Nursing is a fulfilling and challenging professional which can comfort and care people in need. I am passionate about helping people and saving lives. Also, I have a great interest in medical fields, contributing to the health promotion, nursing care and education.
At the time of my association degree, I had an internship at an elderly home. During the practicum, I have an insight of the healthcare setting and the roles of a nurse. Also, there is a satisfaction in helping the client to regain independence after the nursing care. It strengthened my determination and had a great interest in being a nurse.
From the internship, I have learned that the key traits of a successful nurse------effective communication skills, careful assessment and having a wealth of theoretical knowledge and practices. First, careful assessment can help patients discovering unknown diseases and receiving an early treatment. At the time of practicum, I can always discover minor changes of the clients. If I found uncomfortable conditions from the clients, I will report to the floor in charge immediately. For example, I can find out the signs of allergy that happened to the clients after the CT scan with contrast.
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Therefore, a clear and concise communication is necessary when a nurse is assessing clients or is facing the emergency. I have been a waitress at a Japanese restaurant about 2 years. During my work experience, I need to communicate with a lot of customers so I can talk with others in an effective way. In addition, I have practiced the skills to the clients in elderly home and discovered things that need to pay attention when we are talking with them. They help me to practice my communication skills about communicating with clients and