According to the article “What is Pre-Nursing,” Mary McMahon defines pre-nursing as “an educational track which is designed to prepare someone for enrollment in a nursing program” (McMahon). It also prepares students who are looking to transfer into nursing school or to help transfer into a four year college to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). When choosing to major in Pre-nursing, you are deciding to embark on a journey to help others. Nurses help increase patient health, prevent diseases, and help patients successfully deal with illness. Pre-nursing studies allow students to learn the art, humanity, and science of nursing. Furthermore, the Nursing field has countless specialties, such as NICU, ICU, Ob/Gyn Nursing, etc. McMahon
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Additional courses include Introduction to Speech Communication, Public Speaking, and Business and Professional Communication. These three courses are extremely important in the nursing profession. Effective communication teaches students how to collaborate with other members on their healthcare team. In the article “The Importance of Teamwork in Nursing” Jennifer Ward states, “When nurses function as part of a unit, and when they act as part of a team, the job itself is easier and more efficient” Therefore, increased teamwork also helps patients (Ward). Working in a hospital setting as a nurse can be very hectic and stressful. Working in this type of environment, you may come across rude patients. When facing these challenges, you will have the knowledge of business and professional communication that will prepare you how to handle these situations. Occupied at a hospital is also less predictable than working at a clinic, because hospitals are larger and taking patients in twenty four hours a day. Whereas clinics are open only during the day. This course will enhance your skills by getting you ready to overcome any hassle in the …show more content…
Nurses care for all individuals and all ages. They are healthcare professionals who have been taught and trained to provide the highest quality of health care to the people. They not only give back to their patients, but to anyone who comes across their sight whether it be at or outside of work. They also promote health education to their communities. On the other hand, when choosing this career, you are undergoing many opportunities. Pre-nursing can help you choose and give you an idea of which type of nurse you would like to be. The types of nurses range from Licensed vocational nurse to advanced registered nurse. The highest level of nursing is nursing at the doctorate level. One must obtain a doctorate degree. There are plenty of paths to pursue in the nursing
Additional courses include Introduction to Speech Communication, Public Speaking, and Business and Professional Communication. These three courses are extremely important in the nursing profession. Effective communication teaches students how to collaborate with other members on their healthcare team. In the article “The Importance of Teamwork in Nursing” Jennifer Ward states, “When nurses function as part of a unit, and when they act as part of a team, the job itself is easier and more efficient” Therefore, increased teamwork also helps patients (Ward). Working in a hospital setting as a nurse can be very hectic and stressful. Working in this type of environment, you may come across rude patients. When facing these challenges, you will have the knowledge of business and professional communication that will prepare you how to handle these situations. Occupied at a hospital is also less predictable than working at a clinic, because hospitals are larger and taking patients in twenty four hours a day. Whereas clinics are open only during the day. This course will enhance your skills by getting you ready to overcome any hassle in the …show more content…
Nurses care for all individuals and all ages. They are healthcare professionals who have been taught and trained to provide the highest quality of health care to the people. They not only give back to their patients, but to anyone who comes across their sight whether it be at or outside of work. They also promote health education to their communities. On the other hand, when choosing this career, you are undergoing many opportunities. Pre-nursing can help you choose and give you an idea of which type of nurse you would like to be. The types of nurses range from Licensed vocational nurse to advanced registered nurse. The highest level of nursing is nursing at the doctorate level. One must obtain a doctorate degree. There are plenty of paths to pursue in the nursing