Throughout my high school career, I participated in the Business Academy for a total of three years. By my senior year, I had the opportunity to further serve my class by being class vice president. I first joined the business academy with the ambition of possibly pursing a college career in business. Although, after graduating high school I realized that the business industry wasn’t for me, …show more content…
Throughout, those six months I truly found a yearning for helping others in times of sickness and in need. I demonstrated scholarly academics and graduated at the top of my class, in addition to receiving an externship, that gave me the opportunity to practice hands-on. Throughout my externship I had the experience of participating in basic screenings for the community, taking vital signs, giving injections, charting and assisting other medical professionals when needed. After completing my externship, I now knew what I wanted to pursue a career in, which is …show more content…
My ultimate ambition of becoming a registered nurse goes beyond just helping those in need; I want to make a difference in people’s lives and in how they view health. I want to provide patient and family centered care with a holistic approach while applying both the art and science fields involved in nursing. Although, I’ve only experienced one semester as a nursing student I have shared memories of laughter, sadness, and tears with both patients, staff members, and fellow colleagues. From doing something as simple as taking a vital sign or administering medication to actually taking the time to sit with a patient and play cards while conversing with them to listen to their needs is what matters most to patients. Anyone can be a nurse, but not everyone can make a difference. My satisfaction comes in helping others, but most importantly making an impact in their lives. I know this career won’t be easy and as of now I don’t have much experience, but as a young lady I know I have the compassion, dedication, willingness to be a life-long learner, patience, leadership skills and a sense of advocacy to have what it takes to be a successful