Nursing Assistant Personal Statement

For the last six years, I’ve been working in Long-term Care facilities, as a CNA. It started out as a way for me to pay for school but turned into a way of living. I lost sight of my dreams and became complacent. Work replaced the things I was passionate about. One day ran into the next, and here I am, so many years later.

I’m currently a student at San Joaquin Valley College, working towards becoming a certified medical assistant in which I have proficiency in typing skills and accomplished CPR and HIPAA certification. My passion is the medical field where I can assist the needs and services of others while being able to connect and create a comfortable environment for patients. On an interpersonal level, I excel as a conversationalist to personalize each interaction I encounter. With previous volunteer work for organizations, I’ve come to realize I strive in wanting to make a positive difference in people’s lives and hope to one day be able to do it on a daily basis. Making a difference in people’s lives at times can take the littlest effort and in doing so

Most individuals have a defining moment in their lives, where they know where their life is headed. Pursuing a degree, as a physician assistant for me did not happen in a single moment but a collection of moments. My mother’s battle with heart disease, a father collapsing on the ground unresponsive, watching first hand the initial incision of an ACL reconstruction to the head of an academic program suggesting a masters in physician assistant. An accumulation of these moments has driven me to unite my interests to accomplish and contribute more to healthcare. Throughout my physical therapy assistant program, I excelled but not due to pure intelligence.

“My Journey to Become a Physician Assistant” My experiences throughout my life all lead me to my chosen career path of Physician Assistant. Growing up, I had several chronic health conditions that often required hospital stays and many doctor’s appointments. From a very young age, I was able to see how much of a positive impact healthcare professional can have on the lives of patients at the worst times of their lives. Over the years, I have seen countless healthcare providers, but one Physician Assistant stood out to me.

Nine years ago, after draining labs, countless hours spent studying and next to no sleep I finally earned accomplished one of the most challenging goals I have ever set out for myself, earning my master’s degree in Biomedical Science. Since my graduation I have put my education to work. I have opened up my own practice where I specialize in guiding athletes to recovery post injury. Working with dedicated athletes has not only motivated me to make my health a priority but, through seeing these athletes drive and dedication to get their healthy bodies back, cause me to be grateful and thank God each and every day for my health. The most rewarding aspect of my job is knowing that I have the ability to improve someone else’s quality of life.

Finish this. I still have to miss school or activities to spend the day at a medical center to receive medication. Throughout my hospital stays, doctor visits, and sick stay-at-home-days, it was immensely difficult for me to be positive and optimistic for the

As a future physician assistant, I want to be a leader in health care who serves as a patient advocate for diverse populations, providing empathetic care and collaborating with other clinicians to deliver the highest level of quality care to each patient and family I serve. I believe my professional PA goals not only align with the mission statement of the Quinnipiac PA program but also parallel the vision and core values of the program. My genuine interest in health care started early and grew from one of my first passions, volunteerism, and subsequently, led to my confidence to participate in community outreach. Volunteering from a young age, I found tremendous intrinsic satisfaction in helping others. Simply, providing a reason for my patient to smile, even if briefly, and often when it was most needed, led me to spend every summer during my high school years at Maine Medical Center as a volunteer at the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital.

The first real challenge of my life has been the question “Why do you want to be a Physician Assistant?”. It has been a few years since I first faced that question unable to answer it. I then proceeded to run into a lot of obstacles such as a low GPA, working multiple jobs, making sacrifices during COVID-19, retaking courses, rejection, and exploring multiple

Quietly stored away in my brain are the honest and humble memories of the six years I spent serving some of the poorest nursing homes in my community and schools for handicapped children. The service group I founded put on performances for, and spent time socializing with, thousands of people with physical or mental limitations. There were countless moments when I knew I was making a difference just by taking the time to listen, or by letting someone hold my hand. Running this non-profit alone was a tremendous undertaking that absorbed hours beyond calculation. Although there were times of frustration, they paled in comparison to the solitary moments I witnessed as our group made a positive mark on one individual after another.

By obtaining my Certified Nursing Assistant licensure through FutureCare, I would be able help others embody the spirit of teamwork and partnership founded on effective communication skills and respect for the contribution of others. I understand that we is greater than me and by adapting to this motto, we could contribute to the community and the prosperity of the nation by leading compassionate, productive, and responsible

Millions of people around the world become injured and are in need of medical attention. There is a wide range of healthcare careers that equip professionals with the knowledge and abilities needed to impact and change people’s lives. The main focus of the healthcare field is to treat, diagnose, and aid patients in returning to a better state. The range of professions can include doctors, paramedics, nurses, therapists, veterinarians, pharmacists, dentist, and so much more. The careers that I gear towards the most are physical therapy and chiropractic.

Witnessing this collaborative effort, I yearn to be an integral part of a team dedicated to improving lives, providing comfort, and making a lasting impact on the well-being of

Being so willing to help and creating such a warm presence in the hospital, the nurses demonstrated the specific empathy and technical skills the profession called for. From seeing the impact of nurses firsthand, I knew that this profession was ideal for me to put my interpersonal and knowledge-based skills to use. Nursing is a profession where I know I can show up as a human and think of holistic ways to support individuals’ well-being. I love the fact

Many caring people in my life, especially nurses, have had a huge impact on my motivation for entering the program. My great grandmother was a nurse for over 30 years and I’ve always looked up to her. She is an example of humility, compassion, and service to me. When I first entered healthcare as a nursing assistant, I was always ready to help. I did everything to the best of my ability so that I would please my superiors and the patients.

I was able to witness nurses who loved not only their jobs but also their patients; but I also noticed others who were there only because they were well paid. Seeing the differences between these two types of nurses and the many experiences I’ve had with them in hospitals throughout my life has showed me exactly what kind of nurse I would like to be. They showed me that I want to be the kind of nurse who shows compassion for her patients and their families. I want nursing to be so much more than just a job. With all of the influences I’ve witnessed over the years I know that nursing is something I can truly excel in.