Author(s):
Aiswarya S, Anjana, Anuradha Singh, Ayushi Goutam, Bhagyavanti, Deepika Sharma, Gayathri Das PP, Haritha S, Jyoti Yadav, Kalpana Choudhary, Kashish, Kavitha Kumari, Kriti Kumawat1, Monika Goswami1, Muskan Jangid1, Neha Pooja1, Pooja Godara, Prachi Singh, Pramila, Priya, Priya Kumari, Pammi Yadav, Punam, Ranjana, Sarita, Shivani, Sulangana Mukherjee, Tanisha Naruka, Trisha Adhya, S.K. Mohanasundari
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DOI:
10.52711/2454-2660.2024.00046 
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Aiswarya S1, Anjana1, Anuradha Singh1, Ayushi Goutam1, Bhagyavanti1, Deepika Sharma1, Gayathri Das PP1, Haritha S1, Jyoti Yadav1, Kalpana Choudhary1, Kashish1, Kavitha Kumari1, Kriti Kumawat1, Monika Goswami1, Muskan Jangid1, Neha Pooja1, Pooja Godara1, Prachi Singh1, Pramila1, Priya1, Priya Kumari1, Pammi Yadav1, Punam1, Ranjana, Sarita1, Shivani1, Sulangana Mukherjee, 1 Tanisha Naruka1, Trisha Adhya1 and S.K. Mohanasundari2
11st Year B.Sc. (Hon’s) Nursing, College of Nursing, AIIMS Bibinagar.
2Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, AIIMS Bibinagar.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 12,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2024
ABSTRACT:
The lamp lighting ceremony in nursing symbolizes the transition of nursing students into the professional realm, drawing inspiration from the legacy of Florence Nightingale, the pioneer of modern nursing. Rooted in deep symbolism, the ceremony incorporates the lighting of a lamp, reminiscent of Nightingale's iconic role as "the lady with the lamp." This act signifies enlightenment, the removal of ignorance, and a commitment to a lasting wealth of wisdom. As nursing students embark on their professional journey, the ceremony serves as a formal declaration of their entry into the nursing profession, marking the culmination of education and training. Unique to nursing, the ceremony fosters a sense of community, professional identity, and pride among students. It instills inspiration, motivation, and a reflective stance on values, connecting students to the historical roots and traditions of nursing. With a focus on the positive impact nurses can have on patients' lives, the lamp lighting ceremony becomes a memorable and impactful milestone in the educational and professional journey of nursing students.
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Aiswarya S, Anjana, Anuradha Singh, Ayushi Goutam, Bhagyavanti, Deepika Sharma, Gayathri Das PP, Haritha S, Jyoti Yadav, Kalpana Choudhary, Kashish, Kavitha Kumari, Kriti Kumawat1, Monika Goswami1, Muskan Jangid1, Neha Pooja1, Pooja Godara, Prachi Singh, Pramila, Priya, Priya Kumari, Pammi Yadav, Punam, Ranjana, Sarita, Shivani, Sulangana Mukherjee, Tanisha Naruka, Trisha Adhya, S.K. Mohanasundari. Legacy and Traditions: Florence Nightingale, the Lamp Lighting Ceremony, the Nursing Pledge and Students Perceptive. International Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2024; 12(3):215-8. doi: 10.52711/2454-2660.2024.00046
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Aiswarya S, Anjana, Anuradha Singh, Ayushi Goutam, Bhagyavanti, Deepika Sharma, Gayathri Das PP, Haritha S, Jyoti Yadav, Kalpana Choudhary, Kashish, Kavitha Kumari, Kriti Kumawat1, Monika Goswami1, Muskan Jangid1, Neha Pooja1, Pooja Godara, Prachi Singh, Pramila, Priya, Priya Kumari, Pammi Yadav, Punam, Ranjana, Sarita, Shivani, Sulangana Mukherjee, Tanisha Naruka, Trisha Adhya, S.K. Mohanasundari. Legacy and Traditions: Florence Nightingale, the Lamp Lighting Ceremony, the Nursing Pledge and Students Perceptive. International Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2024; 12(3):215-8. doi: 10.52711/2454-2660.2024.00046 Available on: https://ijneronline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2024-12-3-14
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