FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE PLEGDE (PLEASE RAISE YOUR RIGHT HAND AND REPEAT AFTER ME) I solemnly pledge myself

Before god and in this assembly To spend my life in purity And practice my profession faithfully. I will abstain From whatever is injurious And mischievous And will not take Nor knowingly administer any harmful drug. I will do all in my power To maintain and elevate The standards of my profession And I will hold in confidence All personal matters Commited to my keeping And all family knowledge in the presence of my calling With loyalty Will I endeavor To aid the physician in his work And devote myself To the welfare of those committed to my care. SO HELP ME GOD! NURSES PRAYER

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Lord Jesus, Thank you for coming into this world To become our brother. Through your life. You showed compassion For the sick and the needy. Thank you for calling me To share your ministry of healing. Teach me to receive thy sick In your name And give success To my efforts for the glory of thy name. Help me to overcome Every momentary weakness Give me the strength to bring joy To the lives of those I serve May I be a Christ-like companion for the dying As they journey Into the joy of your eternal kingdom. We ask this prayer Through you As our brother and guide. AMEN