Lenmed thanks its unsung heroes in scrubs
On May 12, the nurses at Lenmed Randfontein Private Hospital gathered to celebrate International Nurses Day under the theme 'Caring for Nurses, Strengthens the Economy'.
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Matron Bernedette Jewaskiewitz of the hospital explained, 'It was a powerful reminder that our nurses are not only the heart of healthcare but also vital contributors to the strength and well-being of our communities and the economy at large. The day is a moment set aside each year to honour nurses not only for what they do but for who they are.'
She further noted it was a celebration of the nurses' dedication to care. As a management team, they believe that caring for the nurses will also empower them to care for their own well-being and growth.
They hosted a formal breakfast with an inspirational guest speaker and the management team sharing motivational words. They also took a moment to reflect on the Nurses' Pledge, which is a symbol of the values and ethics that guide them. Each nurse received a gift of a mini garden with vegetable seeds, meant to symbolise the seeds that nurses sow – seeds of kindness, care, and compassion. They hope their nurses will nurture themselves and their gardens as they nurture patients every day.
'Our goal was simple: to remind each nurse that they are seen, valued, and essential, not only on May 12 but every single day.
Nurses are the backbone of healthcare, and their healing hands and hearts have a lasting impact that technology or tools can never replicate. A nurse's touch is irreplaceable,' said Bernedette.
She added they would like the community to know, behind every nurse's uniform is a person, a parent, a sibling, a friend.
'They have families, they experience exhaustion, and they feel deeply. A small gesture of kindness, a simple 'thank you', or a word of encouragement can make a world of difference. It's easy to forget the emotional and physical toll the profession can take, but our appreciation should be constant.'
She mentioned this was not their first celebration of International Nurses Day and definitely not their last.
'Instead, it is an ongoing tribute to their caring touch and their commitment to humanity.'
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