Personal Philosophy Of Nursing Research Assignment

Personal Philosophy of Nursing
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Personal Philosophy of Nursing
Looking at the definition of a nurse, we get that it is “somebody who cares for a sick person,” but I think there is more beyond to nursing than this simple interpretation. In general terms, nursing is an influential and rewarding profession. Throughout their career, nurses care for people in all aspects and promote health to the general public and prevent diseases. Therefore, nursing is mainly concerned about helping the society and to become a nurse, one needs more than that a desire to be one or succeed. It requires one to be open minded, strong, caring, determined and thoughtful.
It has always been my dream to have a positive impact on other people’s lives and I believe nursing is the only path for me to achieve my childhood dreams. When I was growing up as a child, I saw many people from all different walks of life suffering. The beggars in the streets whose desire was to get enough money to treat or help their ailing relatives, the elderly and disabled people who have no ability to care for themselves. I always felt weak because I was unable to help them and could have I had that ability, I did not know how I could have done it since I was just a child. However, growing up has made me aware that more people need care, although becoming a nurse would not eradicate poverty from the society but I believe it will help those who need care. Another reason why I chose nursing is because of my mother, she narrates her experience at the hospitals and they inspired me a lot. What inspired me most is when she said that caring for a complete stranger at his/her hour of need is the best feeling one can ever get on earth.
I believe nursing suits me. I chose the profession because from my mother’s experience I believe the desire to help and care for others is a calling that needs to be answered. Above all, I am always drawn to helping those who are in need. It is an honorable career path and should not be taken as any other job for earning a living. My objective is to offer non-judgmental care to all regardless of their statuses in the society.
My personal philosophy to nursing is that the professionals have a responsibility of providing a safe, holistic and person-centered care to the public. As a nurse I am not supposed to view the patients as medical conditions but rather as people who are in need of person-centered attention and care. Therefore, nurses need to use clinical judgments t...