When Helping Hurts: A Tough Day at Backus Hospital
We all know nurses are superheroes, right? They're the calm voices, the helping hands, the ones who make us feel better when we're at our worst. They're on the front lines, day in and day out, ready to tackle anything. But what happens when these heroes need help themselves?
Well, sometimes, even superheroes get knocked down. That's what happened recently at Backus Hospital, and it’s a stark reminder of the often-unseen dangers our healthcare workers face.
Imagine this: a nurse, just doing her job, caring for a patient who was about to be discharged from psychiatric services. Suddenly, without warning, she’s struck in the face and thrown to the ground. This wasn't just a bump or a shove; we're talking a fractured nose, a concussion, and serious pain in her back and hip. All while she was simply trying to provide care.
It's a scary thought, isn't it? Our nurses go to work every day ready to heal, to comfort, to save lives. They don't expect to become victims themselves. This isn't just an isolated incident either; sadly, violence against healthcare workers is becoming an all-too-common storyline across the country. Nurses, doctors, and staff are facing increasing threats, making their already demanding jobs even more challenging.
It's a tough situation for everyone involved, including patients struggling with mental health challenges. But it absolutely highlights the critical need to protect the people who protect us. Our hospital heroes deserve a safe workplace, a place where they can focus on healing without fear of being harmed.
Let's send a huge shout-out to all the nurses and healthcare staff out there. You're appreciated more than words can say, and we need to do better to ensure your safety.
Inspired by: https://theday.com/news/823383/police-mental-health-patient-struck-backus-nurse-threw-her-to-the-ground/