The College of Nursing is committed to ensuring a positive, nurturing, and safe environment by respecting and affirming the diversity of individual's identities, backgrounds and points of view. How do you see yourself contributing to and supporting this commitment in the nursing profession? (PROMPT 350 word limit)
Encouraging a working environment that supports differences allows for a greater chance of being able to embrace changes in all aspects of life. Possessing a fair and open mind toward others gives an advantage in many situations. Appreciating the diversity of individuals begins with yourself. Being aware of your own cultural beliefs and practices and recognizing that people from other cultures may not share them is an important concept for all people, especially health care professionals. As a nurse I will encounter individuals with unique identities, backgrounds, and points of view within professional and personal relationships. It will be important for me to practice from a holistic point of view; remaining compassionate and respectful of the differences that make people who they are. Adapting to their differences will ensure a sense of safety and promote mutual respect between health care professionals and patients. It is healthy and beneficial to learn from one another. By working as an aide in a nursing home I have gained lots of experience pertaining to diversity and I continue to learn new things during each shift. Asking others about their practices, etiquette, and knowledge is key to establishing effective assistance for patients and a successful working environment. Creating a judgment free setting encourages interactions for gaining new knowledge. Others' points of view bring new experiences and different perspectives that add value to your insights. Respecting all others and remaining sensitive and flexible when responding to them is necessary for establishing a positive and nurturing environment. Embracing the differences found in individuals' unique identities leads to harmony within all relationships.
respectful nurse
Encouraging a working environment that supports differences allows for a greater chance of being able to embrace changes in all aspects of life. Possessing a fair and open mind toward others gives an advantage in many situations. Appreciating the diversity of individuals begins with yourself. Being aware of your own cultural beliefs and practices and recognizing that people from other cultures may not share them is an important concept for all people, especially health care professionals. As a nurse I will encounter individuals with unique identities, backgrounds, and points of view within professional and personal relationships. It will be important for me to practice from a holistic point of view; remaining compassionate and respectful of the differences that make people who they are. Adapting to their differences will ensure a sense of safety and promote mutual respect between health care professionals and patients. It is healthy and beneficial to learn from one another. By working as an aide in a nursing home I have gained lots of experience pertaining to diversity and I continue to learn new things during each shift. Asking others about their practices, etiquette, and knowledge is key to establishing effective assistance for patients and a successful working environment. Creating a judgment free setting encourages interactions for gaining new knowledge. Others' points of view bring new experiences and different perspectives that add value to your insights. Respecting all others and remaining sensitive and flexible when responding to them is necessary for establishing a positive and nurturing environment. Embracing the differences found in individuals' unique identities leads to harmony within all relationships.
