My journey to grow into a professional register nurse is becoming a reality. I have been working all my life to accomplish this goal. However, as I have learned during my reading and research there is a lot more to becoming a professional nurse then just obtaining the title of RN and there is an extensive difference between a RN and LPN that I will discuss in more detail in the second half of this paper. In the meantime let me emphasize the first half of this paper. I am asked to define professional socialization and then summarize the four stages of the process of professional socialization with a rationale, when I read this I just say how, that sounds impossible and then again it just means I am one step closer to learning to be a professional register nurse. On the other hand, to really grow I must examine myself to identify the two barriers that could interfere with me accomplishing the fourth stage of …show more content…
Firstly, let us find out what the criteria is for a profession. To have a profession it is generally a field of study that you would require specialized training, for example have a special license to do the required job. As a result this is not just a job but a passion and a career choice. Furthermore, in a profession a code of ethics or standards is in place, and has a professional organization that establishes guidelines like for example for nurses the ANA sets the standards of care (p27). Therefore, is a RN a professional? Professional is defined as person who has completed an extended study at an establishment of higher educational learning and considers their permanent path as a passion and a career choice (p.28). Therefore, the career choice of a RN is considered professional. Due to these circumstances, the RN falls into both of these categories and has met the criteria as professional as noted
Nursing is an occupation in which professionalism (or lack thereof) can have a significant effect on not only patients and their health, but the nurse’s relationships with colleagues, patients’ families and even their community. A nurse must exemplify professionalism, especially in an environment that creates increased risk for loss of life or further injury. There are many aspects that are involved with professionalism in nursing, and many expectations set up on the nurse.
According to the lesson, socialization is the interactive process of developing an identity through learning the knowledge, skills, values, attitudes, and norms needed to perform the role (Chamberlain, 2013). We use our experiences with other nurses in our profession to the set “bar” of which we
The learner must achieve a sense of identity in occupation, politics, and values. Professional identity involves the internalization of core values which becomes evident as the student learns, gains experience, and grows as a professional (Benner et al., 2010). Professional identity is foundational to the assumption of various nursing roles. In the age of collaborative practice, it may be especially challenging for the novice to distinguish nursing practice from that of other health care providers. Experience has taught this learner what to expect and how to respond in a given situation. The proficient learner begins to view the whole situation. This holistic understanding makes decision less difficult (Benner et al., 2010).
The purpose of this paper is to explore the transitional shift from practical nurse to professional nurse. We have utilized several resources detailing the scope of practice for the professional nurse, and explain in detail the new types of roles we will encounter as RN’s.
This article talks about how nursing was in the making and how it was basically created/ formed. It provides a list of people, events, and places where nursing was mostly used and how they used it. It also talks about how nursing saved half of the population back during World War II.
The beginning of a new graduate nurses career rarely begins easily, there seems to be a distinct disconnect between the fantasy of what it means to be a nurse and the reality of bedside nursing. Nursing school seems to feed into this disconnection, in that it does not prepare the new graduate registered nurse (NGRN) for their professional practice. What nursing school does is give the NGRN the basics, a peak into what is to come. The NGRN has to find out for themselves what the true meaning of being a nurse is and if it fits their preconceived ideas.
Nursing can be a demanding career, but the benefits far much outweigh the challenges. Most importantly, it’s the rewards it offers by allowing an opportunity to make a difference in another person’s life through the provision of care when they need it. Just as Patricia Benner theorized in her book “Novice to Expert,” nursing encompasses both educational knowledge and extensive clinical experience acquired throughout one’s career. This far, I continue to acquire knowledge and clinical knowhow which will promote proper and efficient care to patients. Since I began practicing one year ago in a long-term healthcare facility, I have interacted with patients, families, physicians and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient’s care which has enabled me to gain confidence in myself. While I cannot deny that it was difficult to transition from a student to a licensed nurse, I learnt to overcome these challenges and focus on my strengths. Practicing as an LPN has provided a platform to learn and gain experience even though the duties and responsibilities are limited by the scope of practice.
people that take care of the sick and maintain health all around the world and in our
It is important to integrate the concept professionalism into your nursing career because it allows you to flourish personally as a nurse but more importantly allows the patient to receive the care they deserve. Throughout the course of one’s nursing career there will be many slips and falls. Mistakes will happen but we as nurses are able to reflect and learn from them in a
Different orientation and transition facilitating programs based on the practice of socialization of the young nursing professionals needs to incorporate knowledge about the transition process during their professional role. For instances theses programs could include information (e.g. theory trained inspired and communal ways that help to contain different learning methods regarding transition) and performance (e.g. acting out or learning based on scenarios which would engage both trainees and experienced practitioners) linking to the steps of the transition process and reality shock (e.g. what to anticipate and when).Information regarding how to improve communication skills between intergenerational and inter/intraprofessional, for instance making them understand about ethics in work and variations in styles and
Merriam Webster defines a profession as “a type of job that requires special education, training, or skill” or “a calling requiring specialized knowledge and often long and intensive academic preparation.”
This paper explores the process of how nurses are socialized into their profession and how my own personal socialization process has shaped my nursing career. Using Benner’s Model of socialization, I plan to explore my own personal journey from Novice to Expert reflecting the changes in my career that were supported by his five stages or levels of proficiency. Each level produced its own challenges within each new role or level that was obtained. My own feelings about the socialization process have been exemplified and as my journey into professional nursing begins, I plan to increase my awareness of factors that may have influenced
A professional is a person who has gotten extended preparation and is formally qualified in an occupation. He or she ought to be relied upon to show capable and able practices in arrangement with their profession. In nursing, efficacious health care workers will help each other, have inspirational states of mind, have proficient appearances, and live by the center nursing values that manages our convictions and practices.
In this paper you will learn about socialization of nursing and the important role that it plays in staff retention. The goal of business’s that employee nurses are to not only retain staff but to keep them happy and satisfied as well. I have included several examples of how to do this. I have also included examples of the attitudes and values of a well socialized nurse and how this affects not only the nurse herself but her coworkers as well. The importance of a well trained, encouraging preceptor and the role this person plays in staff retention is also discussed. Without the preceptor and her positive role it can be very difficult to retain
"Brenner (1984) described the 5 stages of development for the professional nurse. The stages are (1) Novice (2) Advance Beginner (3) Competent practitioner (4) Proficient practitioner (5) Expert Practitioner. The stages progress from a nursing student to the professional practitioner through growth and knowledge." (Lopez-Boyd, 1997, p. 41) Nursing is a profession. Look around you, you see competent, caring individuals