Not less than seventy-six (76) registered student nurses from the Department of Nursing Science, Redeemer’s University were recently inducted into the Nursing profession at the Redeemer’s University Event Centre.
The Dean, Faculty of Nursing, University of Ibadan, Prof. Prisca Adewumi, during her keynote speech explored the theme, “Embarking on a Journey Towards Excellence in Nursing Practice: the Myriad of Diversity and Opportunities,” urged the inductees to pursue excellence and uphold the highest standards throughout their careers.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Shadrach Akindele, who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ahmed Yerima, reminded the inductees that nursing is a noble calling to serve humanity. He encouraged them to serve with love and care, just as they had been taught during their training, “be good and proud ambassadors of the profession,” he said.
Dr. (Mrs.) Deborah Onisile, Head of the Nursing Science Department, offered encouraging advice to the new inductees, reminding them that their journey is a marathon, not a sprint. She urged them to stay persistent and never relent in their pursuit for excellence.
In his remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Prof. Olumide Olukanni, urged the inductees to attend to their patients with patience and in an ethical manner. He also urged them to be open to changes and embrace new innovations. “You are stepping into the health environment that is changing and you must be open to changes,” he said.
Prof. Olukanni, emphasized the importance of being “SMART” nurses. He encouraged the inductees to “Stay strong, Make a difference, Adapt to change, be Reliable, and maintain Trustworthiness”. He stressed that these qualities are essential in providing the best care for their patients. “Learn new techniques and embrace new opportunities, believe in yourself and ability; this is important because smart and intelligent nurses are the future of health care,” he said.