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This year marks the <span style="font-weight: 700;">39th Annual Nursing Excellence Celebration</span>, and we’re excited to continue the tradition of honoring those who make a difference in big ways and small.</div>
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Every year, Upstate Nursing comes together to celebrate our incredible nurses and teams who go above and beyond in caring for our patients, supporting their teams, and living our mission every single day. The 2025 nominations are now
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Please take a moment to click on the link below to review each award and nominate a colleague or team you feel is deserving of an award! Now’s your chance to recognize a nurse who inspires you.</div>
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<span style="font-weight: 700;">Nominations are due by August 1st, 11:59pm. </span>
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<b><i>Save the Date: October 15th, 2025 for the 39<sup>th</sup> annual Nursing Excellence Celebration. Invitation and more information coming soon!</i></b></div>
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