The nursing profession is the epitome of selflessness. Last week, Russell Medical nurse Jemima Forman was recognized for her dedication to her career.
Every year during Nurses Appreciation Week, Russell Medical hosts a Nightingale Ceremony to honor a nurse who embodies the contributions Florence Nightingale made to the nursing profession centuries ago.
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