NHS Application Essay

I’m applying for a career of opportunities and experiences that will make me a better man, and to serve our country’s military. I’ve carefully observed my cousins’ experiences at the US Service Academies, and I’ve learned of the opportunities that would be available to me. Each of them has come out with more strength, more confidence, more discipline, and most importantly more character. Both the Naval Academy and the Air Force Academy would challenge me physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I want to take on this challenge in my life so that I will grow, and that I will play a part in ensuring the safety and security of our country.

1. Why do you feel that you would be a strong candidate for the MaCS Program?

Between the years 2005 and 2008, the conditions of the appalling care managed to flourish in the main hospital that was serving the people of Stafford the surrounding regions. During this time, this hospital was under the management of the by a Board which had succeeded in leading its trust to the foundation trust status. This board had replaced its predecessors because of a number of concerns about how this board managed the hospital. Before the foundation trust was allowed to work, it was first scrutinized by the local Strategic Health Authority as well as the Department of Health. The results were that the foundation trust appeared to be compliant with the applicable standards which were being regulated by the Healthcare Commission (Healey & Lesneski, 2011). This new system was even rated by the NHS Litigation Authority for any risks which it might be having. The local group as well as the publics that scrutinized it failed to notice any problem with it. There were systemic failings that were reported. What shocked in the end was the fact that it was found that the system had some failures. Complains were being recorded by some patients and those who are close to them. People wanted to know why they have been failed so much (Espinoza, Ukleja & Rusch, 2010).

Finding and growing into the person I am meant to become has been one of life’s greatest challenges. The person I am today was molded by trails and tribulations life has thrown my way. I am still journeying the path of becoming who I am meant to be, but along the way I have learned an immense amount about myself. The qualities and morals instilled in me along with life experiences have led me to seek a career in the health care field. The three-year program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Imaging is the cornerstone of my health care dream. The compassion in my heart to help people in need is what drives me to take this step into furthering my education.

The committee should choose me for the reason that I will be diligent and study earnestly for that spot. What I can offer to the program includes my distinguishable qualities such as empathy, calmness, decisiveness, and critical thinking. The reason I chose to major in Nursing is for my passion for working in the medical field and impacting people lives. I would like to believe if given the opportunity to be in the nursing program; I will complete the tasks that are required of me for myself and my family’s sake. Another essential point is that I am a first generation college student, I struggled both academically and emotionally during my first year at Commerce. However, with my determination paired with dedication, I confronted various obstacles and prevailed to achieve the necessary grades.

Originally, I joined NHS out of curiosity. I had an acquaintance in the club who suggested I apply—however I was perplexed by the two-essay application. I wanted to know if NHS was selective because it was really great to be a member, or because it was great to say I was one. I also, quite frankly, wondered if I would be accepted. However, since then I’ve realized NHS expects commitment from its members for the sake of commitment— rather than for the sake of membership. NHS has high expectations of its members, so that they can have high expectations for themselves.

I want to pursue a Doctorate of Nurse Practice Degree from Colorado Mesa University because it will provide me with quality education to become a skilled Family Health Practitioner. My hope is that this program with help to further strengthen my contribution to society, by allowing me to be even more effective in my chosen field. As far as I can remember Science has been a driving force of my ambition. As a high school student I was found enthralled with every science course offered, I spent countless hours as an avid and enthusiastic observer in the laboratory. My natural proficiency in academics allowed me to see my dream in to fruition without much of a hitch. My love of Science and my relationships with the people around me brought about my decision to penetrate the healthcare industry, which I did so at the young age of eighteen becoming a Certified Nurse’s Assistant, which seeded my love for nursing and the profession. I eventually went on to obtain my Bachelor of Science in Nursing, my undergraduate studies provided me with the scope of knowledge and ethics needed for my current professional practice and the groundwork for a graduate education in nursing.

Immense amount of anxiety and palms drenched in sweat: incentives for why I’ve never felt comfortable in a hospital environment. However, these incentives alone didn’t keep me away from them. As an adolescent with a weakened immune system (caused constant sickness), it was inevitable for me to have frequent checkups. Being in a constant state of illness it was crucial to follow the directions of my nurse. Not only did my nurse, Mrs. Lam, devote herself towards getting me healthy, she was able to ease my nerves, and create a safe atmosphere that allowed me to become quite fond of the hospital surrounding. My admiration for Mrs. Lam and her dedication, ensued a new-found respect, as well as, compassion towards the career of nursing.

Based on a unanimous decision, the scouts in my patrol voted for me as their leader. I was not the loudest nor the strongest individual, but I was a well respected and I listened to everyone’s opinions. I made myself clear as the leader that I was their best friend that happened to make decisions. I never put myself on a pedestal and I believed that a true leader is someone who represents and takes on the difficult responsibility of the team. Three years later, I achieved the Eagle rank as a boy scout as I served as a leader and qualified for the

I have always dreamt big, wanting to go to Duke to study medicine and neurology,becoming a psychiatric physician with accreditations to John Hopkins and establishing my own practice specialized for low-income patients. My strive to rise above my personal threshold was adopted when I first came to America at the age of four, being a first generation college seeker and an advocate for immigrants alike, I thrived to excel academically. I learned to fluently speak write and read english in only three years, managing to become initiated into the Gifted program right after, received merits like the honor roll and principal's list throughout primary school,and invited to elite camps and programs for scholarly youth. Even throughout my highschool career, I stretch myself and exert my intellectual capacity by taking as many AP and honors classes I could possibly handle and maintain passing and above par scores within all of them.

There came a time in the midst of high school that I decided to start exploring careers. As I scrolled through the many jobs listed on my school’s “career finder” application, some things became easy to cross out. Finance, law, architecture, and the like had never interested me enough as careers. However, I easily became curious about jobs in science, public policy, education, health, and human services. As a 15-year-old, I tended to have a wide variety of interests and still do. However, there’s nothing I’m as passionate about, and I find as satisfying as being able to care and educate others. While working as a cashier at The Family Pharmacy in my hometown, I have learned more not only about the ethics and science of pharmaceuticals but also on the compassion, humanity, and

I not only learned how to be a leader from adults as one of the senior scouts serving on the Patrol Leaders Council where we planned and created all troop activities, campouts, and skills, but also from firsthand experience by teaching the younger scouts everything from knot tying to cooking instead of sitting back and watching. While teaching, I learned that preparation and having a thorough understanding of the subject are essential to both the student’s advancement and the flow of the activity. On top of responsibilities, I made a plethora of discoveries like the extremely flammable tendencies of PAM, and created just as many such as a fire tube. Eventually putting all my skills together to serve as Senior Patrol Leader, not only helped me further develop my skills but also served as the springboard to obtaining Eagle Scout.

One way i have exhibited outstanding leadership is by earning the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. Although all of the ranks have a strong focus on leadership, Eagle Scout, the highest rank attainable, is almost completely focused on leadership. The main requirement for obtaining Eagle is the completion of an Eagle Scout Project. In an Eagle Scout project, a scout must plan out and execute a community improvement project. This includes creating plans, raising funds, purchasing materials, and most importantly, leading a group of volunteers to build the project. My project was relandscaping an area in front of my church. I managed about 20 people over the course of a week to do work such as digging up old plants and relocating

I possess a great amount of admiration for the Nurses who work diligently to aid their patients. My upbringing inspired me to pursue Nursing career wherein I witnessed many of my relatives die owing to shortage of hospitals or affordability of the medicines and treatment. My rationale derives from my personal experience that the difference effective nursing and medication can accomplish. Also having prior experience of working as a student nurse; I am aware of how challenging and demanding it can be. Likewise there are rewards that come from working with the children and being able to help in their crucial times in order to make a positive difference.

From my own experiences in hospital I have a lot of admiration for nurses. The nurses were always caring and gentle towards myself and other patients even when it is clear their work was demanding. Their passion for the job was clear to see and I want to be part of this dedicated profession.