Nurses have the power to be advocates
Nurses are empowered to be advocates. It is the very nature of our noble profession that has placed us in this powerful position of nurse advocate. Webster's Dictionary (2002) defines advocate as "a vocal supporter of any cause; one who pleads or speaks for another; to recommend; to maintain by argument; intercessor."
Nurses work to promote health, prevent disease, and help patients cope with illness and stress. Nurses are advocates and health educators for patients, families, and communities. Most importantly, nurses now must become advocates for the nursing profession.
Advocate for Our Patients
All practicing nurses should advocate for patients on a daily basis. Nurses play a key role in educating consumers about quality health care.The patient is the single most important factor in health care, and it is important that nurses care about their patients. As nurses, we are concerned about the type of care our patients receive, and many times, we are frustrated in our attempt to give the care we know our patients deserve. We must become the voice, the intercessor, and the interpreter for our patients. It is well-known that the general public trusts nurses. How many times has a family member, friend, or neighbor asked us for advice or help with a problem? As advocates, we can use our knowledge and expertise to assist others.
Advocate for Quality
Advocacy does not end at the bedside. It is the goal of every nurse to be an advocate and a champion of quality. Nurses must advocate for quality health care and be educated about the issues that affect health care delivery. We need to make sure our voices are heard in government. We want to keep health care quality in the forefront and not on the back burner. The cost of health care is rising, and many of our seniors cannot afford to pay for health benefits, prescription drugs, or food. Nurses can support appropriate legislation. You may ask yourself what can I do? As a nurse, you can make a phone call, write letters, e-mail your elected officials, or write a letter in your local newspaper responding to current health care issues. When something is repeated, people begin to take notice. When we begin to speak with one voice and remove the barriers across specialty lines then we will become a force to be reckoned with. We must be advocates for evidence-based practice that will facilitate improvement in adult health.
Regular Medical Mission at San Pablo Cathedral Free Clinic every Sunday, 8-12nn with Dra. Vency Manalo
Special Medical Mission of San Pablo Parish Health care Ministry every 2 months in chosen Barangay of San Pablo City, Laguna, 7-12nn with Dra. Cynthia Sanchez.
RED CROSS San Pablo Chapter Volunteerism
Nazareth Bahay Pag-ibig, House of Apostolate Volunteerism
Medical Mission with some politicians
other Outreach Program for the benefit of the chosen indigent children of San Pablo
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