4 Personal Values
Personal Values Statement
As I begin my nursing career, the core values that I resonate with help shape and guide me in both my personal and professional life. These values are what I believe to be essential in providing compassionate, ethical, and effective patient care. I further understand that my values should also align with CNO standards and the expectations of the nursing profession. This ensures I practice safe and professional nursing care.
Compassion: Approaching each patient with kindness, empathy, and understanding is pivotal to creating close and trustworthy patient-client relationships. I firmly believe in the guiding principle of “treat others the way you want to be treated.” This simple yet profound philosophy shapes my interactions with patients, reminding me to always offer respect and patience in every encounter. Compassion allows me to see patients in a more holistic view, allowing for greater and more detailed care that’s centred around their specific needs (CNO, 2019). Furthermore, this value will help me create safe and supportive environments that will help others feel safe and heard (CNO, 2019).
Integrity: To act with honesty, trust, accountability, and transparency in the nursing practice. This means adhering to professional standards to ensure I always provide safe and evidence-based care (CNO, 2019). Integrity involves patient advocacy and protecting patient confidentiality. Nurses with integrity prioritize ethical decision-making, are transparent in their communications, and seek to resolve conflicts in a way that aligns with the best interests of patients (CNO, 2019).
Respect: I am committed to upholding respect for all patients, colleagues, and members of the healthcare team. My goal is to foster inclusive environments where everyone feels valued, regardless of their background, beliefs, or health status (CNO, 2019). This commitment is aligned with the CNO’s professional standards, which highlight the importance of cultivating mutual respect in nursing practice (CNO, 2019). I strive to honour each patient’s autonomy by actively listening to their concerns and collaborating with them in the decision-making process regarding their care.
Collaboration: Nursing is a team-oriented profession, and I recognize the importance of collaboration in delivering the best possible outcomes for patients. I believe that high-quality healthcare is built on strong teamwork, where nurses, healthcare professionals, and patients work together. By fostering open communication and valuing the contributions of all team members, I aim to create a cooperative and respectful environment that supports holistic care (CNO, 2019). Collaboration also allows for the exchange of knowledge and experiences, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive and well-informed care.