I grew up watching the Arabic news channels and saw the suffering of the Middle East, images I'll never forget, videos of the evil that plagues my country, while I sat idly and powerless. This sparked my desire to help people, care for those who need it, and ease the pain of those suffering, as a nurse.
English literature developed my ability to think critically and analytically, it improved my essay writing skills and ability to think about other possibilities and different interpretations. Both English and biology taught me that even small and seemingly insignificant things carry significant meanings and can make the biggest impact, and emphasised the importance of accuracy and attention to detail, an essential skill for a nurse. Both biology and chemistry allow you to apply your knowledge in different contexts, they give you an understanding of not only the subject but also of the world around us. Chemistry improved my problem solving and logical skills, and the practicals enhanced my data collection and analysis skills, an important responsibility in nursing.
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The first two weeks helped us become more independent as we learned to live alone. Upon returning, we completed a community project by raising money to provide an elderly care home a safe outdoor space, as their current garden was engulfed by overgrown plants. Utilising our teamwork and time management skills, in only 4 hours, we transformed the entire garden into an area they can enjoy. Despite our vast differences, we all worked well together and my teamwork skills greatly improved as I became more understanding and accepting. The rare time a difficulty or complication arose, it was easily overcome by communication and motivation. Those times taught us to be more considerate for others and as a result we grew closer as a
I have always sought new experiences and wanted a personal "Wheel of Fortune" in life to guide me. Regardless of how I spin that wheel, it consistently lands on one crucial connection: bringing happiness to others by aiding them in their recovery journeys. Witnessing my grandfather's challenging journey with prostate cancer profoundly impacted me, igniting a passion to join the healthcare field. I aim to be an empathetic, loyal, and steady support system for my patients as they overcome obstacles, advocating for them as a Physician Assistant (PA). From a young age, I witnessed the trials and tribulations of my grandfather's recovery journey.
Personal Statement Essay While working as a nurse at GHI Hospital, I had a chance to receive my first professional experience and knowledge connected to the nursing sector. In the medical institution I saw a lot of people suffering from different diseases. When they looked at me, I felt I had to help them. So, I remember this feeling all the time
The strong Lutheran foundation at Valparaiso University that prepares students to lead and serve in the community. In addition to the church, and society offers me the opportunity to pursue a Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree. The university's foundation and family-centered focus make it a great place for work-study. Although no one ever suggested that my journey to become a Registered Nurse would turn out to be a faith-based journey, I transitioned from Medical Assistant to Registered Nurse in 2017. I enrolled in an LPN program with only 12 weeks until graduation, but the school closed with no further information.
Whether it was from going on mission trips and working alongside my peers to help rebuild a community or performing and competing as a dancer, being a part of a team is something that I have always been very comfortable with. In 7th grade I found a new team that I would since aspire to be a part of. I became utterly fascinated with the medical field and all it had to offer because as a young teen I spent a lot of time as a patient in and out of the hospital and saw many providers from different specialties. I loved seeing the way in which different members of a healthcare team worked together for my benefit. While being the patient may have initiated my infatuation with the field, I knew that one day I had to be on the other side.
I am an experienced hardworking, reliable and motivated Senior Nurse. I lead by example and thrive on challenges. I am able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and this is evident when working well within the multi-disciplinary team (MDT). I have worked in Alder Hey children’s Hospital for fourteen years, working initially within the Oncology unit for eight years were I acquired a vast knowledge of sepsis.
A career as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is a natural extension of my personal, educational, and research experiences. Although my path to nursing has not been a straight line, every experience that put me on this path has shaped my passion and dedication to psychiatric nursing. After losing loved ones to suicide at a young age, I made a promise to myself and to them that I would dedicate my life to helping individuals struggling with mental illness. This promise led me to study Psychology at UC Berkeley, where I fell in love with clinical research investigating the efficacy of treatments for mental illness.
Nursing is a most trusted and gratifying profession. As a nurse educator, I will express my passion for teaching by incorporating features such as clinical assessments, practical application of theory, evaluation, and role modeling into advanced nursing practice, from previous experiences and current experience and clinical practicum to find success and gratification in students chosen profession as well empowering leaners to develop their own strengths, beliefs, and personal attributes to become a good professional. Personally, I do have a positive attitude towards the personal and professional growth, and value ongoing learning and will stive to instill the same into my students learnig journey .. My objective as a Nurse Educator
Personal Statement for Nursing School “When a person decides to become a Nurse. They make the most important decision of their lives. They choose to dedicate themselves to the care of others” Growing up in Nigeria; I had my first introduction to the field of medicine at the age of 6. At the time, my grand father was a holistic doctor at my local community. Whenever my grandfather went to work, he would take me with him and I remembered being very fascinated by how people would come in to get treatments for different kinds of diseases.
There are variety of branches in nursing and a student should not only limit themselves to one interest but to many others. Either way, nursing is a profession that will always be important to maintain a growing, healthy community. At the end, she inspires students to follow a career they love rather than pursuing a career just for
I am interested in your New Graduate Nurse Residency Program. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts Boston and recently obtained my MA RN license in August 2015. I choose to be an RN because I love learning about the anatomy and physiology of the human body and working with people. When I was a little girl, I would watch the Discovery Health channel instead of watching cartoons. In high school, I became interested in social justice work when I did a month long volunteer service trip to India.
Profile Essay While working several shifts in an Alzheimer's unit in a local care facility, I had the opportunity to meet a registered nurse named Sarah. Sarah had plenty of insight on what it is like being a nurse in a facility. During my observations of her duties I witnessed many things that opened my eyes as to what I want in my future career choices.
I have always admired nurses from a young age. I used to look at them as mother figures for the patient who they help nurse back to health. It is not until I got older I realized just how much responsibility that is. When I was 7 years old my father suffered a major stroke, he was hospitalized for months. The hospital and section that he was in did not allow children on the floor.
The healthcare system, specifically nursing, has always had a major influence in my life. I come from a family of nurses and have seen healthcare from an inside point of view as a
In today’s society, education is undervalued. Most students would rather stay isolated in their homes—staring at their television sets—than go out for eight hours and learn. If all students lose sight of the importance of education, our world will never progress. Public education is being taken for granted every minute of the day, but students seem to lose sight of the fact that thousands of people cannot receive an education. Those who can learn are fortunate and prosperous.
Ever since I can remember I have always wanted to make a difference and help anyone in need that I possibly could. From the start of my childhood, I can recall helping my mother care for my great grandparents, so they would be able to live out the rest of their lives from their home, instead of in a nursing home. As a young child it was extremely difficult to live with and watch my loved ones deteriorate as they got older, as their condition got worse and worse, and saw my mother having a difficult time keeping up with caring for both of my great grandparents 24/7, it put a lot of stress on the family. However, I am grateful to have been able to help my mother care for them. Growing up in such a caring and loving household made the situation