SEQ CHAPTER H R 1RUNNING HEAD: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Kristen Bunge
University of Phoenix
NUR/391
March 19, 2008
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
My professional plan is to grow as a nurse by gaining knowledge through school and my daily experiences, so in five years I can care for patients and families as a nurse practitioner. I will make short term and long term goals to help guide me down my path as I transition into the role of professional nurse; providing me with new opportunities for my future. Beliefs and values influences the decisions people make in their personal and professional life. My beliefs and values were incorporated to make my philosophy of nursing, that is to be an advocate …show more content…
According to Alexander Graham Bell (2001) "before anything else preparation is the key to success". Values and beliefs will change over time, which will influence your original plan to formulate new goals, when this occurs a person must revaluate the resources available and challenge themselves to meet new goals. I will evaluate my plan to ensure I am staying on task meeting my goals that I have set forth so I will be successful in my future.
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