The theme for this year's Nursing Week, Challenge Yourself - Get Active', is one that Royal Ottawa Hospital nurses have taken to heart. Volunteer coaches will be on-hand to teach the basic rules of the game and to provide tips on how to make that ultimate shot.
Nursing defines front-line leadership and commitment in the field of health care.
For many patients, nurses define the care we give, the attention that's shown, the courtesies we extend. National Nursing Week will be recognized every day with a special event at the hospital from May 8 to May 12. With the theme of increased productivity and health through physical activity, nurses will host a Putting Challenge in the hospital front lobby on Wednesday, and Sneaker day on Friday. Patients look for their intelligence and caring when they come here. When they're frightened and lonely, they look into the eyes of our nurses to find hope.