… and working as a “candy striper” in a hospital setting. Now, 50 years after earning her nursing diploma and eventually her Doctor of Nursing practice, Reidy will … and I feel the next generation is ready to bring new ideas and great energy.” For nearly 21 years, Reidy has brought ideas, energy, and a can-do approach to the … her list of honors, Reidy is a Watts Award winner, two-time winner of the Award for Excellence in Advancing Interprofessional Education and Practice, a Distinguished …