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Nursing Personal Statement Essay

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My desire to be a nurse started when my partner got diagnosed with leukaemia. Going through a long hard process with the support of nurses made a massive impact on the positive outlook of treatment and the recovery process. This really inspired me to become a nurse with the attentive attention shown and care that was delivered. Although I understand that nursing can be an exceptionally demanding profession, I feel it can also be a satisfying career where you can make a difference to people's lives.
Having a career that has meaning and purpose is very rewarding and fulfilling. I get a great deal of job satisfaction when helping and caring for someone by meeting all their needs and wishes.
Dundee university appeals to me because it is …show more content…

I am currently enrolled on an Access to Nursing course which has developed my skills and knowledge to enable my transitioning from college to university. Throughout my course, I am learning about care, nutrition, psychology, and sociology and many other care related modules to prepare me for university.
The course is fast paced and the workload is demanding however I have good organisational skills and am very committed to keeping on track while juggling being a mum and working. One of the many skills
I am learning at college is researching and writing essays to high standard to a deadline. I am thoroughly enjoying the subject’s and looking forward to enhancing my skills and knowledge at university.
For the past two years, I have been employed as a care assistant since this time I have developed a passion to further my career and gain more skills and knowledge to become a nurse. I am employed by two agencies which are Newcross and the SNG this involves working in different care settings when required. I have experience in working with frail elderly and support work with young adults

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