Personal Philosophy of Nursing Paper

Use the questions in the table in chapter 3 on page 101 of your textbook as a guide as you write your personal philosophy of nursing. The paper should be three typewritten double spaced pages following APA style guidelines. The paper should address the following:

1. Introduction that includes who you are and where you practice nursing
2. Definition of Nursing
3. Assumptions or underlying beliefs
4. Definitions and examples of  the major domains (person, health, and environment) of nursing
5. Summary that includes:
   1. How are the domains connected?
   2. What is your vision of nursing for the future?
   3. What are the challenges that you will face as a nurse?
   4. What are your goals for professional development?

Grading criteria for the Personal Philosophy of Nursing Paper:

Introduction                                                                            10%

Definition of Nursing                                                                20%

Assumptions and beliefs                                                         20%

Definitions and examples of domains of nursing                        30%

Summary                                                                               20%

Total              100%