Why Professionalism is Important in The Nursing Field

Professionalism is important because it is a reflection of not just myself but the school or company I am representing. I understand how important it is to reflect Concorde in a positive way when going to clinicals and on campus. At times, events in life may happen that cause someone to behave inappropriately. Due to increased stress by balancing ways to conquer the demands of studying and staying sane. Regardless of the circumstances, all matters should be handled professionally. One must learn better ways to manage stress and anxiety. For example, mediating, yoga, or going for a walk can reduce stress.

Nursing is one of the oldest and most respected fields, nurses have been known to provide care and sympathy to families during hard times. So, when you hear of stories in the news in regard to nurses taking advantage of patients and these unprofessional instances are not only hard to hear but also unbelievable. Nurses must adhere to professional standards of conduct. Acting below the standards that have been expected of one is inexcusable. We expect our patient to treat us with respect, and we know that we must give respect. Patients deserve a professional, compete nurse. Who even at times, under an immense about of pressure, must still be professional. In the year spent in the nursing program, a student learns many things that are useful later in life. The teachers are the ones enabling students with skills to use in the workforce. With the information gained from teachers, we can later develop in nursing equipped with the skills needed to strive in the workforce. We have the opportunity to work with skilled nurses and receive valuable teaching from very experienced educators. This is also why I am striving to be the best nursing student possible because I know these experiences will help me to have the patience and self-control that is required when working as a nurse. Sometimes the consequences to the actions of behaving unprofessionally can be dire.

Another reason professionalism is important in the nursing field is to prevent any possible lawsuits. The medical field is held at such a high standard that if the slightest comment or incorrect handling of a patient or medicine could result in legal action. Professionalism also means ensuring that you are following all the hospital rules to minimize the charge of these legal actions. They are taken extremely seriously and will follow you for the entirety of you nursing career. Discussing another teacher to anyone except that teacher is unprofessional. Even when we may feel like we need a different opinion regarding a subject. The matter should, first be taken up with that teacher. It’s only fair that the teacher gets an opportunity to address the concerns. Unfortunately, yelling in a classroom does not get one’s point across effectively. The information received may become misinterpreted. A good student must learn the appropriate setting to discuss any concerns. Even receiving help from other students, is at times unprofessional. Teachers are widely available to assist in any issues that may arise. Concorde provides a wide variety of resources readily available.

When the time comes to discuss why a decision was made in that fashion, it’s unacceptable to admit to your professor that you were unable to be in control of your emotions. One must remain professional at all times. There are numerous professional ways to address any issues or concerns. You can send a professional email with a greeting, subject line, and appropriate signature at the end. Communication to instructors should reflect professionalism as well.

I must adhere to professional standards of conduct throughout all aspects of the nursing program. Regardless of the level of difficult and the amount of work, acting below the standards that have been expected of one is inexcusable. When professionalism is not displayed in the hospital setting it can take away the patients’ confidence in the level of skill and service that is being provided. No matter what a nurse is personally going through during her day, the patients still requires the best. I know that if I was in a patients’ shoes and a nurse behaved in a nonprofessional way I would worry about a possible mistake in the receiving of my treatment. It is important to me to convey myself in a manner that speaks to the level of service I am providing. It is important that nurses convey a confident and professional attitude that allows us to comfort the patient to the best of our abilities.