Recognizing KFSYSCC’s 2023 Model Nurses
Endoscopy - Huang Shunya
Since I started nursing, I have been fortunate to have the guidance of senior nurses and superiors, allowing me to grow from a naive junior to a mature professional. Each patient I've worked with has been a mentor, teaching me to treat others with love and patience. I'm thrilled to be chosen as the Model Nurse of the Year. I'm grateful for the comprehensive support and backup from my colleagues. The endoscopy unit is the best! Every senior nurse here is an exemplary model!
General Outpatient Department - Chen Guanting
Having been in the nursing profession for nearly 30 years, I realize it’s taken up a significant part of my life. Despite the journey being challenging and exhausting, there have been countless warm and touching moments. There have been ups and downs, but thanks to KFSYSCC, I have grown immensely. My own family members have received treatment at this hospital, making me more empathetic to the concerns of patients and their families. KFSYSCC is not just a big family but a beacon of hope for many patients and their relatives. I hope my colleagues will continue to work together to take care of our patients. Seeing patients’ grateful smiles make all the hard work worth it. Let's keep pushing forward together!
Radiology Nursing Team - Chen Zirong
I am deeply moved and honored to be recognized by my department as an outstanding nurse. The work in radiology nursing requires not only expertise and patience but also an understanding of the anxieties of patients and their families. Proactively showing care, listening to concerns, and comforting them are essential to help them relax during examinations. Though our interactions with patients are brief due to the busy nature of the job, I believe our professionalism and patience shine through to patients, and they can feel our care. An occasional simple thank-you from a patient or family member can re-energize me to continue serving others. Teamwork, including doctors and radiographers, is essential in achieving our shared goal of patient care. I am truly grateful for our team.
General Unit - Zhou Xiangru
KFSYSCC marked the beginning of my clinical career. In over the four years I've been a nurse, I've deeply empathized with the pain and symptoms patients endure. With the physical labor and emotional stress, nursing is undoubtedly a challenging profession. I often reflect on how I managed through my initial challenges and found joy in my work. I think the strength comes from my supportive colleagues and the respectful and inclusive environment of this hospital. KFSYSCC has taught me to care for patients, and a loving workplace propels us further together.
5 North Unit - Liao Li-Ting
After graduation, I joined the Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center. Over these six years, apart from applying my academic knowledge to clinical practice, I've observed the interactions between medical staff and patients’ families. It's more than just a doctor-patient relationship. Many patients say we're like family or friends. Building trust with genuine greetings and care not only strengthens the bond between patients and healthcare providers, but it also alleviates patients' anxieties and discomforts. I'll continue to work hard. I'm very grateful for the recognition from my colleagues and cherish this honor.
General Outpatient Care Team - Chen Mei-Chun
What is nursing? It's seeing the needs of others and offering assistance and timely care. I remember a patient's daughter, whose father had passed away years ago. Whenever she's in or near the hospital, she visits me to express gratitude for the emotional support and knowledge I provided during her father's illness. She once said, "Every time I brought my father for a check-up, seeing you in the consultation room made me feel so reassured." I've always loved nursing and interacting with patients' families, anticipating their concerns and addressing them even before they voice them out. When I see a patient or their family's relieved smile after a conversation, it warms my heart. Their simple words of gratitude make all the efforts worthwhile. I'm fortunate to work in such a fantastic hospital with understanding and communicative superiors and supportive colleagues. They make me love nursing even more.
Women's Outpatient Personal Care Nurse - Hsieh Ming-Man
I'm delighted to be recognized by my colleagues. I'm even more grateful to the hospital for providing an environment where I can take good care of patients. As a frontline nursing staff, I deeply understand the concerns and helplessness of patients and their families. Although I can't make every treatment perfect, I always remind myself to do my best and treat every patient and their family with genuine care. I let them know that we'll face the challenges of illness together. When I feel low or doubt myself at work, a simple thank you or a warm greeting from a patient reignites my passion. More importantly, I have a family who wholeheartedly supports me.
Authors: Huang Shunya, Chen Guanting, Chen Zirong, Zhou Xiangru, Liao Litin, Chen Meijun, Hsieh Mingman