Personal Philosophy of Nursing
Personal Philosophy of Nursing
Personal Philosophy of Nursing
Pamela Metzger
September 11, 2011
Jacksonville University
Personal Philosophy of Nursing
Nursing Philosophy
What is nursing, what does nursing mean to me? After much thought I have put together
a few ideas of what the term nursing means to me, along with some supporting ideas from
references I have read.
Jacksonville University School of Nursing Philosophy
One of the primary foundations of the philosophy of Jacksonville University’s School of
Nursing is based on caring in nursing. Compassion and concern for protecting and enhancing the
dignity of the patient are essential components of caring. Caring in nursing is there to meet the
needs of the patient, their family and their environment. The faculty of Jacksonville University
believes that caring can be fostered by education and then students put it to use in their
professional life. (Jacksonville University 2011)
Key Concepts/Guiding Principles
My personal philosophy of nursing consists of several key concepts and principles that
guide my actions as a nurse. As a nurse you must possess knowledge, you must be honest with
yourself and your patient, you must communicate well, you must be a voice for your patient
when they cannot, you must listen well, you must be able create a trusting relationship with your
patient and their family, and you must create a safe, clean environment to encourage the
wellbeing of your patient.
Nursing begins with a set of mechanical and critical thinking skills learned in school and
developed in clinical practice over a period of time and are used to aid in the recovery of the
patient. It is important to gain and utilize knowledge about disease processes and comorbidities
and how to care for that patient.
Personal Philosophy of Nursing
I believe, as nurses we do need to maintain a level of professionalism with our patients to
respect their dignity and
Personal Philosophy of Nursing
Pamela Metzger
September 11, 2011
Jacksonville University
Personal Philosophy of Nursing
Nursing Philosophy
What is nursing, what does nursing mean to me? After much thought I have put together
a few ideas of what the term nursing means to me, along with some supporting ideas from
references I have read.
Jacksonville University School of Nursing Philosophy
One of the primary foundations of the philosophy of Jacksonville University’s School of
Nursing is based on caring in nursing. Compassion and concern for protecting and enhancing the
dignity of the patient are essential components of caring. Caring in nursing is there to meet the
needs of the patient, their family and their environment. The faculty of Jacksonville University
believes that caring can be fostered by education and then students put it to use in their
professional life. (Jacksonville University 2011)
Key Concepts/Guiding Principles
My personal philosophy of nursing consists of several key concepts and principles that
guide my actions as a nurse. As a nurse you must possess knowledge, you must be honest with
yourself and your patient, you must communicate well, you must be a voice for your patient
when they cannot, you must listen well, you must be able create a trusting relationship with your
patient and their family, and you must create a safe, clean environment to encourage the
wellbeing of your patient.
Nursing begins with a set of mechanical and critical thinking skills learned in school and
developed in clinical practice over a period of time and are used to aid in the recovery of the
patient. It is important to gain and utilize knowledge about disease processes and comorbidities
and how to care for that patient.
Personal Philosophy of Nursing
I believe, as nurses we do need to maintain a level of professionalism with our patients to
respect their dignity and
References: Jacksonville School of Nursing Philosophy (2011). Retrieved September 11, 2011, from http://www.ju.edu/index.php/son-home Cara, C. (2003). A Pragmatic View of Jean Watson’s Caring Theory. Retrieved from Watson Caring Science Institute website: (Under Caring Science, Articles for Download) Blais, K.K., & Hayes, J.S. (2011). Theoretical Foundations of Professional Nursing. In M. Conner (Ed), Professional nursing practice: concepts & perspectives (6th ed.)