HPB Voices Reloaded
July-August 2005
The Voice of the Nurse is Heard
In recognition of Nurses Day which falls on 1 August 2005, Voices Columnist Sherlyn asks HPB’s very own nurses to share about why they chose nursing as their profession, their aspirations, interesting stories in their line of work, a patient who made them proud to be a caregiver or a simple message for their fellow colleagues. These are their stories.
Ms Chor Swee Suet
Head, Nursing and Head, Clinical Standards & Quality Dept, SHS
As Head Nursing, I see myself as a role model to continue to influence nurses to possess the spirit of care & help especially to the community.”
“My wish this Nurses day is for nurses to believe in themselves, serve as an effective advocate on important health issues and influence health policy so as to achieve positive health reforms.
Ms Shirley Kong Lai Chun
Higher Nurse Manager, NMPP
I chose to enter the nursing profession 30 years ago and has not looked back since. The valuable skills as a nurse enabled me to provide palliative care for my late father which I was truly grateful for.”
“I hope that the nursing course syllabus will be incorporated into mainstream education to encourage Singaporeans to take up this noble profession.
Mdm Jamilah Bte Jantan
Nurse Manager,
HS&I Department
The nursing career is noble, challenging and rewarding and requires compassion, patience, integrity and innovation.
I hope to see progress in achieving valued-added preventive healthcare services to school children.
Her penchant for nursing led her to a nomination for the Best Nurse award in 1998 & the Best Employee in 2005.
Ms Mageswari d/o D N Amaderlingam
Staff Nurse,
HS&I Department
I have my mother to thank for encouraging me to join nursing. In my years of practice, I firmly believe in taking the holistic approach in patient care. With emerging nursing trends, I find myself constantly challenged to apply the best practices in nursing care.
I would like to thank my department for who I am today and I sincerely wish all nurses, A Happy Nurses Day!
Ms Zaithon Bte S A Kader
Enrolled Nurse, Specialist Clinic, Student Health Centre
I’ve had my fair share of wonderful and frustrating moments as a nurse but the beautiful experiences were the ones i hold most dearly. Helping critically-ill patients recover from their illnesses always made me feel proud of my profession.
Presently I’m enjoying the experiences of working with school children and I also learn that besides good clinical skills, communication skills are equally important.
I look forward to future challenges and strive to maintain a positive attitude always.