My Philosophy

Personal beliefs and values are important because they influence how people act and treat others. Values describe our self-worth and how we see ourselves in terms of our identity. Personal beliefs are more specific to an individual's life experiences and how those experiences have shaped their ideals, precepts and preferences. I focus on interpersonal communication and the ability to understand the impact of emotions, values and beliefs on others. I must communicate effectively with others in various settings, from traditional acute care to long-term care, and provide support during family crises. Nurses have their own unique set of beliefs and values that shape their approach to professional practice. These personal beliefs provide nurses with a source of motivation, assurance and guidance when making decisions. It is important to recognize that nurses have personal beliefs and values that may not always match society's values.
My value of honesty, accountability and hard work contribute to my desire to be the best nurse I can be. Many events have influenced me, from the values I was taught as a child amd after being raised by people who are part of a close-knit family. There are many opportunities for me to try new things, approaches and ideas. My beliefs and values gave me confidence in my abilities to adjust to new environments and work with those different from me. To be a lifelong learner means to keep learning and trying new things throughout my lifetime. This learning is made up of education, experience, and reading. Personal beliefs and values may influence how I read books, what I see in other people and their work, help shape where I go for hobbies, put myself in situations that challenge my knowledge base and learn new skills. I have strong values about helping others in need and doing something for others without expecting anything in return; then these might inspire further reading on areas that interest them.

The nursing theory relates to nursing practice and how nurses can apply knowledge, skills and abilities throughout their careers. Nursing theories are the foundations on which nursing practices are built. They are constantly evolving with new research, findings and evidence-based strategies. The theories in nursing work together within the given context through which they were developed to serve their purpose within their respective specialty. Nursing theory is essential to promote understanding of nurses' actions and build upon the local culture and environment within which they work to enhance patient satisfaction.
I believe nurses must always be aware of their environment and keep the patient safe and comfortable, as depicted by Martha Rogers's theory. This means that they must pay attention to the patient's health and safety, consider the environment surrounding them, and ensure that whatever they are doing, they are following proper procedures to keep themselves and others safe. Roger's theory is a nursing theory that is focused on the comparison, or contrast, between a patient's situation and typical, expected responses to that situation. The expectation is based on understanding what happens when a person with similar values and circumstances experiences the same health problems. It focuses on how people change their responses to their circumstances and encounters to get things back to normal.
My values of accountability and integrity are the foundation of personal wellness and form the pillars upon which we build a healthy life. They represent the core characteristics of who we are, how we perceive ourselves and others in the world, how mentally we reach conclusions, how internally motivated we act, or whether we display external signs of possession or control over our environment. Values that are aligned with nursing values provide essential guidance when trying to navigate complex opportunities for care. In nursing, these guiding principles guide practitioners as they strive for greater quality in health care and patient outcomes. So values and beliefs that promote good actions in nursing and life can promote personal well-being. Conflict management is finding alternate points of view and resolving issues instead of disregarding them. Value ethics means doing what is ethical regarding one's health, health care situations, and social behaviors. 
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​I believe that being honest and accountable is a cornerstone of nursing practice and building competency. Nurses should address the ethical practices in their clinical practice by ensuring they are not violating federal, state, or local laws. This includes using patient confidentiality standards during patient care sessions and while discussing patients with colleagues.  Nursing is managed at every level, and in many ways, physicians and nurses work hand-in-hand in community health settings, and it is important to share information openly, so there are no misunderstandings about what was discussed. Also, nurses must ensure that their actions do not compromise their credibility early in the relationship, which may impact collaboration with other interprofessional team members. Finally, there are ethical issues around boundaries such as those set out in social media policies. Therefore, nurse practitioners must be very specific about using these policies when evaluating potential patients for home visits or other interactions outside normal office hours.
As a future leader, I will demonstrate respect and takes into consideration the diverse views of my co-workers as well as organizational policies such as the code of ethics, procedures manual, rights and responsibilities of staff members, and how treatments can best help my patients achieve optimal health outcomes, how to collaborate with others to enhance healthcare systems. In terms of the nursing profession, it means making decisions ethically and accurately when working independently or within an organization.