founder of educated and scientific nursing and widely known as "The Lady with the Lamp", wrote the first nursing notes that became the basis of nursing practice and research. The notes, entitled Notes on Nursing: What it is, what is not (1860), listed some of her theories that have served as foundations of nursing practice in various settings, including the succeeding conceptual frameworks and theories in the field of nursing. Nightingale is considered the first nursing theorist. One of her theories was
meets the highest standards of care and guarantee’s that our residents will be looked after all times by our qualified staff of registered nurses and health care assistants to provide the best possible nursing care, while encouraging independence with constant guidance and support. Quality Time homecare provides regular staff training and skill development to makes sure that our staff are up to date with the latest health care practices. Our vision for Quality Time homecare is to provide the “true Kiwi
In my role as a care assistant, I care for elderly people who have a wide spectrum of physical conditions and dementia. I am responsible for delivering person centred care and I always treat people with dignity and respect. I have gained experience in the importance of meeting hydration and nutrition needs, personal care and communicating with people who may have communication, comprehension and sensory deficits. I have gained basic knowledge on the causes and treatments of disease by speaking to
in my spare time. Helping with life transitions that may be challenging such as, transitioning into adulthood, stressful school/home situations, or life, in general, is very rewarding. Furthermore, being able to assist with tutoring, teaching life skills, and forming healthy relationships have been worthwhile, not only that, but beneficial to all parties involved as well. Upon looking into entering the University life, I made the decision
transferred to the Palomar College in 2010. I majored in per-nursing and spent three years on studying in the Palomar College. I completed fail my freshman year and my GPA was 1.7. However, I improved myself and gain 3.95 GPA in the Palomar College. I was very proud of myself about my achievement and believed that I will definitely get into the nursing program in CSUSM. I transferred to Cal State San Marcos in 2013; however, I was rejected by the nursing school. Therefore, I had to switch my major to kinesiology
According to Jones and Bartlett, nursing is a complex profession and involves multiple types of consumers of nursing care (e.g., individuals, families, communities, and populations), multiple types of problems. These problems can be physical, emotional, sociological, economical, and educational. They occur in multiple settings that include: hospitals, clinics, communities, and schools), and specialties within each of these. Without nurses, healthcare in itself will fall apart. Nurses are multitaskers
system of health for the 21 century, it demands an increase of eighty percent of nurses with a baccalaureate in science degrees (BSN) to increase by the year 2020 (IOM, 2010). To achieve eighty percent of RN BSN by 2020, change needs to take place in nursing education, practice, and
Nurses play a very important role in caring for patients and helping to maintain their safety. Aside from nurse’s assistants, nurses are the ones you’re going to see the most throughout your stay. Patient’s safety involves many things ranging from their plans of care and treatments, to things as simple as being transported from one floor to another. But, the way their safety is maintained depends greatly on their condition, their plan of care, and many other factors. In order to provide excellent
Mandy Sanders Mr. Snelgrove 3rd period 20 September 2016 The difference in old folks homes The best part to most CNA (certified nursing assistant) is you get to know about people's past, their family lives, why they are in the nursing home and you also have to do some crazy things. Most people in nursing homes are really confused and dont know whats going on that's why we have CNA’s. But on the other hand assisted living is for people who can mostly fend for themselves but need a little bit of
paying job What motivates you? My parents. My niece and nephew, whom I take care of It is imperative to understand yourself in your career development. No matter what your career stage, it is essential to assess your personal goals, interpersonal skills, strengths, weaknesses and desires to keep your career development on the same track as your personality and happiness. Some workers, for instance, most value their income potential, while others prioritize work-life stability. Deciding what is most