In your opinion, what are the three most important qualities a nurse should possess?

"For me, the first foundational, necessary quality is caring, and from that stems empathy. Right now, at this stage of my career, I would answer a willingness to learn and attention to detail. I have a lot to learn from those who mentor me, and I feel that being precise and paying attention to detail when someone's health or life may depend on it is an essential quality."

"I think the three most important qualities a nurse should possess are compassion, openness, and a strong work ethic. We must be compassionate because we care for patients at various stages of health concerns, and patients deserve respect and great care. We have to be open because healthcare knowledge and treatments change constantly. We need to be willing to learn new evidenced-based ways of doing things. And we have to be hard-working because nursing takes stamina and effort. Even when my patient assignment isn't extremely demanding, I will need to be willing and able to help my co-workers with their patients' needs."