My Nursing Philosophy

I became a nurse to reassure, protect and guide my patient to a better state of health, just as my nurse did for me when I had surgery. I was on the fence about going to nursing school and was scared, nervous, and ready to jump off the stretcher. My nurse gave me a lot of reassurance and comfort. I started counting back the numbers from ten when anesthesia gave me my drugs, it was also then that my nurse saw the terrified look on my face and said, “You’re going to be okay, I was in your place ten years ago with the same doctor, I am safe, healthy, and here for you.” The next thing I remember is thinking “Ah, this is what I want to do” as I drifted into sleep. This is the reasoning as to why I became a nurse and my philosophy behind my care. …show more content…
“Look at the following attributes given to a person: (1) the ability to think and conceptualize, (2) the capacity to interact with others, (3) the need for boundaries, (4) the use of language.” (Masters, 2017, p. 105). As complex as the human being is, it does not take much effort to give a smile to a stranger. A simple smile can make someone’s day brighter. Being able to listen to my patient's needs, concerns, and fears will help them post-operatively. Providing the boundaries of the professional relationship and establishing trust is rewarding for the patient as well as the nurse. We must as nurses “communicate accurately and completely” ("Texas Differentiated Essential Competencies," 2010, p.