I love my job. I was so busy tonight that I didn't get to eat but every single one of my patients went out of their way to thank me and tell me how much I had helped them. And I did (if I do say so myself). What a privilege.
I've said this before but I'll say it again. If your nurse helps you, ie. relieves your pain, explains something you didn't understand or whatever, tell her or him. It is why we do it and is the best gift you can give us.