Skills that draw us to nursing provide a basis to engage in the spiritual comfort of our patients – and ourselves
I have often asked patients, their families and healthcare professionals what makes a good nurse. Over the years the answer has remained constant: a good nurse is one who demonstrates patience and compassion, who listens and tells the truth with sensitivity – someone who shows they care.
Nursing Standard. 33, 9, 69-70. doi: 10.7748/ns.33.9.69.s19
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