During my pinning ceremony, I pledged the Florence Nightingale Pledge and vowed to uphold the standards established by those who came before me. As Dr. Breerwood reminded us, “These are our future heroes; nurses make sacrifices when going into another person’s life, often in a time of darkness, while being a beacon of hope and light for them.” This message continues to guide my practice and inspires me to uphold the highest standards of compassion, professionalism, and ethical care. I consistently protect patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance, serve as a resource and mentor for new staff to foster teamwork and professional growth, maintain current licensure and certifications while pursuing continuing education, and communicate effectively and respectfully with team members.