Neonatal Nurse Scholarship Essay

Over twenty-five years ago, I chose nursing as a profession and nervously applied to Ball State University’s School of Nursing. My parents told me they didn’t think I could do it. Not because I was not physically or intellectually capable, but because I was too emotional and “tender-hearted.” It is true that my career, as every other nurse I know has had many ups, downs, and frustrations, but I cannot think of another path more fitting or fulfilling for me, nor can I imagine myself being anything other than a neonatal nurse. Today, I am just as nervously applying to University of Indianapolis to further my education to become a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. I see the patients that I care for as potentially the most vulnerable creatures on earth. It has always amazed me that something that appears to be so weak turns out to be incredibly strong and resilient. The NICU in which I have spent the last 18 years is small, but amazing. I think back and can remember faces and names. I recall specific infant’s that tore at my heart because I just knew that their circumstances would never afford a quality life. Enough of them have proved me wrong that I see that I am part of something incredibly special. I see that the decisions I made all of those years ago do really matter. I am fulfilled because …show more content…
I am persistent when the right path is clear. I am honest and reliable. I see all of those qualities as strengths. I have learned through experience that the best outcomes arrive through the efforts of many, a team. I still at times remind myself that even though I could do better or faster, but someone else needs to do it so they can gain that confidence. I am excited about furthering my education and enhancing my skills. Neonatal nursing has been such a special part of my life. I am proud the job I have done, but look forward to being able to contribute on a new

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