Nursing Leadership Report
1. What has been your experience with nurses and nursing? (200 words or less) (Required)
I had my first interaction with nursing at a young age and although it was disappointing and unpleasant, it helped create a strong desire in me to help others. After being told that my sister had suffered a grand mal seizure, I insisted on going to the hospital to be with her. It was devastating to watch she was not receiving the best care. I vowed on that day to be by her side and dedicate my life to help others in need. Flash forward to high school when volunteered at Good Samaritan Hospital where I directed families to where their love ones were held. What caught my eyes was the devotion and passion the nurses showed to the patient and families. …show more content…
There I was told to touch others and to be touched in return is the essence of nursing.
This past winter, I had internship at Ramapo Surgical Center, where I had the opportunity to see a team of professionals working as one mind to heal one person. The dedication and ambition from the nurse to the anesthesiologist, surgeon and surgical technician opened my eyes to understand that as a nurse, I am the patient’s voice, advocator and caretaker.
2. How have these, or other experiences, motivated your desire to enter the nursing profession? (200 words or less) (Required)
My personal and volunteer experience has provided me with the immense desire to help others. I have found a profession that involves cutting edge science and care giving in which I can invest myself fully in the health and lives of others.
As my childhood created my desire to aid, it was working at Camp Venture that taught me what being a caregiver truly meant. As a community habilitation counselor, my responsibilities ranged from community outings to assistance in personal hygiene. I instantaneously became attached to this energetic boy and although he was non-verbal and autistic, it didn’t stop him. Through him, I became in awe with the human spirit and am proud to say he was the one who touched me.
My desire to enter the nursing profession was also encourage by my childhood mentor, who has been a nurse for 30 years. As she tells me her patient’s miracles and heartaches, I see the qualities of a nurse I aim to become. Nursing for her the pursuit of new knowledge, belief of human dignity and equality for all patients. She has fixed in me the principle that nursing is not a 9-5 hour shift but a way of life.
3. What is your perception of the role of a nurse? (200 words or less) (Required) +12 words
My volunteer and internships experiences have shaped my perception of the role of a nurse. Through experience of the healthcare setting, I’ve learned while doctors might be tacticians when it comes to healthcare, nurses are at the frontline in our patients fight against illness.
Nursing is an investment in patient’s lives. Nurses must make complex physical, social and cultural assessments and coordinate all aspects of the patient and their family. They need not the just the kind of skills used for reading monitors and bedside manner but also communication skills; the ability to talk with a terminally ill patient and their family, and to the physicians. They are with the patient from the beginning to the end and go behind the call of duty to provide the essential care to build a connection needed to uphold the transition from illness to healing. A nurse ability to use knowledge in nursing care is essential to the safety of the patient but those around. Nursing to me is a profession that takes professionals who have a passion for what they do and who they are doing it for. BETTER ENDING NEEDED!
4. The University at Buffalo School of Nursing values students who demonstrate leadership, collaboration, integrity, and respect for diversity. Give a specific example of how each of these characteristics are exemplified in your life. (500 words or less) (Required) +33 words
What caught my attention to UB’s School of Nursing was the I-CARE motto.
The mission and vision installed in the school is a platform for future achievers. I strive to embody the I-CARE values and build upon them as a nurse.
Becoming captain of my high school basketball team has proven to be a true example of what being a leader truly means. Being an effective leader comes with great responsibility. My coach and team mates depending on me to run practice and provide motivation to the team. As a leader, I was the intermediary between my team mates and coach and came to realize the responsibilities as a leader was not just required on the court but also off. My time as a captain installed in me with skills for the future, and now as I take new leadership in college, I will continue to learn and build upon my …show more content…
skills.
As Assistant Director of Victory Temple Seventh Day Adventist Pathfinder Club, my title emphases on having leadership qualities but also collaborating with and motivating members of the club. Similar in many respect to Scouting, the Pathfinder Club is a world-wide, church orientated organization that enforces and teaches children interactive skills they will benefit in the future. Every five years, an international camporee is held, where more than 35,000 pathfinders from over 500 countries come to share, learn and worship with each other. The preparation during months leading up to the 2014 International Camporee was challenging. Every leader had great ideas for fundraisers and sponsorship ; but by maintaining our focus, we able to be a part of an incredible event. More importantly, the children had the chance to step out their comfort zone and meet children from all different backgrounds.
**Integrity is not taught in the classroom but in real life situations. The church I grew up in was a small and racially homogenous church. As I grew older, I become more involved and gained the position of Treasurer. As Treasurer I was expected to count and record all offering given each Sabbath. The trust my church had in me reaffirms my belief that people recognize my integrity.
For the most part of my life, the word diversity was never really brought to my attention. I had never looked to define what diversity was merely because it was all around me. Growing up in a religious household, I have always been involve with church activities. As I came to Buffalo, I immediately became involved with the local church and used my experience to gain leadership role. However , what I didn’t expect was the different backgrounds each child came from, most from one parent households to living with relatives. This pushed me to make a connection and strive to help create welcoming environment for them. **BETTER ENDING NEEDED!
The Traditional Nursing Program at UB is intense and demanding. Give an example of a time that you struggled academically and outline the steps you took to respond to this challenge. (350 words or less) (Required)
I completed my freshman year at Buffalo State College with an overall grade point average of 3.6. My GPA built my confidence and I expected that I would continue to maintain a stable average. However, my sophomore at UB proved to be extremely challenging for me academically, as human physiology was demanding.
I spent the beginning of the semester studying countless hours going nowhere.
As the material became more difficult, I became overwhelmed. I realized in order to be successful, I needed to seek help from the professors. I arranged appointments with the few of the professors to gain perspective on how to conquer the material. Through their advice and steady group studying, I started to gain my confidence back and become more comfortable with the material. Although my final grade was undesirable, I’ve learned so much of what preparation truly means. In order to be successful, I need to be prepared; and like nursing, preparation is
key.
On top of the classes I was taking past semester, I also had a lot of other responsibilities I had committed to. The pathfinder club is a volunteer organization and is very demanding and time consuming. However, being the Assistant Director carries its own weight. I am responsible for not only the preparation for meetings and addressing issues but also being actively involved with the children lives outside of club. Having to jungle school, work and club has been extremely difficult. I have learned to work under pressure, prioritize my time and have adapted living on my own.
I am extremely proud of myself for not throwing in the towel this past semester and stepping out of my comfort zone to seek for help. From my decision of moving to Buffalo, living off campus and supporting myself, I can see how my attitude and struggle has changed me completely and has made me a better person. Just as Thomas Paine quotes, “The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph” OR “ I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress and grow.”
I had my first interaction with nursing at a young age and although it was disappointing and unpleasant, it helped create a strong desire in me to help others. After being told that my sister had suffered a grand mal seizure, I insisted on going to the hospital to be with her. It was devastating to watch she was not receiving the best care. I vowed on that day to be by her side and dedicate my life to help others in need. Flash forward to high school when volunteered at Good Samaritan Hospital where I directed families to where their love ones were held. What caught my eyes was the devotion and passion the nurses showed to the patient and families. …show more content…
There I was told to touch others and to be touched in return is the essence of nursing.
This past winter, I had internship at Ramapo Surgical Center, where I had the opportunity to see a team of professionals working as one mind to heal one person. The dedication and ambition from the nurse to the anesthesiologist, surgeon and surgical technician opened my eyes to understand that as a nurse, I am the patient’s voice, advocator and caretaker.
2. How have these, or other experiences, motivated your desire to enter the nursing profession? (200 words or less) (Required)
My personal and volunteer experience has provided me with the immense desire to help others. I have found a profession that involves cutting edge science and care giving in which I can invest myself fully in the health and lives of others.
As my childhood created my desire to aid, it was working at Camp Venture that taught me what being a caregiver truly meant. As a community habilitation counselor, my responsibilities ranged from community outings to assistance in personal hygiene. I instantaneously became attached to this energetic boy and although he was non-verbal and autistic, it didn’t stop him. Through him, I became in awe with the human spirit and am proud to say he was the one who touched me.
My desire to enter the nursing profession was also encourage by my childhood mentor, who has been a nurse for 30 years. As she tells me her patient’s miracles and heartaches, I see the qualities of a nurse I aim to become. Nursing for her the pursuit of new knowledge, belief of human dignity and equality for all patients. She has fixed in me the principle that nursing is not a 9-5 hour shift but a way of life.
3. What is your perception of the role of a nurse? (200 words or less) (Required) +12 words
My volunteer and internships experiences have shaped my perception of the role of a nurse. Through experience of the healthcare setting, I’ve learned while doctors might be tacticians when it comes to healthcare, nurses are at the frontline in our patients fight against illness.
Nursing is an investment in patient’s lives. Nurses must make complex physical, social and cultural assessments and coordinate all aspects of the patient and their family. They need not the just the kind of skills used for reading monitors and bedside manner but also communication skills; the ability to talk with a terminally ill patient and their family, and to the physicians. They are with the patient from the beginning to the end and go behind the call of duty to provide the essential care to build a connection needed to uphold the transition from illness to healing. A nurse ability to use knowledge in nursing care is essential to the safety of the patient but those around. Nursing to me is a profession that takes professionals who have a passion for what they do and who they are doing it for. BETTER ENDING NEEDED!
4. The University at Buffalo School of Nursing values students who demonstrate leadership, collaboration, integrity, and respect for diversity. Give a specific example of how each of these characteristics are exemplified in your life. (500 words or less) (Required) +33 words
What caught my attention to UB’s School of Nursing was the I-CARE motto.
The mission and vision installed in the school is a platform for future achievers. I strive to embody the I-CARE values and build upon them as a nurse.
Becoming captain of my high school basketball team has proven to be a true example of what being a leader truly means. Being an effective leader comes with great responsibility. My coach and team mates depending on me to run practice and provide motivation to the team. As a leader, I was the intermediary between my team mates and coach and came to realize the responsibilities as a leader was not just required on the court but also off. My time as a captain installed in me with skills for the future, and now as I take new leadership in college, I will continue to learn and build upon my …show more content…
skills.
As Assistant Director of Victory Temple Seventh Day Adventist Pathfinder Club, my title emphases on having leadership qualities but also collaborating with and motivating members of the club. Similar in many respect to Scouting, the Pathfinder Club is a world-wide, church orientated organization that enforces and teaches children interactive skills they will benefit in the future. Every five years, an international camporee is held, where more than 35,000 pathfinders from over 500 countries come to share, learn and worship with each other. The preparation during months leading up to the 2014 International Camporee was challenging. Every leader had great ideas for fundraisers and sponsorship ; but by maintaining our focus, we able to be a part of an incredible event. More importantly, the children had the chance to step out their comfort zone and meet children from all different backgrounds.
**Integrity is not taught in the classroom but in real life situations. The church I grew up in was a small and racially homogenous church. As I grew older, I become more involved and gained the position of Treasurer. As Treasurer I was expected to count and record all offering given each Sabbath. The trust my church had in me reaffirms my belief that people recognize my integrity.
For the most part of my life, the word diversity was never really brought to my attention. I had never looked to define what diversity was merely because it was all around me. Growing up in a religious household, I have always been involve with church activities. As I came to Buffalo, I immediately became involved with the local church and used my experience to gain leadership role. However , what I didn’t expect was the different backgrounds each child came from, most from one parent households to living with relatives. This pushed me to make a connection and strive to help create welcoming environment for them. **BETTER ENDING NEEDED!
The Traditional Nursing Program at UB is intense and demanding. Give an example of a time that you struggled academically and outline the steps you took to respond to this challenge. (350 words or less) (Required)
I completed my freshman year at Buffalo State College with an overall grade point average of 3.6. My GPA built my confidence and I expected that I would continue to maintain a stable average. However, my sophomore at UB proved to be extremely challenging for me academically, as human physiology was demanding.
I spent the beginning of the semester studying countless hours going nowhere.
As the material became more difficult, I became overwhelmed. I realized in order to be successful, I needed to seek help from the professors. I arranged appointments with the few of the professors to gain perspective on how to conquer the material. Through their advice and steady group studying, I started to gain my confidence back and become more comfortable with the material. Although my final grade was undesirable, I’ve learned so much of what preparation truly means. In order to be successful, I need to be prepared; and like nursing, preparation is
key.
On top of the classes I was taking past semester, I also had a lot of other responsibilities I had committed to. The pathfinder club is a volunteer organization and is very demanding and time consuming. However, being the Assistant Director carries its own weight. I am responsible for not only the preparation for meetings and addressing issues but also being actively involved with the children lives outside of club. Having to jungle school, work and club has been extremely difficult. I have learned to work under pressure, prioritize my time and have adapted living on my own.
I am extremely proud of myself for not throwing in the towel this past semester and stepping out of my comfort zone to seek for help. From my decision of moving to Buffalo, living off campus and supporting myself, I can see how my attitude and struggle has changed me completely and has made me a better person. Just as Thomas Paine quotes, “The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph” OR “ I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress and grow.”