In honor of National Nurses Week hospitals across the country are taking the time to celebrate their nurses and thank them for their services.

Essentia Health Hospital in Brainerd honored twelve of their very own nurses. The nurses that were honored were recognized for going above and beyond for their patients.

Being a nurse can be a very difficult job. Sometimes they are caring and supporting their patient through the most challenging time in their lives.

Nurse Tena NoonKesser was awarded for her teamwork skills. Although, she was delighted to be recognized she attributes her love for her job and her fellow nurses as the reason for her hard work.

By — Lakeland News