Enter to Learn; Go Forth to Serve | A. Elaine Bond | July 2003
Nov 1, 2023
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A. Elaine Bond shares stories from her time as a trauma and disaster nurse, emphasizing unity, service, and love towards others. The speaker reflects on their journey to becoming a nursing teacher at BYU through spiritual experiences and continuous self-assessment. The podcast discusses acts of kindness, heroism, and community solidarity in the face of tragedy. Students engage in global service projects to support children in Africa, Palestine, and Jordan, highlighting the impact of providing care in diverse cultural contexts.
Emotional care is integral to nursing, impacting patients more than technical medical interventions.
BYU emphasizes spiritual growth alongside academic preparation, highlighting the importance of serving others.
Deep dives
Importance of Comfort and Emotional Care in Nursing
Nursing involves more than medical procedures; it requires providing emotional care and comfort to patients. The validation nurses receive often stems from comforting patients in times of fear or pain, rather than technical medical interventions. Personal interactions, such as offering reassurance or physical comfort, leave a lasting impact on patients, highlighting the crucial role of emotional support in nursing.
BYU's Purpose and Connection to Service
Brigham Young University (BYU) aims to prepare students not only academically but also spiritually, emphasizing the importance of serving others. Former Church leaders highlighted BYU's responsibility to develop students both intellectually and spiritually, preparing them to make positive contributions in the world. BYU serves as a microcosm of the Church, fostering a community where academic and spiritual growth are intertwined.
Service-Learning Experiences in Jordan
BYU nursing students engaged in service-learning experiences in Jordan, emphasizing the profound impact of service beyond medical procedures. Through providing emotional care and education, the students made a difference in the lives of the individuals they served. The experiences in Jordan reinforced the universal language of love and the significance of personal growth through service and compassion.
A. Elaine Bond shares stories from her time as a trauma and disaster nurse, showing the importance of unity, service, and love toward others. Click here to view the speech page.