Reid Health Richmond Nurse Honor Guard
Reid Health Richmond Nurse Honor Guard provides end-of-life tributes to nurses, featuring the Nightingale Tribute, Last Call of Duty, and Florence Nightingale lamp presentation.
Reid Health Richmond Nurse Honor Guard tribute
The Reid Health Richmond Nurse Honor Guard, established in 2023, honors nurses' dedication by providing dignified end-of-life tributes. This volunteer-led initiative offers services at no charge to the families of nurses in the Reid Health service area. The Honor Guard's presence serves as a testament to the profound impact nurses have on their communities.
Who’s eligible for a Nurse Honor Guard tribute?
The service is available to any nurse – registered nurse (RN), nurse practitioner (NP), nurse anesthetist, licensed practical nurse (LPN), active or retired, in good standing, with the Board of Nursing, within the Reid Health service area.
In addition to posthumous honors, the Nurse Honor Guard offers living tributes to nurses nearing the end of life, celebrating their contributions while they’re still present.
Services provided
Below are a list of services as part of the Nurse Honor Guard tribute:
- Traditional attire: Honor guard members attend services in traditional nurse uniforms, complete with cap and cape, symbolizing the nursing profession’s heritage.
- Nightingale Tribute: The tribute is a ceremonial reading honoring the nurse’s commitment to compassionate care.
- Last Call of Duty: A solemn acknowledgment of the nurse’s final call to duty.
- Florence Nightingale Lamp presentation: The symbolic passing of the lamp to the family, representing the ensuring legacy of nursing.
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A Nurse's Prayer
Give me strength and wisdom,
When other need my touch;
A soothing word to speak to them,
Their hearts yearn for so much.
Give me joy and laughter,
To life a weary soul;
Pour in me compassion,
To make the broke whole.
Give me the gentle healing hands,
For those left in my care;
A blessing to those who need me,
This is a nurse’s prayer.
We'd love to honor your loved one
If you're interested in volunteering for the Nurse Honor Guard or would like to request a tribute, please submit the form below.