Reflection
In September 2023, I started nursing school at Trent University in Peterborough, Ontario. This was a turning point in my life, as I graduated from high school and began taking on adult duties. I started living independently, paying my own bills, and adjusting to a completely distinct lifestyle. My interest for nursing began in childhood, encouraged by my mother and other aunts and cousins who are also nurses. i am also a type one diabetic and was diagnosed from a very young age and have had to carry this throughout life, which is another huge reason as to why i went into nursing school. Growing up in a household centred around healthcare practices exposed me to the profession’s passion and tenacity. Seeing my family’s dedication to their careers motivated me to pursue a career in healthcare.
New experiences present new problems, and I found combining school, work, and social life to be especially difficult. This is not my first time attending this nusring course. Last year, while living in residence, I struggled and eventually came back home for support. As a first-year student, I wasn’t sure what to expect, and the schoolwork proven to be really difficult. I pondered dropping out due to feelings of overload and discouragement. However, I am happy that I decided to face it again. This second effort has been significantly more fulfilling, and I am now enjoying my studies and looking forward to my future as a registered nurse.
According to research, a supportive learning atmosphere combined with hands-on experiences is critical to nursing students’ performance (CNO 2006). I’ve seen that our curriculum places a high value on these ideas, which are exactly what my learning style requires. Nursing’s collaborative character also allows for the development of strong interpersonal connections. Working closely with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals cultivates a sense of community and teamwork, which I find quite rewarding.
Many nursing students are inspired by their own healthcare experiences, which inspire them to help others overcome similar issues. For me, this path is more than just receiving a degree. it reflects a lifelong dedication to compassion, activism, and the pursuit of knowledge in the service of others. At the start of my nursing training, I was excited to learn about how nursing objectives influence the care we deliver to patients and communities. The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) states that “patient-centered care is an essential component of health care” (CNO, 2022).
The therapeutic communication skills we’ve been learning will be quite useful in our clinical projects. I’ve learned that efficient communication is essential in healthcare. Not only between patients and physicians but also among coworkers. I’m preparing for the challenges that our first clinical placement will bring, but I’m also eager about the learning opportunities that await me. This hands-on application of nursing principles we learned in our first semester will be critical in moulding my career as a nurse, and I am excited to make a good influence on my future patients. Each step of this journey reinforces my commitment to nursing, lifelong learning, and compassionate care.