Nursing is frequently referred to as the foundation of healthcare, and rightly so. Nurses are the compassionate, knowledgeable professionals that provide the support, care, and information that patients need on their journey to recovery. What really makes nursing interesting goes beyond technical skills or medical knowledge; it's the deep human connection, the lifelong learning, and the opportunity to make a true difference in people's lives every single day. We will explore the distinct features of nursing that contribute to its rewarding and vibrant nature as a career. From the hurdles and successes of patient care to the constantly changing landscape of healthcare, accompany us as we delve into why nursing is beyond mere employment, it’s a calling that impacts lives deeply.
Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of my blog this week. Today, I’m going to share with you why the nursing course is interesting, because I believe many people of this generation are enrolling in nursing. I’ll also talk about my own experience. Keep reading!
Nursing is very interesting, especially when it comes to quizzes. If you’re familiar with moving exams, nursing courses often include this type of assessment. I remember, back in my freshman year, we had a moving exam related to human bones. Moving exams are very challenging, no matter how hard you study, when it comes time for the exam, it feels like you automatically forget everything unless you’ve become truly familiar with the material. The pressure is high because you only have five seconds to answer each question, and once the bell rings, you need to move on to the next item. One of the pictures we had during our moving exam was about different types of scissors used in the operating room. It was tough because all the scissors looked similar, but each had a different texture. My technique for handling this was to become familiar with the differences so that I could answer quickly without second-guessing.
Nursing can be interesting, even when you’re sleep-deprived. During my four years in nursing, I became a coffee person and started taking vitamins to help with my brain function. Sleep deprivation was a regular part of the experience, as it was difficult to get a solid 5-8 hours of sleep because there was always something to study or review. For instance, in the picture, you can see our operating room schedule. If there were no patients, we used that time to rest and recharge so we’d have enough energy to assist in the next operation. We had a lot of duties to manage, and even when we were on the bus, we’d always check and review materials, because the next day, there would be exams or a revalida on the cases we were studying in the operating room.
Nursing is even more interesting when you're assigned to the Delivery Room and NICU. You get to witness mothers in labor and see how babies are delivered. In my case, I was assigned to the NICU department, where once the baby is born and examined by the pediatrician, it's our time to assess the baby, inject vitamin K to prevent bleeding, and administer erythromycin to the eyes to avoid infection. The babies were so cute, and we even performed tasks like feeding them and changing their diapers. If I were given the opportunity, I would love to be part of the NICU department. For me, babies are incredibly fragile, and I can feel that they rely on nurses to take care of them. I wonder how they look right now, I guess they were toddlers already.
Nursing becomes even more interesting when it’s your turn to scrub in as a surgeon’s assistant. I had the opportunity to be a scrub nurse during a Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (closed) procedure. This was my first time as a scrub nurse during our rotation, and the surgery took about 30 minutes to an hour. I felt overwhelmed and amazed by how the surgeon performed the operation. At that moment, I felt like a real assistant surgeon, much like the ones I’d seen on Grey’s Anatomy. My heart was racing because I wasn’t entirely familiar with all the instruments used during the procedure. However, I gained so much knowledge because the doctor constantly explained how people end up needing these kinds of operations. Because of this experience, aside from NICU, I also want to become an OR nurse. I’d love to scrub in for surgeries like amputations, heart bypasses, and many more. It was incredible to see human organs with my own eyes; it's so different from reading about them in books.
Nursing becomes even more interesting when you finally finish your thesis and defend it with your groupmates. I’ll admit, I wasn’t as involved in our thesis as I should have been, mostly because I was working and struggled to balance academics. What I could do was offer a little help whenever there were revisions. Completing a thesis was really tough, it took us about a year and a half because of all the revisions. I’m so thankful to my group mates for their understanding and for not removing my name from the thesis paper. I’m truly grateful that we all finished it and were able to have it hardbound. Once the thesis was done, we knew we were one step closer to graduation.
Nursing becomes even more interesting as you and your section gain new skills and knowledge. One of the most valuable training sessions we had was for BLS, or Basic Life Support, also known as CPR. This training is crucial because it equips us with the ability to act quickly and effectively in emergency situations, such as when someone stops breathing or their heart stops beating. During the session, we learned the correct techniques for performing chest compressions, administering rescue breaths, and using an automated external defibrillator (AED). The hands-on practice we gained from this training not only boosted our confidence but also reinforced the importance of being prepared to save lives when every second counts.
Nothing beats the feeling of accomplishment when you graduate from the chaotic and challenging field of nursing. I am incredibly proud of myself because, after four years of hard work, I am now a degree holder. Nursing is one of the toughest courses out there, and it takes passion and dedication to get through it. I am now a registered nurse, having completed my first year in the profession, and I currently work as a company nurse. One day, in God’s perfect timing, when I feel the urge to work in a hospital setting, I would love to seize that opportunity. To all the nurses out there, I am with you, and I am so proud of each and every one of you.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read and connect with my thoughts today. I’m excited to continue sharing my journey with you, and I hope you found something here that resonated or sparked an idea. This blog is a space for growth, inspiration, and conversation, and I’d love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or experiences in the comments. Feel free to share if something stood out to you. Here’s to many more stories, lessons, and moments of connection ahead! See you in the next post!