PSNA has added a new continuing education offering titled, “Factors Influencing Excellence in Nursing.” As nurses around the globe confront complex changes in health care, they must seek ways to preserve the quality and effectiveness of the care they provide patients and their families. Nurses report the emotional and moral distress they experience as they cope with heavy workloads and time constraints. Many consider leaving the profession. However, others choose to remain in the nursing profession striving to perform extraordinary work despits the obstacles they encounter. In other words, they seek to do good work. This article discusses the concept of good work, particularly as it relates to nursing. Implications for clinical practice will be highlighted. FREE to PSNA members, $10 non-members. Click here to access the article.