Name:Lance Bogle
Title: RN, AAS
Nursing requires virtues, a spirit of servitude, compassion, and care. Virtues such as veracity, beneficence, non-maleficence are the driving force that will prevail in the defining moments and ultimately determines content of professional character. Furthermore, the Virtuous Nurse is obligated or duty-bound to act in a manner that is consistent with respect for inherent dignity and worth. Nursing care is provided regardless of race, nationality, background, gender, and socioeconomic status. The virtuous Nurse demonstrates foresight, versatility, and has a multidimensional holistic perspective when providing safe and optimal care. Nurses act in the capacity of an intercessor, providing a support system, whereby acting as a guide in revitalizing and directing the patient to optimal state of mind and being. Through effective communication the Nurse demonstrate empathy and connects with the patient, offering psychosocial therapy, emotional bonding, and relief from physical and mental adversity.
