...Children’s Nursing for me means not just a career choice but, a lifelong learning experience that requires passion, dedication and commitment to duty. The choice to change my career from IT to nursing and go back to full-time education has already proved to be rewarding. Through my experience of being a full-time carer for my son, who was born with an undiagnosed medical condition and later went on to develop cancer, I have first-hand experience of the difficulty and upset that families face when a child is hospitalised and I will be able to empathize with the families I work with. Due to my sons complex medical condition I have had a lot of experience with placing nasogastric tubes, testing blood sugar levels and administering medications. I also learnt about the signs of low blood sugar and what to do in the event of a hypoglycaemic fit. As well as regular hospital check-ups there were long stays in hospital in which the staff that I came across, especially the nurses were so compassionate, competent and caring and showed such courage and commitment to the families that they cared for even with the long hours and extremely difficult work that they do that it further inspired my passion for nursing as well as helping me to understand the importance of the 6 c’s. When nursing this experience will enable me to appreciate...
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...| Admission Essay to University of Miami Elizabeth Akande | | | My name is Elizabeth Akande and I am seeking for an admission into the Master’s degree program at University of Miami (UM) at the School of Nursing. I have always believed in giving back to the community and in sharing my competencies and skills with others. My desire to help people in the field of nursing has powered my decision to take up a graduate degree in Nursing. Overcoming the many challenges in my life has helped me to believe that I can reach any goal I have set for myself, and one of these lifelong goals is to become a nurse practitioner and to obtain my graduate diploma from a respectable institution. I have had my fair share of obstacles and trials, and if not for the generosity and kindness of others and of the Almighty God, I may not have gone this far in my journey. My life has been one great challenge, but the trials that I have faced did not discourage me from my goals. Taking care of my family, working full time, and looking after my two elderly parents may not be the picture of a perfect life, but I have managed to make the best use of my time and my resources, to give equal attention to the people I love as well as the career that I have chosen for myself. My father has had spinal stenosis for 16 years now and is currently living with me. My mother, who is now 73 years old, also...
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...Perceptualizing the Profession In the health care field, there is ongoing debate on subjects such as health care reform, ethical dilemmas, and ideals regarding nursing as a profession. Those debating the issue are generally passionate about their stance on regarded topics. Some teeter or straddle the fence, while others have no opinion or just do not care. The view of nurses in the workforce has fueled discussions on how nursing is categorized in terms of perception: Is nursing an occupation or is it a profession? In the Oxford Dictionary (US) online (2014), the word profession is defined as “a paid occupation, especially one that involves prolonged training and formal qualifications.” A precise definition has been debated among scholars since the beginning of the 1900’s and was historically reserved for learned professions such as law, ministry, medicine and educators of higher learning (Williams, Onsman, & Brown, 2009). It is interesting to note, as society has changed, so has the term, profession, in its application. There are professions such as athletes or actors and actresses who have coined the term profession, which only serves to further distort the public’s perception and acceptance. This perceptual view varies across geographical, cultural and historical milieu. In an effort to understand nursing as a profession and where it may be in the future, one must return to its very beginning. Regardless of the blurred edges, the criteria of a profession have evolved...
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...From the time I was a young girl I dreamed about what I would spend the rest of my life pursuing. I desired to be a nurse, and whenever I sat down pondering the idea of my future I never could picture myself chasing anything else. I became so eloped in this profession that I would stay up late researching all the different nursing specialties, as well as what it took to become one. As I approached my junior year of high school an opportunity to get a head start in my nursing career arose and I did not hesitate to seize it. I was informed about a program that offered countless credentials and certifications that would open the door to my lifelong dream of devoting myself to the needs of others. After a rigorous application process, I was accepted into the Clinical Care program at the Licking County Career and Educational Center, often known as C-TEC. My desire and dedication for this profession grew day by day with the countless hands on involvement that C-TEC provided....
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...Nursing is consistently named one of the most trusted professions, year after year. Nursing is the profession or practice of providing care for the sick and infirm. This profession has evolved tremendously in the past century from the methods practiced to even the technology used. Many students enter these programs based on their personal expectation they have for their possible career. There are many aspects that promote nursing as a great career for individuals such as: the high demand needed for nurses, the servitude a nurse will provide, and the variability of roles in nursing. Due to the scarcity of nurses, students pursuing this career have a promising outlook on finding employment. In our current economy, seeking and maintaining a...
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...The discipline or practice of nursing has developed over time and many nursing theorists contributed to the professional practice as we know it today .Theory ,research and applications to clinical practice are symbiotic as new concepts ,practices and empirical data emerge professional practice changes or evolves. During the intuitive period ,people believed that sickness was caused by the invasion of the evil spirits or as a result of anger of the Gods.People used different ways to trat the sickness .Many more eras came and every nation intiated specific practices and contribution in the nursing or medical professions. 0. Florence Nightingale - The word "nurse" is synonymous with Florence Nightingale, the most famous nurse of all time. A British nurse who worked during the 19th century, Nightingale was a selfless nurse who braved harsh conditions in battle during the Crimean War. Also a statistician, Nightingale's dedication to reducing the deaths of British Army soldiers sproduced some groundbreaking findings on the living conditions of patients. Nightingale advocated cleanliness for all people in the hopes to reduce illness and death. 0. 0. Clara Barton - Clara Barton's name is almost as closely related to nursing as Florence Nightingale's. Barton is most famous for organizing the American Red Cross. A lifelong philanthropist in the 1800's, Barton was shocked at the number of lives lost in the Battle of Bull Run due to lack of medical...
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...Reading through these chapters have definitely help me understand a lot about Nursing. Nursing to me is far more than a job or even a profession. It is like a second nature. It is a journey we embark on with passion and dedication. We bravely dedicate our live to continuously taking care of people. As Porter 2014 stated “once a nurse, always a nurse! Nursing is a calling”. We touch and change people’s life every day. whether the help we provide is appreciated or remains unnoticed, we still feel happy and proud to always said “I’m a nurse”. I am the Nurse or wants to be the Nurse that at the end of my shift gains satisfaction when the patients and community I provided care are pleased. Knowing that nursing is a lifelong learning profession, I want to be the Nurse that is very knowledgeable in every single critical practice area. It will allow me to challenge every situation presented to me. I also know that, to become a professional in nursing management, it is necessary to never give up, to be quick about solving any problem or overcoming any barrier. I strongly believe that my academic and career goals are the essential goals I should achieve in the nearest future....
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...Running Head: ADVANCED PRACTICE ROLE INDEPENDENT STUDY NU 499: Nursing Capstone Carmen Ragusa February 4, 2010 The Nurse as Educator Abstract This paper explores the nurse educator as a profession. It delineates the responsibilities of the educator as a gatekeeper for the nursing profession and emphasizes its paramount role in the academic world of nursing education and health care delivery. There is an exciting perspective to the educator’s role in nursing and the opportunity to mentor the next generation of nurses. Teaching the novice clinician about the profession and the dedication to serving people is self fulfilling and vital to the preparation of future nurses. This paper examines the diversified roles of the educator as well as the challenges and ethical dilemmas that are congruent to the profession. The articles and nursing journals depict how the role of the educator substantially affects the health care delivery system and how the philosophy of nursing practice is implemented to promote holistic client centered care. The Clinical Nurse Educator The history of nursing education is tied to nursing's quest for a professional identity. Nursing is serious about education, placing major emphasis on lifelong learning as well as initial preparation. Nurse educators are critical players in assuring quality educational experiences that prepare novice nursing students for a diverse health care environment. They are responsible for designing, implementing...
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...Nursing 2020 John Doe University of Phoenix Professional Dynamics JMS-007V Jane Doe October 12, 2011 Nursing 2020 The growing demands of our society today with respect to our aging population, diverse ethnic backgrounds, health reforms, discovery of new medications and diseases, and development of new medical technologies serves as a clear warning for the nursing profession that something needs to be done to keep up with the pace. “With more than 3 million members, the nursing profession is the largest segment of the nation’s health care workforce” ("Report," 2010). The message of the Institute of Medicine (IOM) in regards to the future of nursing clearly states that changes should be made in its field in order to meet these emerging demands. As stated in the IOM report on The Future of Nursing: “A number of barriers prevent nurses from being able to respond effectively to rapidly changing health care setting and an evolving health care system. These barriers need to be overcome to ensure that nurses are well-positioned to lead change and advance health” ("Report," 2010). Because of this, focus in the changes in education, nursing practice, nursing role, and leadership are the key requirements for nurses today. If changes are not started at this time, then the future of quality and safe nursing care is at risk. Knowledge is power, and quality education is needed to acquire knowledge. “A more educated nursing workforce would be better equipped to meet the demands...
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...degrees, and that hospitals employed with bachelor’s degree nurses have better patient outcomes (Aiken, Clarke, Cheung, Sloane & Silber, 2003). Associate degree nursing education was developed more than sixty years ago at the end of World War II. There was a shortage of nurses, and a project was initiated for the two- year degree. Doctor Mildred Montag, the project director, designed the curriculum to be patient centered instead of disease centered. It consisted of approximately half nursing courses and half general education courses. Fundamental concepts were instilled in the students in the beginning of the program, and by the second year were built on with more complex concepts. Clinical experiences were also different in that it included community facilities, in addition to hospital-based experiences. The two- year program deemed itself successful, and became a stimulus for growth. Even with the associate degree’s success, it has been a controversial subject when compared to the baccalaureate degree (Mahaffey, 2002). In 1960, the American Nurses Association promoted the baccalaureate program to become “the basic educational foundation for professional nursing” (Mahaffey, 2002). This caused many disagreements within different nursing organizations. Technical nursing versus professional nursing, and differentiated nursing practice became a common theme...
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...RN-BSN journey I believed the core of nursing was altruism that has not changed. The care delivered to the patient should be with an attitude of unselfish concern for that patient. Serving as an advocate for all patients should be of high priority. All healthcare workers must maintain competence in their scope of practice. It is the responsibility of the nurse to “safeguard the patient from incompetent, unethical, or illegal practice of any person” I believe that acting for the benefit of others is right and good” (Killen, & Saewert, 2007). Patients should be incorporated into their plan of care. The plan of care should include family, income, and environment, as these areas will affect the patient outcome. The discharge plan along with the plan of care should include all aspects of the patient’s life. “Patients are entitled to considerate and dignity of care” (Black, 2007). Nursing once used a systematic body of knowledge and currently utilizes a well defined and well organized body of knowledge that is intellectual and describes phenomena of concern as written in the table of characteristics of a profession. There are many organizations of nursing. The Center for Nursing Advocacy is quite impressive and “seeks to increase public awareness of the role nurses play in the health care” (Black, 2007). There is also “The American Association of Colleges of Nursing “which maintains government relations focusing on advancing public policy in nursing education, research, and practice”...
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...Educational Goals To be as successful as I can and reach my goals, I plan to take it one step at a time. After I complete the RN program at Hibbing Community College, I will transfer to Concordia St. Paul to earn my bachelors in nursing (BSN) degree. After this experience, I would like to find a nice steady job in my community which would help me get some valuable knowledge on nursing and set my life up for more opportunities. I will move on to the University of Minnesota medical school, so I can further myself in the nursing profession and provide the best care to the people in the community that I possibly can. While attending medical school, I want to pursue my masters and doctorate degree to become a certified medical anesthesiologist....
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...skill orientation of core courses, which includes general education and poses areas of recommendation that can enhance the curriculum at University of Phoenix. Lastly, this paper analyzes the effects completing an undergraduate degree program while giving insight of lifelong learning goals (University of Phoenix, 2012). Assessment of one’s personal and professional growth and development enhances awareness and brings accomplishments to the forefront. Personal and Professional Growth As I reflect on personal and professional growth prior to completion of one’s degree program, I realize that one has been empowered by great deals of faculty and staff at University of Phoenix, which has influenced personal and professional growth. People, places, and things easily deterred me in the past however; since enrollment of one’s degree program, empowerment, and mentoring of faculty, I have learned to manage responsibilities effectively as a student, employee, and as head of household. Additionally, I have increased my roles and responsibilities at Voices of Hope and Urojas Community Services, which are widely recognized in the West Oakland communities as a bridge to recovery of many disabilities. Hence, faith, dedication, and commitment,...
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...Lexi Fatheree KINE 1311 Doctor Ballard 24 September 2014 Philosophy Paper Introductioin: Who am I? Well I am still trying to figure that out myself. I am only nineteen and there are so many things that I have yet to experience. There are so many people that I have yet to meet. But I am taking things day by day, one at a time. I have thought long and hard as to what my philosophy on life is. And that philosophy is “Never Be Satisfied.” Coming from a family of nothing but athletes, this phrase is used in my household a lot; almost every day, actually. It is something that I live by in athletics and in life as well. However, growing up I never fully understood what “never be satisfied,” meant. My Philosophy: The moment I started high school was when I truly began to think about what never being satisfied meant. I already knew how the phrase fit into my life athletically, but athletics was not my entire life. It took me a few years, but I finally realized what “never be satisfied” really meant. To never be satisfied means to never stop growing as a person. Never stop growing emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Different experiences have affected me positively and negatively, but they have also made me grow as a person. Mentally and emotionally, I have been tested and pushed past my breaking point, but it was an experience that I would never trade for any other. The knowledge I have acquired throughout the years has helped my outlook on the people that surround me and...
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...Chapter I The Problem and Its Background Introduction Nursing involves specialized skills and application of knowledge based on education that has both theoretical and clinical components. Nursing upholds standards set forth by professional organizations and follows an established code of ethics. The concerns of nursing focus on human responses to actual or potential health problems and are increasingly focus on wellness, an area of caring that encompasses nursing’s unique knowledge and abilities. Nursing is rich in tradition, which is used to develop and redefine both the art and science of nursing. Furthermore, nursing is increasingly being recognized as scholarly with academic qualifications, research, and publication specific to nursing is increasingly becoming more widely accepted and respected. Background of the Study One of the major issues in nursing currently involves nursing education. Nursing profession provides a single route for the educational preparation of its practitioners. However, the development of nursing as a profession has resulted in three major educational routes that prepare graduates to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for registered nursing. The three traditional educational avenues that prepare men and women for registered nursing are hospital-based diploma programs, 2-year associate degree programs (primarily found at junior and community colleges), and baccalaureate programs (offered at 4-year colleges...
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