It’s scary to trust someone new when you are most vulnerable. As a nurse, my goal is to foster unity through care and a person-centred relationship.
I am currently enrolled in an Access Course in Nursing and Healthcare. Although nursing has always been something I loved, I didn’t have the qualifications to do it. Access will give me the opportunity to learn academic knowledge and prepare me for adult nursing. I will be able to use the skills of time management and essay writing as a foundation for university. I am excited to begin my independent research project on chronic fatigue syndrome. Two years ago, I was suffering from post-viral symptoms due to glandular fever and double tonsillitis. I’m interested in illnesses that are not easily diagnosed and so can be very difficult to live well with. Modules such as The Principles of Nursing in my degree program will help me identify the most important care needs of patients of different ages. This skill is critical for adult nurses since it’s possible to move from children’s care services into adult care as early as sixteen. It is essential that you are able to listen to and respond to both the teenage and elderly patients. It is also a pleasure to learn more about the role that nurses play in public health promotion. It will be a crucial role in education for our ageing population, I believe. I value both experience in the private and public healthcare sectors. In this spirit, I volunteer at an independent care home that cares for people with late-onset dementia. Additionally, I was selected to participate in a pilot program at my local hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department. Working with a variety health professionals, these placements helped me to develop important interpersonal skills. I communicate with residents at the care home to give them clear, friendly directions to get to the bathroom or to the dining room. I have confidence in my abilities and initiative to care for bedbound residents who are non-verbal. I encourage the residents and provide safe eating conditions. I am responsible for requesting feedback from patients and their families. I treat people with respect and care, regardless of their past. I take the time to get to know people and their situations. As nurses can be affected by people’s distress or illness, it is important to maintain a level head.
I also attend evening classes in Level 1 British Sign Language. I am eager to learn new languages and believe it will help me in my nursing career. Everyone deserves to hear and be understood, especially those in need of medical attention. As part of small teams, I teach theatre school children. Although I work well with colleagues, it encourages creativity. I also have the ability to lead and inspire my students. There are many challenges to a career as a nurse. But I believe I have the courage to care about people and will be able to succeed as a student nurse.
