanking our healthcare professionals, who serve with such generosity and grace. A simple “thank you,” a kind word, or a note of appreciation can mean more than you know.

To our nurses and staff: I see the work you do. I see the long hours, the difficult conversations, the triumphs and the quiet moments of care. Thank you for showing up — for our patients, for each other, and for this community. You make a difference.

With deep gratitude,

Kimberly Talley

Chief Nursing Officer

Temple Health-Chestnut Hill Hospital