My Personal Philosophy Essence Of Nursing

Introduction
Nursing is to provide the highest quality of care for patients, their families, and the community when needed. It was a dream of mine to become a nurse, and it is a profession that has far exceeded my goals. My aunt that I lived with allowed me the exposure to her life as a nurse. In reflecting back through my 40 years of being a nurse how fortunate I was to have her as a role model, and how far we have come with our nursing profession. I now realize how invaluable the experience was to have someone take the time and guide me as I started my journey as a new nurse. Nursing was the only path I wanted to take, and looking back there have been no regrets for my choice other than not going back to school for my BSN. My personal philosophy

The past practice and research are the foundations that provide and directs the care of the patient to necessitate recovery. Florence Nightingale’s scientific epidemiological research reduced mortality rates by as much as 71% in the Crimean War (Masters, 2014). Research in her practice to improve outcomes and decrease mortality is what we still strived for today.
The Decade of Change of 1945-1960 directed the adjustments in practice through the years that has assisted in improving treatment and care of the patient additionally it shaping the future of nursing practice. Advances in the healthcare field including the discovery of different medication that eradicated illness and improved outcomes. It opened to a brighter future and opportunity to students and allowed entry into nursing schools regardless of color or gender. I believe that it was a significant milestone for our nursing

Additionally, the care must be safe quality with compassion, kindness and be non-judgmental communicated in a manner that is understandable by the patient and their support system. The information and education that I give to my patients in a manner that they understand allow them to make a better decision and be involved in their