My RN-BSN Journey
Journal Paper
This reflective paper provides a synthesis of my RN-BSN journey. This journal paper comprises five sections: before RN-BSN program, two-year goals, lifelong learning, novice to expert, as well as perceptions and long-range goals. My self- image, goals, practices, and philosophies prior to and as a result of RN-BSN program are also described.
Before RN-BSN Program Prior to the RN-BSN program, I was more task oriented and focused on clinical skills proficiency. I believed nursing was a tradition that had to be followed, without questioning the practice. My professional goals as an ADN nurse were to get some clinical experience on the unit and eventually become a charge nurse or supervisor. The …show more content…
I integrate evidence-based practice in the clinical area with my student. I am also encouraging my students to pursue career advancement and to engage in lifelong learning. Nurses are being encouraged to pursue graduate studies in nursing to address the growing nursing faculty shortage (Cathrow). My goals in the next two years are: to enroll in the MSN concentration in education program in January 2015, and obtain employment as a clinical instructor at the ADN level by summer 2015.
Lifelong Learning I am very interested in gaining new skills and self-improvement. I seek out ways to acquire new knowledge and improve my own competencies by reading professional journals and engaging in continuing education activities. I am researching more on evidence-based practice guidelines to integrate in my practice and to share with my students. The technical skills and critical thinking skills demonstrated by the nurse at the bedside are not enough to sustain an evidence-based practice. Engaging in lifelong learning can impact the quality of care that a patient receives and can ultimately lead to positive patient outcomes
This reflective paper provides a synthesis of my RN-BSN journey. This journal paper comprises five sections: before RN-BSN program, two-year goals, lifelong learning, novice to expert, as well as perceptions and long-range goals. My self- image, goals, practices, and philosophies prior to and as a result of RN-BSN program are also described.
Before RN-BSN Program Prior to the RN-BSN program, I was more task oriented and focused on clinical skills proficiency. I believed nursing was a tradition that had to be followed, without questioning the practice. My professional goals as an ADN nurse were to get some clinical experience on the unit and eventually become a charge nurse or supervisor. The …show more content…
I integrate evidence-based practice in the clinical area with my student. I am also encouraging my students to pursue career advancement and to engage in lifelong learning. Nurses are being encouraged to pursue graduate studies in nursing to address the growing nursing faculty shortage (Cathrow). My goals in the next two years are: to enroll in the MSN concentration in education program in January 2015, and obtain employment as a clinical instructor at the ADN level by summer 2015.
Lifelong Learning I am very interested in gaining new skills and self-improvement. I seek out ways to acquire new knowledge and improve my own competencies by reading professional journals and engaging in continuing education activities. I am researching more on evidence-based practice guidelines to integrate in my practice and to share with my students. The technical skills and critical thinking skills demonstrated by the nurse at the bedside are not enough to sustain an evidence-based practice. Engaging in lifelong learning can impact the quality of care that a patient receives and can ultimately lead to positive patient outcomes