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How NICU nurse Jennifer Herr saved a baby’s life over the phone

As part of the Celebrating Nurses series, we spotlight 2025 AJC Nurse Excellence Award winner Jennifer Herr, a veteran NICU nurse whose quick thinking helped save a newborn’s life. With 30 years of experience, Jennifer remained calm under pressure—guiding an eye doctor through CPR over the phone until help arrived. Brittany Smith, nursing director of NICUs in Gainesville and Braselton, honors Jennifer’s extraordinary care, humble spirit, and the vital teamwork that defines nursing. This powerful story is a reminder of the lifesaving work nurses do every day.

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AJC |May 5, 2025
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Jennifer Herr, Northeast Georgia Medical Center

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