KUCHING: Normah Medical Specialist Centre (NMSC) is doubling down on its commitment to nurse empowerment through initiatives focused on safe staffing, career growth, and staff well-being.
Speaking at the Annual Nurses Day Assembly 2025 today, NMSC nursing director Nadzrah Basri said sustained investment in nursing development is key to delivering quality healthcare and retaining talent.
“When we care for our nurses, we ensure better care for our patients and strengthen trust in our healthcare system,” she said during the event held at the Auditorium, Level 4 of Normah Clinic.
Nadzrah outlined several initiatives under way, including a Continuous Nursing Education (CNE) programme, weekly knowledge-sharing sessions, structured mentorship for junior staff, and wellness activities designed to support both emotional and professional resilience.
“We are prioritising the support systems that enable nurses to thrive not just to function, but to grow,” she said.
“We’re not stopping here. Our focus is also on creating a healthy work environment and advocating for safe staffing levels,” she said.
Highlighting the importance of appreciation, she addressed her fellow nurses directly: “To all my nurses here today, thank you for your strength, your care, and your dedication. Even in the toughest times, you’ve shown professionalism, compassion, and courage.”
Themed ‘Our Nurses. Our Future: Caring for Nurses Strengthens Economies’, the assembly brought together nursing staff to reflect on the vital role they play in the healthcare ecosystem.
Veteran nursing officer Lucy Voon Siaw Lin, who has served for 36 years, echoed the call for continued management support.
“This year and beyond, the future of nursing depends on teamwork, leadership, and meaningful support.
“With collaboration, we can ease challenges such as administrative overload and focus on improving the working lives of nurses,” she said.
