Reflective Essay On Nursing Education

Throughout my education, science based courses have been a central core. One course that left an indelible mark was called, “Medical Careers”. I had the invaluable opportunity to shadow and learn hands-on material from both doctors and nurses at Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Hospital. It was not until then that I decided to pursue a career in the medical field. However, in such an extensive field, it was difficult to narrow down to a single profession.

Eventually, I was able to discover my true passion for a specific career during the time when my father was a patient at a local hospital. My father was experiencing symptoms of psychiatric illness and the reality of having a psychiatric illness to him was ignominious and made him feel discounted as a person even with the support he had. However, throughout this distressing experience, what was most notable to …show more content…
They were the ones that not only physically cared for him, but most of all made him feel comfortable. By simply and naturally communicating with him, they alleviated and solaced his discomfort and developed an intimate relationship with him. Their sincere curiosity regarding his welfare was a key component to his recovery. Inspired by this, I began to grow a strong desire and vocation to become a nurse. As a nurse, I want to be able to influence and help patients no matter how small or large the impact by embodying the altruism and imbuement that my father’s nurses spread to their patients.

During my visit to Northeastern University, I learned in depth how Northeastern distinguishes itself from other universities. Located in the most dynamic city of Boston, Northeastern withholds numerous ties to local