Nurses Urged to Stay Strong Amid Healthcare Pressures

Fijian nurses have been urged to remain resilient amidst significant healthcare pressures, with assurances from CWM Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr. Luke Nasedra that their concerns are being actively addressed. Speaking at International Nurses Day celebrations, Dr. Nasedra emphasized that both hospital management and the Health Ministry are engaged in discussions with the Fiji Nurses Association, signaling a commitment to improving the situation.

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beyond the pressures of the job, nursing is both a personal dream and a divine calling.

Dr. Nasedra reminded the nurses of the noble origins of their profession, born from times of war and suffering, where they served as a central pillar of comfort and healing. He stressed that even as healthcare challenges intensify, nursing remains the bedrock of the system, a calling that requires unwavering dedication.

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when healthcare becomes tougher, nursing remains at the heart of the system.

Luisa Wauca, CWM Hospital's Director of Nursing, echoed these sentiments, acknowledging the immense strain that has tested the strength, patience, and loyalty of nurses in recent months. Despite these formidable challenges, she lauded their remarkable resilience. Wauca's call for recognition through tangible action and support, rather than just words, resonates deeply within the nursing community, highlighting the need for systemic improvements to alleviate their burdens and sustain their vital work.

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ongoing pressures have tested the strength, patience, determination and loyalty of nurses, but despite the challenges, they have continued to show remarkable resilience.