Nursing Week offers us a moment to pause and reflect—on the role of nursing in our system, and in the lives of the people and communities we serve.

“Nursing is often the constant in care—the presence at the bedside, the connection to families, and the continuity across settings and moments of transition. And when we consider the impact of nursing, we are reminded that it goes beyond the care that is delivered. Nursing shapes how care is experienced. From the perspective of a patient, a client, or a resident, to the culture within a unit, and ultimately to how we function as a system, the voice of nursing carries insight that is essential. It reflects what is working, what is challenging, and where care needs to evolve. When that voice is shared—and when it is heard; it has the potential to influence change in meaningful ways.

As we celebrate Nursing Week, there is much to reflect on; the work that has been done, the challenges that remain, and the role nursing continues to play in shaping the future of care. This year’s theme, The Power of Nurses to Transform Health, speaks to that. When we reflect on this idea, we see it not as something abstract, but something we are already living. It is reflected in how care is experienced, in how teams support one another, and in how our collective voice continues to move our system forward.

That is the power of nursing—and it is something we should all be proud of.

Thank you for the care you provide, the leadership you demonstrate, and the presence you bring to patients, families, and to one another each day. ”  – Chad Munro, VP Health Services Acute, Chief Nursing Officer 

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