One of the Few Blessings of Being Ill
Today’s Quote
“Nurses: one of the few blessings of being ill.”
– Sara Moss-Wolfe
What is a Miracle?
“There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as if everything is.”
– Albert Einstein
This Definition of a Nurse Nails It!
“Nurse: just another word to describe a person strong enough to tolerate anything and soft enough to understand anyone.”
Some Angels Have Scrubs
Today’s Quote
“Not all angels have wings…some have scrubs.”
CARING is the essence of NURSING
“CARING is the essence of NURSING.”
– Jean Watson
Jean Watson is an American nurse theorist and nursing professor who is best known for her Theory of human caring. She is the author of numerous texts, including “Nursing: The Philosophy and Science of Caring”
Remember, You Are On A Journey
“Forgive yourself, you are not perfect. Show yourself grace; you are still learning. Show yourself patience; you are on a journey.”
Treat the Person, Not the Disease
“You treat a disease: You win, you lose. You treat a person, I guarantee you win—no matter the outcome.”
– Patch Adams
The Lasting Effect of Eliciting Feelings
The Lasting Effect of Nurses
“They may forget your name but they will never forget how you made them feel.”
– Maya Angelou
Seeking Out Mentors
“Seek out a mentor, someone you admire that could help coach you as you progress.” – Maureen Swick, MSN, Ph.D., RN, NEA-BC, AONE CEO, and SVP, CNO
American Hospital Association (AHA)
Disgrace in not trying to find answers
Tracey Gaslin
“There is no disgrace in not knowing an answer, but rather in not trying to find the answer.” – Tracey Gaslin Ph.D., CPNP, FNP-BC, CRNI Executive Director
Association of Camp Nurses (ACN)