Nurses honoured for ‘Power Behind Care’
Life Westville Hospital celebrates its nursing team, whose expertise and compassion make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families every day.
LIFE Westville Hospital proudly honoured its nurses on May 12, a day which is recognised globally as International Nurses’ Day.
Marketing and communications manager at the hospital, Nicola Hariparsad, said nurses are dedicated professionals whose expertise, compassion and teamwork support patients at each stage of their healthcare journey.
“International Nurses’ Day is not only an opportunity to celebrate the commitment, but also to recognise nursing as a highly skilled clinical profession that continues to evolve in response to increasingly complex healthcare needs.”

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This year’s theme, ‘The Power Behind Care’, reflects the essential role nurses play across the continuum of care that deliver safe and sustainable healthcare.
Merle Victor, the chief nurse officer at Life Healthcare, said, “When we invest in and empower nurses, we strengthen the entire system of care. Nurses are, without question, the power behind care.”
“Our nurses are the heart of compassionate healthcare. Their dedication, resilience, and unwavering commitment to patient care make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families every single day.
“On Nurses Day, we celebrate and thank each nurse for the incredible role they play in healing, comforting, and serving our community with excellence,” added Ishan Sewpersad, the hospital manager.
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