Personal Nursing Philosophy
Personal Philosophy of Nursing
Madeline A. Cameron
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
My personal philosophy views nursing as a calling. I believe that all nurses have a personal duty to delineate personal and spiritual truths, pursue continuing education and provide competent and unbiased care to all patients. “Spirituality in health is inextricable in each person’s search for the discovery of the truth about self and the meaning and purpose of life.” (PubMed.gov, 1997) In order to help those who are vulnerable, the nurse must have a well-defined spiritual foundation and personal moral standards from which to draw in difficult times. “Healthy communities are the product of healthy individuals who sow spiritual seeds such …show more content…
as unconditional positive regard, acceptance, respect and dignity for the benefit and advancement of individuals and humankind as a whole.” (PubMed.gov, 1997) Associate degrees in nursing are an admirable, however Baccalaureate and Master degrees are becoming the standard in nursing education.
“More health care organizations are working to raise quality standards and meet consumer expectations for safe patient care, and that translates into higher demand for more educated nurses.” (Robert Wood Johson Foundation, 2011) Nurses have to be cognizant of complex issues that surround the delivery of quality and cost effective patient care. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Baccalaureate nursing programs provide a more comprehensive understanding of matters such as social and economic issues that affect patients and various care delivery systems. (American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2014) Nurses should also demonstrate competence by seeking continuing education opportunities and specialized …show more content…
degrees. “Nurses can provide unbiased, scientifically based information about all available options to be considered. This enables patients to consider all options and choose from those that fit within their value system, beliefs and anticipated outcomes for their own care.” (American Nursing Review, 2008) It is essential that nurses find a connection with every patient in order to prevent biased care and to demonstrate effective advocacy. “All people have biases; however, unexamined biases are more likely to influence behavior than examined ones.” (Black, 2014) I deeply identify with the OKWU conceptual framework of nursing.
Foremost, I believe that nursing is an extension of the mission of Jesus Christ. “Christian faith provides a servant-leadership model for nursing practice based upon the role model of Christ as a servant leader.” (betterbirthday, 2012) Secondly, I am a strong believer in continuing education in nursing. The bible says “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15, KJV) Not only should we study the word of God, but we should also study the subjects related to our divine calling. Holistic nursing is another value that resonates with my nursing practice. Holistic nursing focuses on mind, body and spirit. (Black, 2014) For example, a professional nurse who encounters an angry post-surgical patient and states “You seem to be upset, would you like to talk about what is making you angry?” is practicing holistic nursing. Rather than taking the patient’s anger personally, she is providing emotional support to a person who is likely anxious and
scared. In conclusion, nursing is a highly personalized and complex mission. In order to provide optimal care, nurses must first complete a self-evaluation and identify their spiritual foundation, biases, and personal value systems. I believe the conceptual framework of OKWU is well delineated and serves to facilitate and enhance my personal nursing practice.
References
American Association of Colleges of Nursing. (2014, January 21). Retrieved from http://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/newsroom/newsroom-content/2011/05/job-prospects-good-for-well-educated-nurses-survey-shows.html
American Nursing Review. (2008, January 17). Retrieved from http://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/newsroom/newsroom-content/2011/05/job-prospects-good-for-well-educated-nurses-survey-shows.html betterbirthday. (2012, February 8). Retrieved from Just another WordPress.com site: http://betterbirthday.wordpress.com/2012/02/08/christianity-and-its-impact-upon-the-practice-of-nursing/
Black, B. P. (2014). Professional Nursing Concepts & Challenges. St. Louis, Missouri: Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.
LifeChurch.tv Bible App. (2014).
PubMed.gov. (1997, November 4). Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9416108
Robert Wood Johson Foundation. (2011, May 27). Retrieved from http://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/newsroom/newsroom-content/2011/05/job-prospects-good-for-well-educated-nurses-survey-shows.html
Madeline A. Cameron
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
My personal philosophy views nursing as a calling. I believe that all nurses have a personal duty to delineate personal and spiritual truths, pursue continuing education and provide competent and unbiased care to all patients. “Spirituality in health is inextricable in each person’s search for the discovery of the truth about self and the meaning and purpose of life.” (PubMed.gov, 1997) In order to help those who are vulnerable, the nurse must have a well-defined spiritual foundation and personal moral standards from which to draw in difficult times. “Healthy communities are the product of healthy individuals who sow spiritual seeds such …show more content…
as unconditional positive regard, acceptance, respect and dignity for the benefit and advancement of individuals and humankind as a whole.” (PubMed.gov, 1997) Associate degrees in nursing are an admirable, however Baccalaureate and Master degrees are becoming the standard in nursing education.
“More health care organizations are working to raise quality standards and meet consumer expectations for safe patient care, and that translates into higher demand for more educated nurses.” (Robert Wood Johson Foundation, 2011) Nurses have to be cognizant of complex issues that surround the delivery of quality and cost effective patient care. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Baccalaureate nursing programs provide a more comprehensive understanding of matters such as social and economic issues that affect patients and various care delivery systems. (American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2014) Nurses should also demonstrate competence by seeking continuing education opportunities and specialized …show more content…
degrees. “Nurses can provide unbiased, scientifically based information about all available options to be considered. This enables patients to consider all options and choose from those that fit within their value system, beliefs and anticipated outcomes for their own care.” (American Nursing Review, 2008) It is essential that nurses find a connection with every patient in order to prevent biased care and to demonstrate effective advocacy. “All people have biases; however, unexamined biases are more likely to influence behavior than examined ones.” (Black, 2014) I deeply identify with the OKWU conceptual framework of nursing.
Foremost, I believe that nursing is an extension of the mission of Jesus Christ. “Christian faith provides a servant-leadership model for nursing practice based upon the role model of Christ as a servant leader.” (betterbirthday, 2012) Secondly, I am a strong believer in continuing education in nursing. The bible says “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15, KJV) Not only should we study the word of God, but we should also study the subjects related to our divine calling. Holistic nursing is another value that resonates with my nursing practice. Holistic nursing focuses on mind, body and spirit. (Black, 2014) For example, a professional nurse who encounters an angry post-surgical patient and states “You seem to be upset, would you like to talk about what is making you angry?” is practicing holistic nursing. Rather than taking the patient’s anger personally, she is providing emotional support to a person who is likely anxious and
scared. In conclusion, nursing is a highly personalized and complex mission. In order to provide optimal care, nurses must first complete a self-evaluation and identify their spiritual foundation, biases, and personal value systems. I believe the conceptual framework of OKWU is well delineated and serves to facilitate and enhance my personal nursing practice.
References
American Association of Colleges of Nursing. (2014, January 21). Retrieved from http://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/newsroom/newsroom-content/2011/05/job-prospects-good-for-well-educated-nurses-survey-shows.html
American Nursing Review. (2008, January 17). Retrieved from http://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/newsroom/newsroom-content/2011/05/job-prospects-good-for-well-educated-nurses-survey-shows.html betterbirthday. (2012, February 8). Retrieved from Just another WordPress.com site: http://betterbirthday.wordpress.com/2012/02/08/christianity-and-its-impact-upon-the-practice-of-nursing/
Black, B. P. (2014). Professional Nursing Concepts & Challenges. St. Louis, Missouri: Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.
LifeChurch.tv Bible App. (2014).
PubMed.gov. (1997, November 4). Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9416108
Robert Wood Johson Foundation. (2011, May 27). Retrieved from http://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/newsroom/newsroom-content/2011/05/job-prospects-good-for-well-educated-nurses-survey-shows.html