Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa

 Nurses’ Pledge of Service

I solemnly pledge myself to the service of humanity and endeavor to practice my profession with conscience and ith dignity.

I will maintain by all the means in my power the honour and the noble tradition of myprofession.

The total health of my patients will be my first consideration.

I will hold in confidence all personal matters

coming to my knowledge.

I will not permit consideration of religion, nationality, race or social standing to intervene between my duty and my patient.

I will maintain the utmost respect for human life.

I make these promises solemnly, freely and upon my honour.