My Personal Philosophy Of The Nursing Profession

Nursing is a very unique profession and I believe that it is essential to understand and learn about different nursing theories to help guide nursing practice. Nursing philosophy is also very important and many factors may impact an individual 's perception regarding the nursing profession. Nursing is so much more than performing tasks, passing medication, and documenting. Many qualities are needed in order to deliver excellent quality care. Nurses are accountable for their actions and are responsible for continuing their education. My personal nursing philosophy continues to grow as I learn and gain experience. Overall, having some great qualities and an understanding regarding nursing will allow nurses to flourish and take care of their patients with compassion and understanding.

The nursing metaparadigm focuses on three aspects that nurses attend to to holistically take care of their patients. The three aspects include person, health, and environment. Person can refer to the patient or the patient 's family and friends. This aspect is

"The unique function of the nurse is to assist the individual, sick or well, in the performance of those activities contributing to health or its recovery (or to peaceful death) that he would perform unaided if he had the necessary strength, will or knowledge. And to do this in such a way as to help him gain independence as rapidly as possible" (Henderson, 1966). I feel that Virginia Henderson 's need theory guides my nursing practice the most. I believe that patient wellness is the focus, not whether they are sick or have a disease. Everyone needs care at some point. I feel that this theory is important because I fulfill my patient 's needs and encourage them to participate to their maximum potential. One of the goals is to help them have a positive, quick recovery. Everything I do, is in the best interest of my patients and I strive to help them meet their optimal level of functioning physically, emotionally, and