Current and Future Nursing Models That Guides My Nursing Practice
Leila Pinter
Concordia University
Nursing Theory
MSN 834
Dr. Tracy Shannon
February 15, 2015

Current and Future Nursing Models That Guides My Nursing Practice
Nursing theories are what we base our practice on. It is not only the basis for our practice but also patient care, nursing research, education, and personal and professional development. It allows us to understand and analyze our practice, draw inspiration from them, and guide us with those tools to improve patient outcomes. I align myself most closely with Patricia Benner’s Model From Novice to Expert. The concept of Benner’s theory states that you acquire knowledge and skills over time with practice and experience.
Current Model
Current Practice I recently left my position as an emergency room nurse and now practice as a case manager for a health insurance company. My roles as a nurse have changed over the years, and prior to leaving the emergency department I was a charge nurse and the trauma coordinator. It was my job in both of those positions to be a leader, mentor and resource person. I was usually the most experienced person in the department, therefore the person to assist when questions would come up or critical situations would arise. As the trauma coordinator, it was my job to know the ins and outs of the program and ensure we are following the recommended guidelines, and prepare for our certifications. I worked closely with the trauma medical director, leaders within the hospital, and other departments, as we were all one team. In my position as a charge nurse, trauma coordinator and now case manager, I am looked to as a leader, helping to guide my colleagues. It is important for me to set good examples in my nursing practice because I am looked to as a role model for my peers. It is my job to know the