My personal philosophy of nursing is based on holistic care which includes the mental and physical health of a person. I believe examining the whole picture and variables that play into a patient’s health is necessary to successful outcomes as well as effective communication. I think of Peplau because her theory discusses interpersonal relations and I am a firm believer in developing a strong, therapeutic nurse-patient relationship. Without a strong nurse-patient relationship, patient’s may not have the trust they should, therefore will not learn the tools necessary to be able to care for themselves. I strive each day in practice to develop strong nurse-patient
Nursing is so much more than just caring for sick patients; you are the person that the patient relies on most and are the mental and physical healers of the hospital. I believe that a good nurse is kind, caring, and compassionate. When I become a nurse, I want to use information that I have researched to provide care, educate and minimizing risk of harm, all while advancing the world’s knowledge of nursing. Although I do not consider myself to be bilingual, I am able to understand, but not confidently speak, Spanish, Tagalog, and Ilocano (a Filipino dialect).
One of the most important roles of a nurse is the patient advocate and work environments. During a patient hospitalization or visit, there are many things that can affect their life which could result in a negative outcome. These issues can be noted as verbal, physical and psychological. It is the role of the nurse to prevent these issues from occurring. Preventing of verbal, physical and psychological harm from happening to the patient is also considered of promoting quality and safety in the health care system.
A nurse practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse who have received advance training and knowledge to provide health promotion and maintenance through the diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental acute and chronic illiness. Their role focuses on individualized care of a patient 's medical issue and the effects of the illness on the patient and the family. Informing patients about their healthcare and getting them active in decisions is important to care provided by nurse practitioners and this could mean fewer prescriptions and less expensive treatment. A nurse practitioner is qualified to diagnose and treat medical problems like
It is a profession in which teamwork between healthcare providers is essential to provide safe and appropriate care to all patients. I believe that nursing is a profession for me, and will continue to expand my knowledge as a nurse by educating myself, growing from past nursing opportunities, applying knowledge, and learning from patients and their families. My vision is to continue to develop my knowledge and grow as a nurse. As I continue to grow and learn about nursing, I believe that my philosophy will evolve with every new experience and will positively impact the client population. I trust that my philosophy of nursing will have a positive impact on my clients as my goal is to consistently provide competent, safe nursing care to all which is culturally safe.
At the same time, I have been volunteering in several hospitals and nursing homes. When I was a senior in Clackamas
The special licensure needed includes a Registered Nurses license and a Nurse Practitioners license. Being a nurse practitioner, there are jobs always available and you can pretty much find one anywhere in the United States, which means I would not have to relocate. The currently salary for a nurse practitioner is $99,865 . I feel that I am suitable for this choice because my family has had many medical problems and things of that nature. After losing an uncle at 38 of a heart attack and an aunt at 39 with a massive stroke to the brain
I also learned that it’s okay to get involved emotionally with the patient as we become family sometimes. We as the nurse should strive to make an impact in our patient’s lives as well as their family members. Majority of the time we are caring for and see the patient at their most vulnerable time. You may not always feel like you’re making a huge impact in a patient’s life but sometimes the smallest things make the biggest
Management and quality improvement are essential in clinical practice and healthcare. The focus of this piece of writing is to discuss the impact of leadership and quality improvement in improving the quality of healthcare for patients. Leadership and quality improvement practices are essential in providing high quality patient care, it should not be considered to be an issue beyond the staff nurse Leadership Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills Communication skills are essential for effective leadership. The healthcare organisation is complex and fast paced, the need to be heard and understood is critical to the delivery of high quality care. Leaders listen to those around them, they are willing to accept the diverse set of views
To make the most of my associate degree I must obtain a position such as Pharmacy Technician to continue to pursue my goal as an RN, with the many opportunities this organization has to offer I feel secure that my journey is on the right path. Helping people is a passion of mine; a career in the healthcare industry fits me ideally. The field is always in demand for qualified and caring individuals who are prepared to put forth their best efforts to help others. A Nursing Assistant is a basic level position that will permit me the chance to help other people, and gain experience within the health care field. There are training programs that will allow me to earn my CNA qualifications as I pursue my career goals.
Ultimately, I simply want to help patients and their loved ones affected by cancer. I want something positive to come from my father’s death. So after much research and consideration, I have decided to pursue a career as a Registered Nurse (ADN). Although, becoming an RN will take longer and increase my responsibilities, it will also provide a higher salary and ultimately a more rewarding career. Becoming a Registered Nurse will allow me to work more closely with cancer patients and be more involved in their care.
I care about providing the best holistic healthcare I possibly can for my patients through evidence-based practice. I respect individuals’ race, socioeconomic class, gender, and sexual orientation. I work well with others and I strive to help create a good working environment where people can communicate, ask questions, learn new information, and feel respected. With this New Graduate Nurse Residency Program, I hope to be exposed to many different clinical situations. I hope to further develop my clinical leadership skills and to gain new knowledge.
One of the most important things to me besides family and friends would be getting my nursing degree. Most kids want to be the president or a sports player but not me; I always wanted to be a nurse. It was just in my nature to care of others before myself. When I turned sixteen years old, I received my Nursing Assistant License and have been working at Bethany Nursing Home in Waupaca, WI. The following summer, I attended Bellin Nursing Camp where I fell in love more with the nursing field.
But, my salary is about half of what a pediatrician would make. There are pluses and minuses to each path. Also, I am good at what I do, because I have a nursing education. I am a nurse first, and then a pediatric nurse practitioner. 13.
I just completed my Bachelor of Science in Nursing and look forward to exploring nursing theory, evidence-based practice and leadership even further in the advance practice curriculum. I am pursuing family nurse practitioner because it will allow me to be more versatile in my nursing skills and serve a larger patient population. There has been a focus on primary care medicine since the Affordable Care Act; resulting in a larger need for nurse practitioners required to care for this patient population. I have been granted an opportunity to advance my career and I am more than ready to take on the added responsibilities and handle treatment plans autonomously, as well as learning additional skills such as diagnosing and prescribing medications. By obtaining my graduate level education my clinical judgment would be enhanced to improve safety, quality of care and patient outcomes substantially.