#black nurses

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[notesfromthepalace]

Ur fave black academic - yes I have study outfits

Nursing here I come, as cute and studious as possible 🩺

*coming to you from my home office

[influencingforjohn]

Dear Heavenly Father,

I come to you seeking protection and guidance for my nursing license. Just as You instructed Moses to protect the lives of Your people, I ask You to safeguard my career and reputation.

May Your angels watch over me, keeping me from harm and error (Psalm 91:11). Grant me wisdom and knowledge to make sound decisions, and may my hands be steady and sure as I care for Your precious children (Psalm 138:8).

As I wear my uniform, may it be like armor, protecting me from false accusations and malicious intent (Ephesians 6:11-12). May my integrity and compassion shine like a beacon, reflecting Your love and grace.

Lord, I commit my license and career to You. May it be used for Your glory, and may I always remember that I am serving You and Your people (Colossians 3:23-24).

In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

[blackstarlineage]

Mary Seacole (1805–1881) was a pioneering British-Jamaican nurse, healer, and businesswoman who is celebrated for her heroic work during the Crimean War and for challenging racial and gender barriers of her time. Born Mary Jane Grant in Kingston, Jamaica, in 1805, she was the daughter of a Scottish soldier and a Jamaican mother who was a traditional healer. Her mother’s expertise in herbal medicine inspired Seacole, and she developed her skills as a nurse and practitioner of traditional remedies.

Seacole travelled widely throughout her life, gaining medical knowledge and experience. She worked as a nurse in Jamaica, Cuba, Panama, and other parts of the Caribbean, treating patients suffering from tropical diseases such as cholera and yellow fever. Her reputation as a skilled healer grew, and her adventurous spirit took her to many parts of the world.

Mary Seacole is best known for her contributions during the Crimean War (1853–1856). When the war broke out, Seacole sought to offer her nursing services to the British government but faced rejection, likely due to the racial prejudices of the time. Undeterred, she traveled to the Crimea independently, funding her own journey. There, she established the "British Hotel" near the front lines, a facility that served as both a hospital and a respite for soldiers. Seacole provided medical care, comfort, and food to wounded and sick soldiers, earning their admiration and respect. Her bravery and compassion on the battlefield led soldiers to affectionately refer to her as "Mother Seacole."

After the war, Seacole faced financial difficulties, but her contributions were eventually recognized. In 1857, she published her autobiography, The Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands, which offered a vivid account of her life and work. The book was well-received and helped bring attention to her achievements. Despite her accomplishments, Seacole was largely overshadowed in her time by figures such as Florence Nightingale, though she remained beloved by those who knew her.

Mary Seacole died on May 14, 1881, in London. She was buried in Kensal Green Cemetery, and her grave remained a place of respect and commemoration. Though her contributions were initially underappreciated, Seacole's legacy has been increasingly celebrated in modern times. She is now recognized as a trailblazer in nursing and a symbol of resilience and courage, especially for her defiance of racial and gender barriers. Statues, awards, and honours have been established in her name, ensuring her place as one of history’s most inspiring figures. 🇯🇲

[theereina]

Black Women in the Medical/Healthcare Field 🏥👩🏾‍⚕️🩺🥼💉💊

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My uncle is the most thoughtful guy ever!❤️

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Post 68: Docs/ Medical Professionals

Britney Daniels

Britney Daniels is a ER nurse, advocate for racial equality and author! Her debut memoir Journal of Black Queer Nurse came out in 2023. She says she is "unapologetically queer, and black". You go sis!

[ausetkmt]

This is Washington DC Freedmans Hospital Nurses Class of 1930. Splendid

*On this date, 1862, the Freedmen’s Hospital School of Nursing opened. This was a hospital for Blacks founded by Dr. Daniel Hale Williams.

Freedmen's Hospital began during the American Civil War after the start of the Freedmen's Bureau, a social service system. Many freed slaves poured into Washington, D.C., hoping their needs would be supplied. Because of these circumstances, the War Department of the Federal Government decided to establish a "Freedmen's Bureau" to create an emergency facility to care for the sick and needy.

In 1967, an Act of Congress transferred Freedmen’s Hospital and School of Nursing to Howard University. 1969 Howard University College of Nursing was established with Dr. Anna B. Coles as its first Dean. Freedmen's Hospital School of Nursing was phased out and admitted its last class in 1970. It graduated its last class in 1973. By then, 1,700 nurses had graduated from Freedmen's Hospital of Nursing.