Reflection Paper Assignment: "Why do I want to be a nurse?"
Students will begin this assignment by drafting in their own words why they chose nursing as a profession. This assignment should be approximately 2 pages and may be written in the first person. Handwritten or typed submissions will be accepted. Students will complete this assignment in-class on the first day of the semester and will submit to the course Professor at the conclusion of class for comments / feedback. Students should discuss their initial thoughts about becoming a nurse, including:
- Why did you decide to study nursing?
- What academic, professional or personal experiences influenced your decision?
- Any specific person(s) or event that influenced your decision? If so who and/or what / how?
- What are your professional / educational goals for a career in nursing?
- Where do see yourself in 5 years regarding your nursing career?
- Describe your idea of a "perfect" job in nursing & how/why you decided this?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.