What is it about?
Nurses as Heroes During the Pandemic: This article highlights the vital role nurses play in fighting COVID-19. They're on the frontlines, sacrificing physical and mental well-being to provide care. Unfortunately, many have lost their lives due to the virus. The article calls for better support, fair salaries, and opportunities for nurses to lead. It emphasizes that acknowledging their efforts is not enough; concrete actions are needed to ensure nurses' voices are heard and their contributions recognized.
Featured Image
Photo by Mufid Majnun on Unsplash
Why is it important?
Recognizing Unsung Heroes: This article delves into the pivotal but often overlooked role of nurses during the pandemic. It goes beyond labeling them as heroes, emphasizing the need for tangible support like fair wages, policy changes, and leadership opportunities. In a time when nurses are sacrificing their lives for public health, this work sheds light on their challenges and proposes actionable steps for change. By highlighting these issues, the article aims to drive awareness and policy shifts that can lead to improved working conditions and recognition for nurses globally.
Perspectives
As I consider this publication, I'm truly moved by its profound insights into the unwavering dedication of nurses throughout the pandemic. It's a powerful reminder that behind every heroic act lies the sacrifice of individuals committed to the greater good. This work extends beyond mere accolades for nurses; it's a compelling call to action. It urges us to convert our gratitude into tangible support, encompassing equitable compensation and policy reforms that empower nurses as leaders. This resonates with me on a personal level, underscoring the imperative for systemic shifts to ensure the welfare of those who have tirelessly cared for us all.
Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga
Read the Original
This page is a summary of: Transforming nurses from frontline to front leaders: lesson learned from the pandemic, Jurnal NERS, April 2022, Universitas Airlangga,
DOI: 10.20473/jn.v17i1.35400.
You can read the full text:
Contributors
The following have contributed to this page
