Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul: 101 Stories to Celebrate, Honor and Inspire the Nursing Profession (Chicken Soup for the Soul) [Paperback]

Jack Canfield (Author), Mark Victor Hansen (Author), Nancy Mitchell Autio (Author), LeAnn Thieman L.P.N. (Author)

Book Description

Release date: August 30, 2001 | Series: Chicken Soup for the Soul

"These stories cannot help but touch the hearts and souls of all who read it, nurses or not. The authors have done nursing a wonderful service by bringing to light the touching, funny, heartfelt anecdotes shared by those at the bedside."

-Sally Russell, M.N., R.N. , Educational Director Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses

This collection of true stories champions the daily contributions, commitments and sacrifices of nurses and portrays the compassion, intellect and wit necessary to meet the challenging demands of the profession.

Stories from student nurses recall why they entered the profession; stories from seasoned nurses reveal why they stay, and some stories reflect on the "good old days." Most important, as every fan of the series knows, each story shares hope for the future.

Regardless of age or area of practice, health-care workers the world over will find their own hearts and souls in these stories as they discover the universality of what they do-and the power of their skillful hands and devoted hearts.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Still building on the long-running success of their Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen team up with coeditors Nancy Mitchell Autio and LeAnn Thieman, both nurses and previous contributors to the series, with Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul. This paean to nurses and their mission of caretaking is heartwarming, invigorating and may in some small way help reverse the current shortage of nurses nationwide.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen, the New York Times and USA Today best-selling co-authors of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, have dedicated their lives to the personal and professional success of others.

Nancy Mitchell Autio, R.N., is the co-author of Chicken Soup for the Christian Soul; Chicken Soup for the Christian Family Soul; Chicken Soup for the Surviving Soul and Chicken Soup for the Expectant Mother's Soul.

LeAnn Thieman has been a nurse for thirty-one years. Her book, This Must Be My Brother, chronicles her daring adventure to help rescue three hundred babies as Saigon was falling to the Communists. This story was featured in Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul, and she has written stories for six other Chicken Soup books.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: HCI; 1 edition (August 30, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1558749330
• ISBN-13: 978-1558749337
• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #391,216 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars What's better than holiday OT and a Sales Rep with donuts? August 21, 2001

By NorCalReader

Format:Paperback

So for nurses, what is better than holiday overtime and that nice young pharmaceutical rep with the glazed donuts? War stories! And a whole group of other nurses to share them with.

Let's face it, we have to edit our stories around lay people, temper the humor, spare them the deep, down visceral core of our feelings---the fact that have to laugh in the face of disaster, and that we cry in linen closets. But around other nurses? Honey, just sit down a minute and prop up those tired feet and let me tell you a tale....

This is what is so absolutely great about Chicken Soup For the Nurse's Soul: it's the nitty gritty on why we love our profession. And why we continue to love it in the midst of our hardest times, our darkest hours and even now when our country is in crisis with a nationwide nursing shortage. It's a book about dedication and caring. And just who it is on the other side of that thermometer.

Every story in this book is aimed right at our hearts---to make us cry, laugh, shake our heads at what we have survived, and to bring us hope and strength. To make us proud of what we do.

Kudos to Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, LeAnn Thieman--a hero in her own right-- and Nancy Mitchell Autio for this gift you have given us: The right to speak out and be proud.

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Nurse's need this! September 26, 2001

By A Customer

Format:Hardcover

Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul is a book long overdue. These stories cannot help but touch the hearts and souls of all who read it, nurses or not. Nurses will recognize their own experiences somewhere in these stories, which affirm the personal nature of nursing and the importance of personal touch involved in the care of others. The authors have done nursing a wonderful service in bringing to light the touching, funny, heartfelt anecdotes shared by those at the bedside.
Sally Russell, M.N, R.N
Educational Director
Academy if Medical Surgical Nurses

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Morale Booster November 30, 2001

By Laura Lagana

Format:Paperback

This diverse blend of candid and illuminating stories helps to illustrate what nurses really do, and their importance in balancing the healthcare equation. The heart and soul of nursing
involves far more than the fictional portrayals depicted on television or in the movies. “Chicken Soup for the Nurse’s Soul” comes at a time when this dwindling number of overworked, overstressed and underpaid “angels of mercy” everywhere struggle to practice their art against all odds. I highly recommend regular portions of this morale booster.

Laura Lagana (...)

13 of 16 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great books for nurses April 12, 2002

By Jen W.

Format:Paperback

Every nurse can relate to the emotions portrayed in this book. The short story format is perfect for the busy nurse to read. The next time you want to remember that special nurse in your life or the one who helped you through a crises, or if you are a nurse yourself, read this book! It's my second favorite inspirational book -- my first being "Open Your Mind, Open Your Life: A Book of Wisdom" by Taro Gold. Giving these kind of inspirational gift books assures that your present lasts longer than candy and flowers and will boost the readers' self esteem! Every nurse I have known who has read these books has loved them!

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Heart Warming Memories December 26, 2001

By A Customer

Format:Hardcover

I have been a nurse for 21 years and have never read any book that depicts the true value of this wonderful profession. Each story is so easy to relate to. I hope that anyone who is a nurse or knows a nurse reads this book!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Registered Nurse March 23, 2005

By Frogger

Format:Paperback

Chicken Soup for the Nurses Soul

Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Nancy Mitchell Autio- R.N, LeAnn Thieman

Chicken Soup for the Nurses Soul there were a lot of different stories told by actual nurses. There was all kind of stories. Nurses expressing their feelings and telling jokes about some of the finest experiences they have been through. Some of the writers were giving advice for those who read the book or want to become a nurse.

There were chapters on love, comfort a lot of Inspirational talk. This book inspired me because I felt that these people were being honest. It sounds so real because I work in a hospital and there is so much affection that is needed.

Those who want to become a nurse should really read this book. The details that are given to the readers are excellent. There is some emotional advice and stories.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul September 25, 2001

By Mary H McMahon

Format:Hardcover

Looking for a gift for that special nurse in your life? Written by nurses, this collection honestly represents the contibutions, dedication and sacrifices endured daily by nurses, portraying the intellect and wit necessary to meet the complex and ever-challenging demands of the profession. Reading the stories included in this book reminds me of why I choose this profession. Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul will be cherished by nurses and everyone who lives have been touched by a special nurse.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful! September 26, 2001

By A Customer

Format:Hardcover

Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul pays grateful tribute to nurses - - those exalted and capable servants who selflessly tend the sick, injured, aged, and downhearted with deep compassion and unceasing dedication. Containing more than one hundred true stories of service and sacrifice, this uplifting book tugs on your heart strings and tickles your funny bone while artfully honoring the noble profession of nursing. Anyone who has ever been the recipient or the provider of health care will be challenged, motivated, and enlightened by these inspiring, true-life examples of exceptional courage, commitment and caring.
Dr. Mom, Marianne Neifert, MD