Today I learned of your passing... I am sorry you didn't make it to your 81st birthday like you had hoped. You were so kind and appreciative of the care I provided. I wish all of my patients were as gracious. Thank you for letting me care for you during your time in my unit and I am sorry that what is for most a routine outpatient surgery ended up being your last encounter with "healthcare". I will do my best to remember you.

Your Nurse. A Poem

‘Hello, I am going to be your nurse’ is how it usually begins.
I come into your room and introduce myself with a little grin.
But more than the room I have entered, your life I have entered too.
You tell me things that no one knows that’s just between me and you.

These things you tell me during our talks can be hard for most to hear.
But I am your nurse and no matter what you look up and I am still there.
You sometimes feel all alone when family leaves and friends depart.
But alone you are not, for I am your nurse and I have opened up my heart.

You may feel scared, or nervous or sometimes even lost.
But I am your nurse and I will advocate for you no matter the time or the cost.
Whenever things are looking bad and your think that you may even die.
I am by your side every step of the way even if beyond the sky.

Thank you, thank you is all that I can say.
You think that I give unto you but what you give is worth more than pay.
To allow me into your most vulnerable time when you feel things can’t get worse.
Just remember to call out for me because forever I am your nurse.