October 8, 2025Today, on International Emergency Nurses Day, we celebrate these extraordinary professionals whose resilience, compassion, and unwavering dedication form the backbone of our Emergency Departments.
Every day, our emergency teams care for hundreds of patients and families who turn to us in moments of crisis. With over 330 presentations daily and a team of approximately 240 nursing staff across our campuses, our emergency nurses work tirelessly to provide safe, timely, and compassionate care to everyone who walks through our doors.
Daniel Crompton, Emergency Department Director at Northern Health, expressed his gratitude to the team for the difference they make each day.
“Congratulations to all our emergency nurses this International Emergency Nurses Day. I can’t express enough how much I value everything you do. You go above and beyond every single day, and it’s a privilege to work alongside such an exceptional team. You are, without a doubt, the most awesome team I could ask for. Thank you for your incredible work.”
Working in emergency is no easy feat. It demands resilience, empathy, adaptability, and teamwork, often under intense and unpredictable circumstances. Yet, our nurses continue to rise to every challenge, showing remarkable professionalism and compassion even in the most demanding situations. Their work reflects not only clinical excellence but also the human side of healthcare – where empathy, kindness, and teamwork shine through in every interaction.
Amanda Paleologos, Nurse Unit Manager of the Emergency Department, says, “I’d like to thank all of my incredible team this Emergency Nurses Day for the work they do today and every day. It’s an incredible privilege to lead such compassionate, skilled, and committed nurses who make a difference in the lives of so many.”
At Northern Health, we are immensely proud of our emergency nurses who embody our values of Safe, Kind, and Together. Their commitment to supporting patients, families, and each other forms the foundation of our emergency care.
