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Top 10 Qualities of a Great Nurse

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Nurses are pretty amazing. Great nurses aren’t just compassionate and kind — they have all the medical smarts of a doctor too! Plus, a career as a nurse offers a sense of personal satisfaction that you just can’t beat.

Those who succeed in nursing and who gain the most personal fulfillment from it start their careers with certain unique qualities. Do you have what it takes to be a great nurse?

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psychnurse02

almost 5 years ago

6 comments

this is great foundation information. i am proud to say i do obtain 99% of these, i have to leave room for improvement, we all do. It is important to behave this way as a good nurse and uphold the career.
johnsoncharlott

almost 5 years ago

2 comments

i believe all nursing homes/hospitals should have these items on their applications.very important to the quality of healing for all.
soco38nurse

almost 5 years ago

232 comments

I agree with cdnurse about using those points as a screening guide...unfortunately not all nurses out there meet even half of those qualities...
laurajane

almost 5 years ago

2 comments

Good article and the points offered would look great on a resume!
pezzy

almost 5 years ago

388 comments

awesome article
sewnew

almost 5 years ago

54 comments

GREAT ARTICLE!
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almost 5 years ago

Very good article. This could be used as a screening guide for nursing schools and for employers.
mashell4

almost 5 years ago

1066 comments

This is good information
Done

almost 5 years ago

362 comments

Great list.
Breniaha

almost 5 years ago

66 comments

That sums us up!