A Carreer as a Nurse

A nurse is often defined as “a person who cares for the sick.” Though this is true, nurse’s qualifications surpass this simple definition. Nurses have the abilities to deal with all different kinds of people in all different kinds of states. They treat the elderly, the temporarily ill, newborns, adults, the blind, the permanently ill, and the psychotic. They give care to people through grieving, birth, dying, illness, crying, pain, and loss. I want to be a member of the nursing field so I can assist others during their time of need and make an impact in their lives.

My future goals include obtaining my Bachelors in Nursing, then pursing my degree as a Nurse Practitioner. I believe I possess the dedication, determination, and heart it takes to work in the healthcare field. Also, I have the academic drive to succeed in my schooling. I’ve been on the high honor roll every semester since my freshman year of high school. I am also the treasurer of National Honor Society. My academic awards include being Student of the Month and being an Academic All-American on my lacrosse team. By participating in clubs and sports I have learned time management. I am a three sport athlete with a very busy schedule. I participated in diving, volleyball, and lacrosse. By playing varsity volleyball and lacrosse since my freshman year, I was forced to learn maturity at a young age. Sports aren’t just a hobby of mine, they are a huge part of my life. They have helped mold me into the type of person I am today. I’ve learned about being patient from swimming and diving. Perfecting a new dive takes time and doesn’t always happen on the first try, therefore, I learned about taking my time and not becoming frustrated. Volleyball taught me how to work under pr...

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...have an appreciation for every department in the hospital because I have done a rotation in every department. Also, I’ve learned how to be persistent and ask appropriate questions. I have formed relationships with staff members at our local hospital which will help me in the future. These experiences proved to me that I am ready for the hardships and thrills of the healthcare field.

My future is bright and optimistic. I know I possess the qualities necessary to finish my schooling. I also possess the traits needed to work in the healthcare field, specifically nursing. I hope to return to the areas of Jefferson and Lewis County after obtaining my Bachelor’s in Nursing or my Nurse Practitioner degree as a way to give back to the community that has given me every opportunity I could imagine. I can’t imagine myself being in any other career or living in any other area.