International Nurses Association

As a nurse, being a social butterfly is a part of the job. If you are more on the introverted side, this can be a hard pill to swallow. At the very least, you're going to have try and fake it. Nursing requires an outgoing personality for the most part. There are ways to train yourself to become a more social person. Some of these ways are especially useful in the nursing field. These ways will not only help you become more sociable, but they will also contribute to your career. The right mindset is important when doing most things. Listening and body language are crucial to approaching people with confidence. It takes tons of practice to become a social butterfly. Related: Why do we have a Nursing Shortage? 1.     Mindset If you are going into this with a negative mindset, it is time to change it. Figure out the reasoning for what you are doing. Why do you want to be a more outgoing nurse? Regardless of what you are feeling, focus on positive thoughts...

Becoming a nurse involves much more than just earning your degree. Of course, it requires you to have very specific skills in order to provide the best possible care for your patients. Most commonly, these attributes include genuine empathy, ability to teach patients what you know, nurturing health-conscious behavior, and above all, maintaining good communication. According to your specific wishes and abilities, at some point you have to choose your nursing specialty. Being a top-notch nurse in your field dictates you excel at the aforementioned skills, and consider them essential to your work. Some of these skills can be acquired through advances in your career, but there’s still much to learn. Being a nurse is a never ending learning process. Hence, here are some crucial skills every nurse should acquire. Think critically Nursing is a very complex and demanding job. In order to be at the top of your game, you have to think several moves ahead. You need to be able to asse...