We honor the life and legacy of Rosalie “Rose” Hudson, a cherished nurse whose unwavering commitment and compassion made her an irreplaceable part of our profession.

Rose graduated from Coalinga College and dedicated over three decades of her life to the Emergency Department at Riverside General Hospital for over 30 years. In that fast-paced, high-stakes environment, she was not just a nurse — she was calm in the storm, a skilled healer, and a comforting presence to all who passed through those ER doors.

Rose loved her work deeply. Her passion for nursing radiated in every shift, in every life she touched, and in every colleague she mentored. She was more than clinically exceptional — she was a leader, a teacher, and a friend. Her wisdom shaped the hearts and hands of a new generation of nurses, and her influence will echo through their work for years to come.

To those of us lucky enough to know her, Rose was the embodiment of grace, kindness, and strength. She inspired with her quiet dedication and uplifted with her gentle spirit. Her legacy is etched in the countless lives she cared for, in the lessons she passed down, and in the loving memories we carry forward.

Though she no longer walks among us, the light she gave to this world shines on. In every act of care, in every moment of empathy — Rose lives on. Her service to the nursing profession was not simply a job. It was her calling, her mission, and her gift to this world.