Nursing Assistant Personal Statement

My grandmother’s nurse served as an inspiration for me to pursue a career in nursing. When I was sixteen years old, my grandmother had her left knee surgically removed and replaced. After such a severe surgery, a nurse was called at my house to assist my grandmother for a few weeks. During her short stay with my grandmother, the nurse showed my father and me how to administer injections and medications, as well as how to act if my grandmother became unstable. It was astonishing to watch the nurse work so compassionately and genuinely care for a complete stranger. Not only did she directly contribute in enhancing my grandmother’s health, she was also able to provide our family with hope and confidence. Always having an interest in healthcare,

Over two years, I completed all the nursing pre-requisite courses that Green River offered and thoroughly enjoyed them. Additionally, I completed a Nursing Assistant course which allowed me to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. This training allowed me to gain patient interaction and further increased my understanding of the role of a nurse. I was able to gain experience in the nursing home setting while working with the geriatric population. Recently I found employment at Puget Sound Residential Services, an organization that caters to those with developmental disabilities. My job entails spending the day with residents while supporting them with their daily needs such as taking medications, working towards rehabilitation goals, and going out in the community. The clients I work with have disabilities that make them non-verbal which makes it my job to adapt to any situation and find a way to communicate. Working in this type of setting has been a great learning experience. The next step in the journey of pursuing my passion for nursing includes transferring to a four-year university to complete the courses required to earn a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing