Introduction In this paper I will discuss the definition of nursing; and share my thoughts on what makes the Ideal Nurse. I will also focus on my pursuit into the nursing profession, and how I will be influenced by entering the profession of nursing. Nursing Definition According to the ANA, “nursing is the protection, promotion, optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of healing alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response
prerequisites classes for nursing with an A. Gaining enough knowledge to be an expert in a nursing field. Then, I plan on applying into the nursing program at Valencia. I have chosen to get my Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) over accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) simply for the cost aspect, it is much cheaper. Choosing to get my BSN first would put me in tons of debt. The cost of school is very expensive and I do not want to go into debt for my education. So, if I get an Associate’s Degree
As I prepare to enter the nursing field, I am confronted with the complexity of this career. There are no strict guidelines as to how we choose to care for our patients making it the nurses responsibility to ensure quality care. Every patient is unique and deserves to have their care tailored to them. Creating a personalized care plan can be difficult because there are so many aspects that make each person different such as their diagnosis, lifestyle choices, socioeconomic status and ethnicity. However
Evidence-based practice in nursing "includes blending clinical judgment and expertise with the best available research and patient characteristics and preference."(Treas & Wilkinson,2014, p. 104) "It requires a transition from nursing care that is base on opinions, past practices, and tradition to practice that is base on scientific research and proven evidence."(Catalano, 2015, p. 589) The goal of evidence-based practice is to improve the quality of care by identifying the most cost-efficient treatments
My initial interest in nursing began from my experience with my grandmother. It was in the fall of 2007 when my grandmother was sent to the hospital due to hypernatremia. My dad would pick me up every afternoon from school to visit my grandmother. I was given the responsibility to look after my grandma for nearly two weeks that includes in feeding her, assisting her, and other light duties. What fascinate me during my visits in the hospital were the nurses who assisted and took care of my grandma
A Life of a Nurse Do you ever dream becoming a nurse? Well, as for me, I have been dreaming of becoming a nurse since I was a kid because I grew up in an environment where my relatives’ work is related to the medical field. A nurse’s job is tracking and monitoring patients’ health and progress. Nurses can also give medicines to the patients and they assist the doctor. Nurses in different countries have their own responsibilities. Here in the USA, we have LPN, RN, and many more, but in other countries
Development The history and development of the nursing profession is very interesting. Theoretically, nursing is believed to have began in the home as a result of the tradition of women taking care of their family when needed, whether it be the role of a wife, a daughter, a mother, or a sister (Self Growth). Women were the typical use for the care of society. Nursing beginning in the home is just a basic belief that came about from modern type thinking. Nursing became very popular in times of war. Nurses
Introduction A personal philosophy of nursing identifies and highlights a nurse’s beliefs, values, and ethics regarding the care and treatment of their patients. Everyone must ask many questions of themselves to define their own personal philosophy. What makes you a nurse? What is the most important part of nursing? What beliefs are important to nursing and which are important to you as an individual? When placed in an ethical dilemma or an unexpected situation, what decisions do you make and how
of reading chapter, two in I started to have so many connections within the first two pages. I can relate to Juanita's story in the way that she had to consult with her mom her career change. My family wanted me to go into a law career but I felt that that wasn't the adequate career for and preferred nursing. While they tried to convince me that law school was a better option they understood me at the end and were supportive with my decision. I believe that a nursing career is a great career goal
years I have read numerous articles and listened to news stories about the nursing shortage nationwide. Often times in these articles there would be some information about Maine’s shortages as well. One reason I decided to go into the nursing field is because of this. I knew that upon graduation, I would likely not struggle to find a position. I have been interested in joining the health field for a couple of years. Many other students have always known they wanted to be in the health field. I never