Cita Fitzgerald
In a world turned upside down by a global pandemic, a resilient nurse dares to ask the questions many were too afraid to voice.From humble beginnings in the Philippines to a 30+year clinical career. This deeply personal memoir traces the journey of a dedicated registered nurse shaped by the timeless principles and enduring legacy of the Florence Nightingale’s Pledge which we, as nurses, all promised to adhere to. With raw honesty and unwavering conviction, Cita FitzGerald reflects on what it truly means to serve, and to protect the vulnerable. Advocate for patients and to uphold an oath when the system itself feels fractured.Through powerful real-life encounters - moments of courage, moral distress, sacrifice and compassion - she reveals the unseen realities of hospital life. From life-and-death emergencies to quiet acts of humanity, this book exposes the emotional toll of nursing and the strength required to stand firm in the face of a broken authority, constructed fear and unjustified isolation.More than a memoir, this is a call to critical thinking. A call to remember the foundations of healthcare and its proven safety practices. A call to protect the dignity, autonomy and rights of every individual.Unfiltered, provocative and heartfelt, this story challenges readers to reflect, to question and, above all, to rediscover the courage to say no to bullies when conscience demands it.This book is both a reckoning and a reminder of why the profession exists in the first place. For anyone who has ever trusted a nurse - and for every nurse who has ever struggled to honour their pledge.
