Nursing can be a high stress job, especially depending on the type of facility that you work in. Whether you’re in a fast paced emergency room or you’re out visiting patients in their own homes, it’s essential to practice patience.

Enter every situation with a calm attitude. As a nurse, you take on a great deal of responsibility, and you have a duty to your patients. They look to you for expert care when they’re at their most vulnerable. Staying cool, calm, and collected at all times is good for patients, but it’s also good for you too.

Do your best to provide quality care, and remember to keep a level head in even the most daunting situations.