My aspiration to undertake a degree in adult nursing was confirmed following the successful completion of my first placement at a residential care home, caring for service users with dementia, the elderly and those with physical disabilities. I got great satisfaction from caring and talking to the residents, especially one lady who was very lovely and kind to me. I also enjoyed and benefited from developing relationships with the service users, and this is something that really draws me to working in adult nursing. The experience I gained whilst working in the care home, allowed me to work effectively as part of a team and made me appreciate how important it is to meticulously follow instructions given to the staff by supervisors to safeguard …show more content…
So far, my favourite course unit has been Anatomy and Physiology. At university I am looking forward to enhancing and strengthening my knowledge and understanding about the human body and it’s biological systems and how these co-operate and work in harmony together in a coordinated and complex manner. The knowledge I have learnt from another course unit as being of fundamental importance commensurate with a career in Health and Social care is Empowerment; the module in which I have achieved an A* awarded for the excellent work I submitted as part of the necessary criteria to successfully pass this course. Studying this area has reinforced the fact that that empowerment is of crucial importance when communicating with patients about their care and support needs.
I feel it is important and necessary to have the ability to relax and de-stress at the end of a working day and prepare for the dynamic and unknown challenges that may occur on the following day. If I gain a career in nursing, the ability to handle the pressures and stresses that accompany the role maybe of great importance, as the responsibilities of being an effective nurse are demanding and varied. I presently recognise that nursing is becoming a more challenging role within the National Health Service, due to increased volume of work, higher numbers of service users and budgetary
Being accountable to me as a professional is saying yes to the call and responsibility we have to bear out. It is a responsibility we take for ourselves and for others who rely on us to be present in any situations. The mission requires an openness to relationship with others. The consistency of performing at a higher level each time the job is done and strive to give all for the greatest good. In collaboration with others involved. That bond can strengthen when everyone involved intersect their effort to the same purpose. The skills acquired over the years as a bedside nurses give me an opportunity to be dependable and trustworthy. Knowing what to do in difficult situations and being intuitive is a plus. It can help in a managerial position
A week before Christmas in 2013, my stepfather suddenly lost consciousness. His body stiffened and he began to violently convulse – he was having a seizure. Later in the hospital, the doctors informed us that my stepdad had suffered a hemorrhagic stroke. The anguish that I felt that night was eased by a nurse who talked to my family about my stepfather’s condition and assured us that the hospital would do everything that they can to assist him with recovery. The next few weeks were filled with uncertainty as my stepdad laid comatose, no knowledge of when or even if he would wake up. During that time, my interactions with the nurses always made me feel safe and comforted Unfortunately, he passed away in January 2014. Though this was a traumatic and life altering experience, what I remember most are the nurses that provided care to my stepfather. They went above and beyond their outlined job duties to care for my loved one and to make my family feel secure even in such a difficult time.
To begin my personal statement, I grew up in the West African nation of The Gambia. I am the youngest of thirteen children and I was adopted by my uncle and his wife at age 2. My adoption was very different than the American way where all sorts of contractual documents had to be signed. Although the end results are the same, mine was done without signing any documents because my parents were just giving me up to my uncle and his wife to raise me. At age 5, my uncle enrolled me at Primary School without the consent of my biological parents for fearing that they would object because most parents in the Gambia do not think girls have the same rights to education as boys. I grew up without a television, running water or electricity. I did not know that I lacked
It all began when I started volunteering in Los Angeles, with my mother at Asian Pacific Health Care Clinic. Asian Pacific Health Care Clinic is a clinic for low-income families who were in need of vaccinations and other health care services. One day my mom received a phone call from the clinic and asked me to go volunteer with her. Since that day, I would have never guessed that it will impact my decision in pursuing my career as a nurse. I was assigned to help patients fill out vaccination forms, translate verbally, and assist the nurses who were in need of my help. I noticed the joy on each patient’s face once they were finished their vaccinations, and it made me happy to know I put a smile on people 's face after their vaccinations. Since that day, I have grown a passion for volunteering and helping others. Another factor that drew me to the nursing profession, was when I volunteered at a
Compassion, determination and commitment are qualities I possess that I believe will make me succeed in an Adult Nursing Degree. I am elated to choose this course because it is interesting, challenging, rewarding and satisfying. I have a great passion in assisting the older person especially at their vulnerable state. My experience as a healthcare assistant has given me the opportunity to assist and care for vulnerable elderly people in and care and nursing home setting. The job required me to assist service users with personal needs such as communication, feeding, personal hygiene, elimination and other activities of daily living which has improved my skills and ability of being able to verbally interact in a satisfactory manner to individuals and groups, producing high standard written reports and effectively relating to people from all walks of life. I am excited to learn to meet the challenges adult nursing profession faces as it seeks to promote health and wellbeing. I will further learn on this course to take responsibility for providing personalised care, as well as respecting
This paper is a self-assessment of my nursing experience describing eleven nursing strands from Fort Hays State University undergraduate handbook. These eleven strands are leadership, care process, learning, professionalism, caring, communication, theory, lifespan, technology, research, and global health. This paper will describe how each strand has been applied through my nursing career or how it will be applied in future upon completing BSN degree.
“Every man is born as many men, and dies as a single one.” This quote by German philosopher Martin Heidegger fits well with my decision to aspire to become a physician assistant. While I always wanted to help others, especially the disadvantaged of our society, I did not initially realize what outlet this longing would have. Ultimately, however, I found that the PA profession was the best avenue where I could unite this concern for others with my intellectual strengths and abilities.
When I first decided to come to college for nursing after staying in university for three years, I had an argument with my parents because they were not happy with my decision. My parents just wanted me to finish rest of my degree and they thought that it did not make sense to go to college for diploma, and not complete the university degree. However, I just wanted to complete my nursing diploma in the same amount of time that I can finish my degree in the university because I always wanted to be a nurse.
A myriad of challenges are faced in healthcare today. From over-crowding and long waiting lists to staff shortages which have knock on effects resulting in inadequate skills mix and unacceptable nurse-patient ratios. An aging population, high birth rates and an increase in chronic diseases also puts pressure on the healthcare system. The nursing role has had to evolve in response to changing societal needs and the challenges in the healthcare system today. (McCurry et al. 2009). This can bring additional challenges to nurses’ professional identity. ??
Since the role of the nurse is changing in Thailand, there is providing more opportunity for nurses to work toward a professional career by increasing the number of doctoral nursing students, expanding the nurse practitioner, and publishing the research study. Typically, I hope that collaborating with the faculty of the School of Nursing, CUA will contribute to my knowledge, research proficiency, enable me to publish scholarly journal and shape my educational efforts for the health care system in Thailand. These are the most important components of my career path.
Nursing is such a diverse, challenging and worthwhile career that I really feel it is the right course for me. It is a vocation for people who are practical, conscientious, and reliable and who find it easy quickly to establish good, trusting relationships with new people.
Saying that you are a registered nurse is a broad statement. Registered nursing is a job that has many aspects. Registered nurses work in many different settings and they carry out many different routines. As a registered nurse you could be exposed to many different opportunities. My goal is to be a registered nurse but, I need to learn a lot. Becoming a being a registered nurse requires a lot of hard work and effort but, if I focus on my goal I will be able to achieve it.
I have always had a passion for nursing. As a child, I watched my mother getting up early, putting her scrubs on and headed out the door for a 12 hour shift. She was always content, and at ease to go for a long shift and even overtime at times. I love the fact that after work, she would always come home, satisfied with the day no matter how hard it was for her. She would sit and tell my brothers and sisters how she enjoyed the conversations that she had with her patients and what impact she had on their lives that day. Listening to these stories as a child, I knew that I wanted to become a nurse and listening to the same stories and helping people, making their day feel better. I wanted to follow my mom’s footsteps. At the end of a long shift, it is a rewarding profession, knowing that I am saving people’s lives, making them comfortable when they are near of dying, advocate and teaching them. As nurses, we care for patients through illness, injury, aging, health. We also promote health, prevent diseases and teaching the community; that’s what I love about nursing. I believe that this is the right profession for me because I have all the qualities that a nurse should possess when
Adult Nursing is a very rewarding career which provides endless opportunities. I would describe myself as a caring and compassionate person. I believe I possess these qualities naturally. I am compelled to put other people’s needs before my own. I can contribute my personal qualities to this course of being dedicated and determined into committing myself to this 3 year course and excelling academically. Personally, caring for my mother with high blood pressure made me interested in the world of medicine. This long term sickness inspired me to gain more experience outside of the home and volunteer which confirmed that this was the right course for me. I am fascinated by the practical aspect that the course involves as well as the theoretical
Based on my background which was Special Education, my mind was opened that there are a lot of people who has special needs that call for both educational and health assistance. As we were discussing the different health conditions, I realised that I want to take another path other than being a teacher that will allow me to help a larger scale of people. Hence I came up with the decision of wanting to become a nurse. Since I am a person who is often described as someone who has compassion, kind, empathic and have a big heart for those in need, I think I am suitable to become a nurse.