Renowned Nursing Leader Suzanne Pennacchio Passes Away
The healthcare community is mourning the loss of Suzanne Pennacchio, the esteemed Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi in the Bronx, New York. Suzanne’s sudden death has left a profound impact on her colleagues, friends, and the healthcare community she dedicated her career to.
Suzanne Pennacchio served as the Chief Nursing Officer at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi for over nine years, beginning in October 2015. During her tenure, she was a key leader in nursing management, overseeing and guiding the nursing staff with compassion, professionalism, and expertise.
Under her leadership, the nursing department at Jacobi Medical Center flourished, ensuring that high standards of care and patient safety were always a top priority. Suzanne exhibited exceptional nursing management skills, driving efforts to improve patient care and ensure that nursing staff received the support and resources needed to excel in their roles.
She was known for her commitment to mentorship, creating a positive and collaborative environment where nurses could thrive and provide the best care possible to patients. Suzanne’s leadership extended beyond administrative responsibilities, as she was a strong advocate for the health and well-being of the community and a devoted supporter of patient-centered care.
Her ability to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system and advocate for her staff made her a respected figure within the institution and the broader healthcare community. Suzanne’s death marks the loss of an exceptional leader in the healthcare field, and her legacy will continue to inspire the nurses and healthcare workers she mentored.
The entire NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi community is deeply mourning her loss, reflecting on the incredible contributions she made throughout her life. Suzanne leaves behind a legacy that will continue to shape the future of nursing care at Jacobi and beyond.
A Life of Service and Leadership
Suzanne Pennacchio’s dedication to healthcare, leadership in nursing management, and profound impact on her community will be remembered with gratitude and respect. As her colleagues and the entire healthcare system process this difficult loss, they take comfort in knowing that Suzanne’s work and influence will continue through the many lives she touched.
Remembering Suzanne Pennacchio
Details regarding memorial services and ways to honor Suzanne’s memory will be shared as they become available. We extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, and the entire NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi team during this incredibly difficult time.
The passing of Suzanne Pennacchio leaves a deep void in the healthcare community, especially within NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, where she was a trusted leader and advocate for patients and nursing staff alike. Her leadership, compassion, and dedication to improving patient care will never be forgotten.
