In my upcoming years at Michigan State University I have intentions on applying to the Nursing school, completing nursing school and in the end continuing my academic career by becoming a CRNA- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. The reasons I crave to pursue this career are ample: opportunities to aid others on a daily basis, work on a team with other medical professionals and be able to alter people's lives in a positive way consistently.
This profession suits me well due to the fact that this profession requires a person who is sociable, empathetic and can handle adversity with positivity. People who have known me my whole life know that I am utterly understanding of other people's differences, lifestyles and what they are going through
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Regardless of discovering my passion for being a CRNA last year, I have been prepping for the medical world for the past two years by volunteering, job shadowing and maintaining acceptable grades. My volunteer positions have consisted of Kids Food Basket- a nonprofit organization that provides food for deprived children in the Grand Rapids area-, weekly volunteer at Helen Devos Children's Hospital in the outpatient surgery unit, and now the the medical/ nursing floor at Mclaren hospital in Lansing. During my years of high school I was a member of Student Government, Project Chuck, Senior Leadership and National Honors Society. In addition to volunteering volunteering I have also done medical job shadows. I spent one summer shadowing a physical therapist three days a week which ultimately turned out wonderful because I discovered I wanted a career that was a faster pace and in a hospital setting. After that job shadow I shadowed a physician assistant in the the cardiothoracic intensive care unit at Meijer Heart Center in Grand Rapids. Lastly, i job shadowed a CRNA in Grand Rapids where I was able to observe a day in the life of an CRNA and many surgeries: laminectomies and spinal
The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), also called nurse anesthetists, is a registered nurse that has specialized in delivering anesthesia during surgery and other procedures, as well as monitoring vital signs and maintaining the patient’s airway. A CRNA can also further their specialty specifically for pediatric, bariatric, cardiac care, etc. patients. To become a CRNA, an extensive education, as well as experience, is required before even being considered to enter the anesthesia educational program. CRNAs have a variety of work settings to choose from, such as dentist offices, operating rooms, and endoscope procedure units. The salary range for a CRNA varies due to experience and subspecialty, but the profession is one of the top paid nursing practices. Education, work setting and conditions, salary, and job prospects all vary on location but certification and recertification remain the same nationally.
My courses and experience has empowered, and has reinforced my determination to pursue a career as a nurse. I am eager and excited about starting nursing school, and having my dream which started as a young girl to come full circle. I am convinced I am a good candidate because I have the innate drive to complete the program. I am willing to learn and use those skills and knowledge acquired to provide something meaningful to the society and humanity. I have the personal determination to face the challenges and rigors of nursing school. With hard work, perseverance, and determination I believe I have the essential character to be successful as a nursing student and an excellent quality nurse in the near future. A degree in nursing paves ways for other degrees to emerge especially for those interested in furthering their education in health care. I am committed to continue to pursed advanced degree in nursing ultimately becoming a nurse practitioner. . In the next five to ten years from now, I want to write articles and books about nursing and healthcare related. Therefore, I believe that if I improve myself further positively, I will grow from strength to strength and one day my paper will be read in one of the prestigious newsletters, journals, and textbooks. I know the sky is my starting
My recent experience as an emergency room nurse and post- surgical nurse has influenced me to pursue my licensure as a family nurse practitioner. Even though I have worked in an acute care setting, I would like to practice in a non-emergent setting such as community or public health. The majority of patients that I see in the emergency room receive treatment for conditions that are preventable. For my advanced practice, I would like to work in a public health clinic specifically with patients with newly diagnosed disease process, and low-income families and provide patient education and treatment. In my experience in the emergency room, people seek treatment in the emergency room because they have no insurance and do
There is growing need for professionals in the health field due to the growing amount of patients and health care needs. One field in particular, is a rapidly growing field with the need for 100,000 more each year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nurse anesthetists work under anesthesiologists and provide care before, during, and after a surgical procedure. They are also known as CRNA’s or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. In order to become a nurse anesthetist, you must first obtain a bachelor’s degree is nursing. After you complete that challenge, you are required to work in a critical care unit for two years prior to going to anesthesia school. You will then complete an 18 month – two-year program that will allow you
Being a CRNA entails you know a lot about medication and what will help the patient once you put them to sleep. Say for instance the persons getting a surgery done to there heel and you see a spike in there vitals you need to know what mediation to give them to counteract the muscle tensions response so the person doesn’t flinch and cause the doctor to potentially hurt the patient. I understand this from having job shadowed a Nurse Anesthetist and that was the situation he was in because she didn’t react to the muscle relaxer as strongly as he would have hoped; so he had to make an adjustment before her leg started to twitch and mess up what the doctors were doing to her ankle. Having all this knowledge comes from having time and experience to know what to do during circumstances such as this. From the experience I had during my job shadow I learned a lot about nursing and about how hard it will be to force myself to keep up and keep on track with my schoolwork. He taught me that it will take more dedication than anything you will ever do in your life, because it is a very nerve racking job because someone life is literally in your hands. If you mess us just the slightest the patient could die because you gave them a drug that they were allergic to and caused their heart to
My aspirations are to ultimately become an educator in the clinical setting. My main goal is to support and educate patients, families, and the healthcare team. I was greatly influenced by my colleagues, who consist of a CNS and Nurse Educator. They are very knowledgeable advanced practice nurses who I believe will help guide and assist me throughout my journey. Working alongside them, I have found that they are reliable and well-informed resources. After gaining some years of experience as a Registered Nurse and a CNS, I would like to share what I learned to future nursing students in a higher education
My interest in nursing is fairly new; I had not explored the potential that a nursing career can offer. I became familiar with nursing professionally after becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant. While working with patients, side-by-side with nurses I became enamored with the potential of a nursing career. I now have a rewarding career working as a Medical-Surgical nurse on a Medical University Hospital floor that specializes in Transplant, Nephrology and Urology. Nursing encompasses the ideologies that fuel my passion, upon further research, and conversation with coworkers I realize my career goal of Family Nurse Practitioner; affording me the privilege to care for others by reaching out to various
Upon being accepted at the Georgia Military College, I determined that I would spend my two years retaining everything I could in order to successfully become a registered nurse. Not only does getting my associates degree in Science and Pre-Nursing get all of my prerequisites out of the way, it is preparing me for my further education afterwards. In high school, every career goal test and
...rowth is favorable for this profession. As stated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, there is a considerable and continuous growth for the need of CRNAs around the country ("Nurse anesthetist," 2014). Through the rigorous training and clinical experience, certified registered nurse anesthetists have a pivotal role in the medical field that ensures comfort, care, and safety for the patient undergoing procedures involving anesthesia.
I chose nursing as a career because I found the work challenging, exciting and rewarding. I feel my skills and attributes are well suited for nursing. My ability to sta...
Being accountable to me as a professional is saying yes to the call and responsibility we have to bear out. It is a responsibility we take for ourselves and for others who rely on us to be present in any situations. The mission requires an openness to relationship with others. The consistency of performing at a higher level each time the job is done and strive to give all for the greatest good. In collaboration with others involved. That bond can strengthen when everyone involved intersect their effort to the same purpose. The skills acquired over the years as a bedside nurses give me an opportunity to be dependable and trustworthy. Knowing what to do in difficult situations and being intuitive is a plus. It can help in a managerial position
Completing my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) has been one of my goals after I graduated from my Associate Degree in Nursing, and I said one of my goals because my ultimate goal is to become an Advance Practice Registered Nurse. It is the first time I am taking classes online and all my efforts will be in turn this journey into a positive experience to achieve my goals. One of the biggest challenge is to overcome the lack of time between my family and my work, but it is essential for my career to achieve the Bachelor Degree in Nursing, as well as personal development. Although I have had experience as a student, as a nurse, and as a leader, I would like to have more challenging job opportunities in my future. From my college experience,
From a young age, I was drawn to the healthcare field, not because the amount of money doctors, nurses and other health professionals made, but because of the dedication and contentment I saw on their faces helping someone in need. Growing up everyone wanted to become a doctor or a nurse and as a little child being a doctor or a nurse was a profession many parents wanted their child to pursue as a career. Needless to say, I fell into that category because I had high hopes that one day I will become a nurse. However, that dream came to a halt.
Adult Nursing is a very rewarding career which provides endless opportunities. I would describe myself as a caring and compassionate person. I believe I possess these qualities naturally. I am compelled to put other people’s needs before my own. I can contribute my personal qualities to this course of being dedicated and determined into committing myself to this 3 year course and excelling academically. Personally, caring for my mother with high blood pressure made me interested in the world of medicine. This long term sickness inspired me to gain more experience outside of the home and volunteer which confirmed that this was the right course for me. I am fascinated by the practical aspect that the course involves as well as the theoretical
Committing myself to lifelong learning is my second goal. Nurses need to cultivate and internalize a passion for learning throughout their careers, which provides a foundation for excellence in practice. I would like to become a Critical Care nurse since I work as a Health Technician in the ICU at the VA Hospital –Madison. I love taking care of people at their sickest. The intensity of the care and challenges presented at the job excite and motivate me. However, I’m willing to start on a general floor such as medical-surgical to better prepare myself. I plan to obtain the certificate in the specialty of my choosing as soon as I fulfill the clinical hour requirement for application. After acquiring enough nursing experience, I would like to complete my Doctorate of Nursing degree to become a nurse practitioner with a specialty in Critical Care. I plan to stay current on education by taking courses, attending conferences, obtaining certifications, as well as joining meaningful nursing organizations. I have a strong background in research as evident in working as a research assistant in graduate school and my current involvement in a research project with Dr. Lisa Bradzke for Honor’s Program. My research skills will facilitate my learning process by providing the best evidence based strategies and practices for nursing issues. Completing this goal will not only advance my career, but also expand my effectiveness as a competent