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Tell the World Project Nursing A Career Choice By Pamela Salisbury Smith RN Professional Role Transition

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Power Point Presentation Presented to 9 th, 10 th, 11 th, and 12 th grade Spanish students School: Robert E Lee High School, Staunton, VA 24401 Date: November 21, 2014 Teacher: Ms. Bautista, 4 th Block

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Purpose of Presentation Educate high students about the profession of nursing Instill a desire to help others and the community Develop leadership skills Inspire an interest to pursue nursing as a career

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The Faces of Nursing

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The History of Nursing Florence Nightingale 1820-1910 Born in Florence, Italy Founder of modern day nursing In 1844, decided to work in a hospital Credited for improving knowledge and conditions in public health nursing Served as a nurse in the Crimean War 1853-1856, improving conditions in the military

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What is Nursing? Nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, communities, and populations. http://www.nursingworld.org/EspeciallyForYou/What-is-Nursing

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What Nurses Do Perform physical exams and health histories Provide health promotion, counseling and education Administer medications, wound care, and numerous other personalized interventions Interpret patient information and make critical decisions about needed actions Coordinate care, in collaboration with a wide array of healthcare professionals Direct and supervise care delivered by other healthcare personnel like LPNs and nursing aids Conduct research in support of improved practice and patient outcomes http://www.nursingworld.org/EspeciallyForYou/What-is-Nursing/Tools-You- Need/RNsAPNs.html

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Why a Career in Nursing? To make the lives of others better To give hope to others To improve and provide knowledge To prevent disease To improve the human condition To experience teamwork with multiple disciplines To gain self confidence To possess the ability to make changes within your career To be self sufficient, by earning a suitable income

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Where You Will Be Working Homeshome healthcare or private nursing care Officesdoctor, clinic, healthcare facilities, etc. Schools, Colleges, Universities Cruise Ships Hospitalsvariety of in hospital nursing specialties Law Officesworking as a medical advisor an attorney Factories, prisons, camps Laboratoriesresearch The Classroom--teaching as professors in classrooms or online

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Where You Will Be Working Contd Cities, States, or Countries of Your Choosing---travel nursing City, State, or Local Governmentshealth departments, CDC, etc. Pharmaceutical Companiesmarketing new products or drugs Telephone Consultingtriaging The Military

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Video: Tip for High School Students Who Want to Be Nurses http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pV9Yt4b3

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Education Undergraduate Degree: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN): two year degree offered by community colleges Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BS/BSN): four year degree offered at colleges and universities Graduate Degree: Masters Degree (MSN): offers a number of tracks to prepare educators, administrators, or Advanced Practice Nurses Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): usually research programs Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): focuses on clinical practice or leadership

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NCLEX-RN: Licensure National Council Licensure Examination Must be taken to become a registered nurse A guide for exam development and candidate preparation Assesses knowledge, skills, and abilities for the entry level nurse https://www.ncsbn.org/2013_NCLEX_RN_Test_Plan.pdf

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Hours That Accommodate You Nursing is a 24 hour operation in many places, offering a variety of working schedules for nurses 4, 8, or 12 hour shiftsmay be a combination of all, if desired Part-time or full time shifts PRN nursingmay work as needed Many allow trading of shifts between nurses Self scheduling offered by manyallows for autonomy in choosing days

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Some of the Benefits Offered by Many Employers Competitive Salaries Health Insurance Paid Vacations Stock Options Retirement Free Preventative Vaccines, such as flu shots Short and Long Term Disability for Illnesses Special Event Sales Continuing Education

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http://scrubsmag.com/nurse-salaries-2014-what-cnas-lpns-nps-rns-and-more-are- making-thisear/2/-y Nursing Salaries

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How to Get Started Now Maintain a good GPA while in high schoolit will benefit you later If possible, begin classes related to healthcare in your school now Volunteer or work at a hospital or other healthcare related agency afterschool or during the summer Talk with your parents, teachers, guidance counselors, nurses, or other healthcare professionals, that can help you with making the decision Read books about healthcare in your school library or local library Possess a willingness to be an independent learner Be positive and confident in your life Have a caring heart

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Where Will You Work as A Nurse?

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Class Photo Ms Bautistas Class

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Class Photo

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