Letter: Try to survive without a nurse

There is no reason to exclude nurses from the "professional" list. Nurses provide essential care, and there is a severe shortage of nurses. A Registered Nurse (RN) is absolutely considered a healthcare professional, with specialized education, ethical standards, and critical skills, able to make important decisions to save a patient's life. Nurses are highly trained, skilled professionals whose critical thinking, knowledge, and work ethic is highly coveted. They are professional lifesavers. Nurses are crucial because they provide direct patient care, act as patient advocates, educators, and coordinators, bridging communication between patients, families, and doctors, ensuring safety, managing treatment, and improving health outcomes through constant monitoring and compassionate support, making them the backbone of the healthcare system. Thank a nurse.