In another thread, there was mention of a, "Nurse's Creed." We weren't sure what the poster was referring to, but someone did find the following:
"A Nurse's Creed"
Sometimes I forget…why I'm a Nurse and what's really in my HEART.
Sometimes I'm just too busy I don't know where to start.
Then someone holds my hand, and greets me with a smile.
They ask if I could stay with them for just a little while.
If I could calm a sorrowed heart just because I'm there.
Then I'm reminded...why I'm a Nurse. It's all because I CARE."
That one's okay , but it's a tad sentimental for my taste. I put together what I consider a more realistic alternative for today's nurse:
The Balanced Nurse's Creed
For some folks nursing is their life; they see it as a calling,
They've dreamt of Flo and her lighted lamp since back when they were crawling.
I care about my patients and I'm thankful for employment,
But my family, friends, and other interests also bring enjoyment,
When I'm at work my patients get the best I have to give,
When off the job I give my best to those with whom I live,
There's a finite number of hours each day to exercise my talents,
I'd burn out pretty quickly if I didn't look for balance,
If I call the shots correctly, when my working days are done,
Both my patients and my loved ones will tell me, “Job well done!”