Words matter, and in this memo they reveal the true intentions—to devalue the employee. In nursing school we teach students to NOT use the phrase ‘non-compliant’. It is dehumanizing and patients feel unvalued and unheard. 3 key ethical principles guide nursing practice: (a) respect for autonomy, (b) beneficence, and (c) non-maleficence.. When a patient is ‘non-compliant’ there is always a reason.
It’s not anyone’s business to know our vaccine status. Do not comply.
Words matter, and in this memo they reveal the true intentions—to devalue the employee. In nursing school we teach students to NOT use the phrase ‘non-compliant’. It is dehumanizing and patients feel unvalued and unheard. 3 key ethical principles guide nursing practice: (a) respect for autonomy, (b) beneficence, and (c) non-maleficence.. When a patient is ‘non-compliant’ there is always a reason.