see attachment W 6 Project Phase 3

NR393 Course Project Phase 2:

Conversation With the Selected Nurse Template

Student Name: Oscar L Perez

Introduction:

Student Introduction and Statement of Purpose ( 20 points)

Pleased to meet you, Maricel. Please know that I appreciate you taking the time to speak with me; it's been a joy. I've always been grateful for your nursing expertise, and I can still remember how much you helped me learn. To be asked to interview you for my class is a huge honor. During this conversation, I'll be looking into the ways in which today's nurses are influencing the history of nursing. Let me link some nursing history with your own personal career and what it has meant for you again. Please allow me to begin by asking you to introduce yourself and tell me a bit about your nursing profession, if that is okay with you.

Selected Nurse Introduction (20 points)

Maricel Torres is here to introduce herself. I'm delighted to meet you and speak with you today. During my time as a BSN student, I had the opportunity to work on comparable initiatives. I was ecstatic to see you in class, and I'm delighted to discover that you're still eager to learn. Twelve years ago, I became a registered nurse. To name a few of the clinical research procedures I've worked on, I've worked with seizure, HIV/AIDS, and trauma patients. At a doctor's office, I worked as a nurse's aide for a few years. The Emergency Room Technician position is one of several that I now execute.

Selected Nurse States Verbal Permission for Conversation and Submission (25 points)

Oscar: Do you agree to this recorded conversation and submission to my instructor for grading purposes?

Maricel Torres: Yes, I agree

Questions and Answers

Question 1

Oscar: What are your favorite memories of nursing school from your student days?

Maricel Torres: When I went to the hospital, I enjoyed it when the personnel treated me with respect and as though I was there to learn. To be the greatest person I could be took on a new meaning. I was able to form close bonds with a few folks, and it was a joy to spend time with them.

Oscar: Friendships I made in nursing school have stayed with me for a long time. My interest in emergency medicine nursing was sparked by my experiences in the ER, which included shadowing experienced nurses and seeing the birth of new patients.

Question 2

Oscar: How did your first year of RN practice compare to your nursing practice today?

Maricel Torres: Because I needed a knee replacement in my first year of practice, I was unable to secure the position I desired. I had to start from the back of the pack. Taking care of a large number of patients taught me a lot about time management and other skills. It aided me in determining patient acuity and establishing a priority list.

Oscar: Anxious yet exhilarating at the same time, defined my first year of nursing experience. When I was first recruited, I was a CP, but after passing my boards, I was allowed to work as an RN right away. I spent my nights in a medical surge unit with one of my closest friends, Cheryl. Both of us were like two ripe tomatoes. We kept an eye on each other. When she departed, I headed to the ED, where I've always felt most at home.

Question 3

Oscar: What were some nursing practices that you used in your earlier years that are no longer used today? Why are they no longer used?

Maricel Perez: Many drugs have either been altered or ceased to be taken, as far as I can tell. Antifungal powders have replaced the practice of sprinkling corn starch on wet surfaces. If I've ever seen a yeast factory, that's it! To prevent nicks and cuts, I used a wide, sharp razor to shave patients before treatments. To reduce the danger of infection, razor blades have been phased out and electric shavers have taken their place.

Oscar: I find it particularly interesting that a foley catheter balloon is inflated before insertion and then deflated to ensure that it is working properly. In order to avoid micro rips and an increased risk of infection, this procedure has been abolished.

Question 4

Oscar: How have specific persons or events significantly impacted your practice over the years?

Maricel Torres: Twelve years ago, I began my career as a nurse. While learning to teach, I told myself I would never do it the way my mentors did. Some years ago, nursing professors were quite rigorous. It seemed to me that the atmosphere was not favorable to good learning. My philosophy is that teaching critical thinking and safe practice need an atmosphere of openness and mutual respect.

Oscar: My practice was influenced by a certain tutor. As a former student and now a registered nurse, he has asked me if I might mentor his incoming students in the emergency department so they may benefit from my experience. He was a great teacher who made learning entertaining and exciting.

Question 5

Oscar: How have you impacted the nursing practice of others?

Maricel Torres: I am a self-starter who enjoys helping others learn and enjoys working in groups. It seems as though everyone sees me as a doting mother figure. I like creating a great learning atmosphere for my students. Because of my encouragement, a former colleague who was working as a medical assistant went on to get her RN degree.

Oscar: I make an effort to inject some lightheartedness into the workplace (where necessary obviously), since the healthcare industry is notoriously stressful and devoid of humor. After the outbreak and the ensuing death toll, it's even more important. Regardless of how bad the day gets; I always strive to have a good outlook and encourage others to do the same.

Question 6

Oscar: What contributions have you made to nursing in the areas of leadership, provision of care, and/or evidence-based practice?

Maricel Torres: The ENA is a group in which I am actively involved. It's my job to provide evidence-based practice with information. I'd taken classes in management and had aspirations of working as a nurse supervisor in the past. Mentoring and teaching are two of my favorite things to do. Since I've been here, I've asked questions about procedures and made suggestions for better treatment.

As a teacher, I'm constantly on the lookout for a teaching opportunity. I don't pass judgment on new nurses or other employees. If you don't ask questions, you won't learn anything. I am a member of a team that investigates pharmaceutical errors and recommends changes to improve patient safety.

Question 7

Oscar: What challenges in today’s nursing can be improved using lessons from the past?

Maricel Torres: Grouping floor nurses into PODS would be ideal, in my opinion. Patients need better treatment, and I believe that this is the way to go about it. As a result, patient satisfaction will rise and they won't feel as if they're being overlooked.

Oscar: Nursing, I believe, has been influenced by staffing issues. Because of the much greater wages, many nurses and technologists have decided to take their careers on the road. Facilities are no longer places of allegiance. It has resulted in the workers remaining in their roles being overworked. I believe management would be more willing to grant increases and respect how hard we work if they worked the floor and saw what the employees accomplished. As a result, I believe nurses on the front lines would have a greater sense of self-worth, and they would appreciate management more for helping them.

Question 8

Oscar: Who is your favorite famous Nurse from nursing history?

Maricel Torres: Of course, Florence Nightingale! My living room is decorated with a picture of her and her lamp.

Oscar: Florence Nightingale comes to mind for me as well. The two of us share a lot of interests. Both of us decided to become nurses after helping out with family members who were ill. Now, we're always looking for new and better methods to help our patients.

Question 9

Oscar: How do you use that famous Nurse’s examples in your own practice?

Maricel Torres: When I look back, I see how far we've come as a profession. Autonomy has given us tremendous power. That's something I'm not going to take lightly. I'm reminded to keep my faith.

Oscar: Like Florence, I want a sterile and tidy work atmosphere. I'm always sanitizing and disinfecting things. I'm always looking for new methods to enhance healthcare.

Question 10

Oscar: Based on your nursing past, what advice would you give to the new Nurse today?

Maricel Torres: There's nothing wrong with white-tower nursing. A nurse's job in the real world is grueling, but it's also gentle and kind. Sometimes it's the toughest thing I've ever had to do, but on other days, I've laughed out loud more than I ever thought I could. A nurse's boldness is needed today more than ever. Always ask questions and speak out if you suspect anything is amiss, I advise new nurses.

Oscar: I'd urge them to find someone who can educate them!! Healthcare is always evolving, so don't think you know everything. Ask why you're curious. Make sure that no one is putting you in harm's way. Give your best effort at all times and accept everything. Remember to treat yourself to some self-love and attention. Always learn to say NO where necessary.

Conclusion:

Gratitude (20 points)

Oscar: To wrap up, I'd want to express my gratitude for taking time out of your busy schedule to meet with me, and for your assistance with this project, once again. To better understand my place in nursing history, I'd want to be interviewed when I'm more senior and able to reflect on my own contributions.

Maricel Torres: My sincere gratitude extends to you, as well. Welcome.

Summary (20 points)

Oscar: It's been a joy to talk about your nursing inspirations and how they've shaped you. While in my two year of nursing school and as a 3-year nursing veteran, it seems like I've already learned a great deal. No matter how hard I try, I will never be able to learn all there is to know about nursing.

Maricel Torres: Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to be chosen as your nurse. My advice to you is to pursue your study and get as much knowledge as you can from every opportunity.