Sickbay Nurse

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The Sickbay Nurse assists Dr. Beverly Crusher by initiating medical tests for Laura Manheim during a critical moment of escalating medical crisis. Operating within the Starfleet medical environment, this nurse provides essential clinical support under the pressing urgency of genetic deterioration and experimental medical conditions. Though unnamed, the nurse plays a vital operational role in advancing diagnostic procedures that underpin the episode’s heightened tension and the crew’s struggle to understand and contend with the dangerous scientific breakthroughs. The nurse’s actions reflect professionalism and a measured efficiency within the high-stakes atmosphere of Starfleet’s sickbay.

8 appearances

Starfleet Medical Operations

Also known as: Sickbay Nurse, Chastised Nurse, Nurse

Sickbay Nurse's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

8 moments

S1E22 · Skin of Evil

Tasha Yar's Death Confirmed in Sickbay

Anxious but composed, focused on executing medical orders rapidly and accurately.

The Sickbay Nurse assists Dr. Crusher with attaching medical devices, administering the norepinephrine injection, and monitoring Tasha’s reactions. The nurse’s anxious yet professional presence underscores the urgency and gravity of …

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S1E24 · We'll Always Have Paris

Picard and Laura Confront Manheim’s Legacy Amidst Urgent Crisis

Focused and calm, performing duties with measured efficiency.

The Sickbay Nurse supports Dr. Crusher by promptly initiating medical tests for Laura, acting efficiently within the high-pressure environment, though without significant narrative focus.

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S2E11 · Contagion (Star Trek: The Next Generation)

Pulaski Reverts Sickbay to Low‑Tech Triage

Embarrassed and stressed, anxious about making mistakes under supervision yet compelled to keep working.

A nurse is publicly chastised, pushed aside as Pulaski moves past, and remains in the chaotic sickbay assisting where directed—visibly embarrassed but continuing hands‑on support.

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S3E1 · Evolution

Systems Restored, Stubbs' Facade

Calm, focused, and businesslike—concern is managed through protocol rather than discussion.

Assists Doctor Crusher by preparing the patient to sit up and checks readiness, responding to the doctor's cue with a professional question and steady hands.

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S3E1 · Evolution

Family Fault Lines in Sickbay

Calm, businesslike focus on patient care with no visible anxiety—serving as a quiet stabilizing presence in the room.

The sickbay nurse assists by querying the patient's readiness, acknowledging Beverly's cue, and practically facilitating Stubbs' transition from lying to sitting and then standing.

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S3E1 · Evolution

Holodeck Injury Forces Immediate Shutdown

Startled by the idea that a holodeck injured someone, but quickly composed and nurturing while performing necessary tasks.

The Sickbay nurse helps place Annette on the exam table, reminds Beverly that holodecks are supposed to prevent injuries, hands Beverly a diagnostic instrument, and offers hot chocolate to calm …

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S3E14 · A Matter of Perspective

Sickbay Clearance Interrupted by Radiation Breach

Professional concern and heightened alertness; focused on following orders and protecting the patient rather than panic.

The Sickbay Nurse assists with the exam, then reacts to the Security alert by rapidly switching from clinical support to evacuation aid, helping move the crewwoman and clearing equipment out …

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S3E14 · A Matter of Perspective

Sickbay Radiation Breach — Calm Shattered

Focused and service‑oriented, surface calm masks anxiety as the situation escalates and duties pivot from care to evacuation.

The Sickbay Nurse assists with the exam, then helps move patients and equipment toward exits, responding quickly to orders and physical cues as the environment degrades.

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