I want a career that is interesting, challenging and rewarding where I can make a positive difference to people’s lives, which is why I have chosen to follow a career path in adult nursing.
I came to this decision during work experience in my local hospital pathology lab where I had the opportunity to broaden my knowledge and see at first-hand how analysis in the lab underpins the work of healthcare professionals. I was able to witness the commitment and composure of the blood transfusion technicians during an urgent call enabling me to understand the importance of clear communication. This enthused me to become part of a team involved in aiding a patient’s recovery. Engaging in the hospital environment has highlighted that working collaboratively is pivotal to the functioning of the hospital, emphasising that every member of staff …show more content…
Through volunteering in a residential home I have found the importance of care and compassion in building relationships with older people by providing reassurance and support. Through witnessing a colleague’s interaction with residents I am developing the language of compassion and appreciating the importance of respect, privacy and dignity of not only residents but family members. I feel privileged listening to patients talk about their lives and families and am pleased that they feel comfortable sharing their experiences with me. I have gained an understanding of empathy in establishing caring relationships with people in my care. I am also shadowing a district nurse in a GP practice, which has given me a considerable insight into the day to day challenges faced by the nursing profession. It has made me aware of the constant need to keep up to date with knowledge and skills, to work as a team and seek assistance when necessary to ensure that a robust service is given. I witnessed how the core values of the NHS constitution underpin the outstanding service that nurses
I came to this decision during work experience in my local hospital pathology lab where I had the opportunity to broaden my knowledge and see at first-hand how analysis in the lab underpins the work of healthcare professionals. I was able to witness the commitment and composure of the blood transfusion technicians during an urgent call enabling me to understand the importance of clear communication. This enthused me to become part of a team involved in aiding a patient’s recovery. Engaging in the hospital environment has highlighted that working collaboratively is pivotal to the functioning of the hospital, emphasising that every member of staff …show more content…
Through volunteering in a residential home I have found the importance of care and compassion in building relationships with older people by providing reassurance and support. Through witnessing a colleague’s interaction with residents I am developing the language of compassion and appreciating the importance of respect, privacy and dignity of not only residents but family members. I feel privileged listening to patients talk about their lives and families and am pleased that they feel comfortable sharing their experiences with me. I have gained an understanding of empathy in establishing caring relationships with people in my care. I am also shadowing a district nurse in a GP practice, which has given me a considerable insight into the day to day challenges faced by the nursing profession. It has made me aware of the constant need to keep up to date with knowledge and skills, to work as a team and seek assistance when necessary to ensure that a robust service is given. I witnessed how the core values of the NHS constitution underpin the outstanding service that nurses