Personal Statement In Nursing

In the corner of the small hospital room stood a shy little girl. “You shouldn't be in here, honey”, my mother said as she nudged me out of the room where my grandfather lay dying. At the time, I couldn't understand the enormity of the situation. Ignorant to what was happening around me, my innocent mind fled with curiosity. The beeping of the machines and the soft quick steps of nurses captivated my attention. I was fascinated with this strange new world. This is the moment that sparked my desire to become someone great; a nurse.

I wish to be considered for the Los Angeles City College Registered Nursing Program, because I believe that this program will provide me with the techniques and knowledge to excel in patient care and become a successful nurse. I always knew that I wanted to make a difference in people’s lives; after taking a few perquisites for nursing, I found that the science aspect of it piqued my interest. Studying about the functions of the human body, and how the environment, medicine, and genetics affect homeostasis, caused me to develop a passion for nursing. Therefore, I exposed myself to the hospital environment by volunteering in the ICU at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center. My experience in the ICU was motivational and inspiring. I loved walking

As nurses we all bring our own values and beliefs to the job whether or not we intend to, it happens. I place large amounts of value on family and friends. These are the people you can call on for support. I know that without the support of my mom helping me with my kids and my house work there is no way I could be in the nursing program. Family is often a place when as children we learn and develop our values and beliefs. Giving this deeper thought I can see how this is true for myself. When working with B I would often think about what it would be like to be raised in an unstable environment by a mother who struggles with mental health and addictions. B was often placed in respite foster homes. I found myself thinking about what it would be like to sit down to meal with a strange family how awkward would he have felt. Building on this making connections with people is very important to me. Once I was able to build a connection with B I was able to work with him in a more cohesive way. Making that convection helps to build trust, positive relationships are built on trust. Being a good listener is a skill that I value as a nurse. Not only do I value being a good listener but I also value being heard. I value you a person 's ability to do what they say they are going to do. If you tell a patient that you will return to check in with them in 30 minutes than you need to be sure that you keep your word. When working with clients it is import to me to build on

I am responsible for arranging activities for patients and through this experience i grasped the importance of the extent of commitment and dedication necessary by observing how carers make patients feel valued with even the smallest improvements to enhance their quality of life for example, using soft water colour brushes to accommodate their needs. In order to connect with them as individuals, it was important for me to be non-judgemental as well as showing patience and compassion. Fearing the loss of a patient and noticing them enduring pain displayed an invaluable insight into the emotional and mental pressures within the reality of life as a doctor. In spite of this, it is a privilege to establish relationships with patients by building rapport and showing empathy which has strengthened my communication skills. Above all, i was thankful for the opportunity to make a diagnosis just by engaging with patients which can be a valuable contribution to their

In the near future, I will graduate with my Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree from East Carolina University. Guiding my ultimate nursing goals is my love for children. As a mother already, I have learned and immensely enjoyed my journey with my six-year-old child thus far. However, I would love to expand my knowledge on the unique needs of the pediatric patient population. The pediatric patient population is very diverse, due to the various stages of life within this populace. In the near future, I hope to expand my understanding and experience with pediatric patients through becoming a registered nurse on a pediatric nursing unit within a hospital. However within ten years, my goal is to become a school nurse. This being said, there is an extensive field of knowledge and training I will need to gain in order to achieve my ultimate nursing goal of serving all children in their medical and developmental needs.

Why do you want to pursue a graduate degree in your chosen field of study and why do you want to pursue a graduate degree at Clemson University?

Several themes have emerged throughout my life, which I believe make nursing the only career choice for me. This include development of a love for science, passion for helping others reach their full potential, love for caring for people when they are in need, and passion for working in the most diverse of fields. Even at a young age I was drawn to nursing, due to the science of it. I recall working in a laboratory class where the instructor asked us to come up with our own laboratory. I struggled to find the exact right answer to ensure that my work was perfect.

Throughout these past two years I have been working as a Substitute teacher for Prince Georges County Public School. Being a substitute has its good, bad and even worse days. But overall I have to keep in mind to not allow the students get to me or change my character or attitude. In all reality I really do not enjoy being in the school system. I love nursing and have a passion for nursing. I love caring for sick people whether it’s the infants, toddlers, adolescents, adults or even geriatrics. Nursing will always and forever will be my baby, passion and dream career.

The litter bearers burst through the triage area doors from the dusty Afghanistan night carrying three soldiers injured in an IED blast. The tent that housed the trauma bay hummed intensely yet somberly as the medical staff began evaluating the casualties. My trauma shears ripped through the soldier’s charred uniform while I performed an initial assessment of the casualty with the attending physician. Exposing the injuries, I found that the soldier was badly burned due to the blast. He was unconscious, suffering from a compromised airway and his skin was peppered with shrapnel. I attached monitoring equipment, started a peripheral line and began cleaning the burns that blanched the majority of the soldier’s upper body. Through the synchronized chaos of surgeons directing treatment, anesthetists intubating and nurses administering initial medications, I

Though I am continuing to search for my identity, NSO has assisted in the realization of my potential and purpose. The sixth vector is the “Development of Purpose”, in which students understand their purpose of earning a degree. Therefore, they become committed to the future and create goals based on what actions/services are rewarding. I enrolled in college as a biochemistry major to satisfy my parent’s wishes to become a doctor. However, after realizing that my interests conflicted with medical school, I switched to nursing. The majority of the pre-nursing students I befriended were committed to this field from a young age or believed it was their life’s purpose. However, my justifications were based on superficial aspects, such as job security and income. My entire life, I dreamed of entering college

From a very early age, I knew that a career in a healthcare profession was for me. Volunteering at care homes and at the hospital is very significant to my course of study because it gave me a feel of what I would be doing for the rest of my life. With the knowledge and experiences I’ve learned after completely these community service projects, it makes me eager to receive a degree in Bachelors of Science in Nursing, so I can continue caring and helping others professionally in a hospital. Becoming a nurse has always been my passion since I was a child. I genuinely want to be able to not only make a difference in someone’s life, but also assist them through difficult times.

For the last 3 years of my life i have developed a huge interest in the healthcare sector particularly nursing, i am very keen to work within the NHS. I am aware that nursing is a very challenging and demanding career, i am very eager to pursue a career which is rewarding, and where it allows me to help and care for other individuals, i feel as though i am ready to embark on this career. By becoming a nurse this would help me achieve my ambition, i feel that i am a enthusiastic and very positive person which will be able to help me throughout my course. I am very keen on working with the vulnerable as i feel that i have a lot of compassion towards others. I have a open personality and i am very caring when it comes to helping others, these

I have always been interested in the medical field. As a young child twelve years ago, and being diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, I encountered many doctors visits with numerous specialists testing involved. I saw firsthand what it would be like to work in the medical field. The nurses and the physician’s always made me feel at ease no matter what the tests or procedures were going to be during my visits. I decided that the medical field was for me. This past year, upon high school graduation, at age seventeen, I learned that I had to undergo lower back surgery for Degenerative Disk Disease. I encountered many more doctors and medical specialist who gave me more options to research as I continue to look to go into a medical

I have chosen a Nursing degree course because it centres on caring for individuals and families with diverse physical and mental health conditions. One of the areas I am attracted to is Adult nursing, a profession that requires patience and care. This course has a practical and theoretical basis, which I find interesting and challenging. Also, it will help me understand the subject in depth and enable me to learn and acquire the skills I need in order to meet the challenges of being a Nurse in the 21st century.

My interest and commitment to the nursing profession started from my inclination towards the medical field. Growing up, I always admired the amount of care and knowledge that is involved with health care. In college, I started as a biology major on the pre-med track, but during my sophomore year I decided that I wanted to pursue nursing instead. During my sophomore year, I took a music writing class, while I took biology and organic chemistry. That decision was a mistake as it effected my grades during my sophomore year.