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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF DR. JACQUELYN WHITTEN-BAILEY
WHEREAS, Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey is considered one of the most influential healthcare leaders in Cook County; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey attended Lewis University where she earned her Bachelors of Science in Nursing with High Distinction, a Master’s Degree, and Doctorate of Nursing from Governors State University. Dr. Whitten-Bailey also earned a Project Management Certification from Harvard University; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey faithfully served her country in the United States Army for eight years. Dr. Whitten-Bailey’s military service resulted in the pursuit of her passion to serve in the nursing industry; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey started her career in the healthcare industry at Ingalls Hospital and Christ Medical Center in Harvey, Illinois. Her hard work and servant leadership led to 18 years of healthcare professional leadership experience. In 2014, Dr. Whitten-Bailey was named Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Trinity Hospital and served as the Interim President of Advocate Trinity in July of 2018; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey’s career has focused on discovering innovative and creative ways to foster a unique learning environment that prioritizes patient care and a commitment to improvement within the healthcare industry; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey is active in the community serving as a member of the American Organization of Nurse Executives, Honor Society of Nursing, Emergency Nurses Association, Association of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Neonatal Nursing, and American Association of Critical Care Nurse; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey’s legacy as Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Trinity Hospital will be known as positioning the hospital as an industry leader in serving the needs of its patients, families, associates, and physician; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, on behalf of the 5.2 million residents of Cook County does hereby honor and congratulate Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey on her service as Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Trinity Hospital and her many contributions bettering the lives of all residents in Cook County; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and that an official copy of the same be tendered to Dr. Jacquelyn Whitten-Bailey and her family for this special recognition.
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