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Shelly Langley, RN, BSN, CRRN

About Shelly

Shelly Langley started her healthcare career in 1988 as a nursing assistant in long-term care. As her love and compassion for patient care grew, she became an LPN, then later an RN. In 2016, she obtained her CRRN certification. Throughout her nursing career, she has worked in various positions, from charge nurse to nurse educator. With a comprehensive skill set under her belt, she maintains one goal, and that is to administer patient care with excellence and compassion, so that she can see her patients improve and thrive.

A Rehab Nurse’s Farewell: Honoring Passion and Persistence

One rehab nurse shares a heartfelt tribute to her dedicated nursing team after a sudden unit closure, honoring compassion and resilience.

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