Child Nursing Personal Statement

It is both the diversity and challenging elements of a nursing career, as well the opportunity to help and care for vulnerable children, which drives my aspiration to study Child Nursing. The opportunity of meeting inspirational healthcare professionals triggered the recognition that Children's Nursing would be the ideal career for me as they inspired me to emulate their skill and passion. I thrive on being challenged and believe nursing would suit me as an individual, as it offers rewarding opportunities and experiences that other careers may not.
Education has equipped me with a wide range of skills to begin a Child Nursing degree. In English Literature I have enjoyed the freedom of reading texts, developing my critical thinking and analytical writing skills, which I believe will be imperative when studying at degree level. I have also commenced the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), in which I am researching the controversial topic of abortion. This has allowed me to explore the legislations on the protection of children and their wellbeing through reading a number of medical journals and articles which incidentally has convinced me that a career in child nursing would be a gratifying experience. My interest in Human Biology derives from my Health and Social
I attended a clinical skills taster day at St. Georges University Hospital which provided me with a realistic perspective of what the course expectations would be. Taking part in a one week Shadowing Scheme at Queen Mary's Hospital, I gained first-hand experience with patients and everyday duties of working in a hospital, allowing me to identify both my strengths and areas of development, whilst working in various departments such as Urology, Paediatrics and