LIFE Crompton Hospital celebrated International Nurses’ Day by treating its staff with a special lunch on Friday.

International Nurses’ Day is celebrated annually on May 12, the anniversary of the founder of modern day nursing, Florence Nightingale’s birthday.

The theme for International Nurses’ Day 2025 is ‘Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies’.

Nurse manager Viloshnee Ponnan said the hospital always recognises their dedicated nurses on this day.

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“We do not only celebrate them for their clinical skills but also for their emotional labour, critical thinking, and their unwavering commitment to excellence.

“We celebrate the late-night shifts, the long hours, and the countless moments of kindness and compassion that they show to our patients and their loved ones. Nurses are truly the backbone of Life The Crompton hospital,” said Ponnan, adding that the management team are honoured to work alongside them.

Aligned to May 12 is Life Healthcare’s Great 100 Nurses initiative, recognising nurses who have been chosen by their peers for epitomising quality and compassion in their daily work.

Receiving this title were registered nurses, Karan George and Mbali Shezi.

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George, who has been in the nursing profession for 24 years, said she feels honoured and privileged for the recognition.

The wife and mother of two daughters said she chose a career in nursing to help people, serve humanity and to preserve life.

“Being a nurse is so rewarding and fulfilling, I feel so complete at the end of each day,” she said.
George also thanked the management for its support, team work, leadership, guidance and the warmth they portray.

“It is amazing,” said the nurse with a smile.

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