The Importance of Nursing in American Culture Nursing is a field of work that so many people find themselves fascinated by, as well as harboring a certain degree of respect. We look at nurses with a sense of admiration and reverence and look to them for security in times of need. What makes nursing such a desirable and compelling field for other people? Although doctors are normally in the spotlight, nursing is of profound importance in American culture. Nurses provide comfort and security, as well as knowledge of medical aids. The field of nursing has the advantage of coming from an ancient, yet timeless field that has flourished throughout history to have a great impact on our culture today. The role of the nurse in our society today is exceptionally significant. Nurses are somewhat idolized and considered our everyday “superman”. “The mission of nursing in society is to help individuals, families and groups determine and achieve their physical, mental and social potential, and to do so within the challenging context of the environment in which they live and work” (“The Role of a nurse/midwife”). Many Americans look to nurses to provide primary health care services and health education (Whelan). In our country there is constantly someone who needs healthcare. There will always be a child who will be born or a person who will die, someone who will get sick or grow old. Some people, due to their physical and/or mental health status, are completely dependent on a nurse and would not be able to overcome simple everyday obstacles or meet the necessary demands of a simple day without their help. Nurses not only help and care for you when you are sick, but also act to promote the good health of others. They end up... in the middle of a sheet of paper... or worries" (Campbell). The profound importance of nursing in our culture begins with the little people and the forgotten importance of the school nurse. Works Cited Barnet, Diana, Navy. "What does it mean to be a nurse?" Dir. Kathy Douglas. Perf. Marilyn Chow. "Nurse." , An Bord Altranais. Np, ndWeb.04 May 2014.Weatherford, Doris. "National Museum of Women's History." Introduction to the Past". American Nursing: An Introduction to the Past. Penn Nursing Science, nd Web. 02 May 2014.