NPI (exam 2)

Nursing professional identity

Sense of one self, in relationship with others, influenced by the deciplines values and norms

What does NPI result in

Thinking, acting, feeling like a nurse

How is NPI built

Experience, reflection, mentorship, community and belonging

Why does NPI matter

Core outcome of education, shapes how nurses think, act, and feel as professionals

What does NPI influence

Ethical decision making, advocacy, life long learning

Examples of professional identity (being)

-who i am as a nurse

-values and ethics

-sense of purpose

Examples of professionalism (doing)

-observable behavior

-civility, accountability, respect

-communication, preparedness, punctuality

Professionalism principles

-civility, respectful communication (act, talk, text)

-accountability (accept feedback, follow-through)

-preparedness (come ready, proofread, practice)

-punctuality and reliability (on time)

-professional image (email etiquette, social media use)

Respect

Assume positive intent, professional tone, boundaries

Punctuality

Arrive prepared and on time, communicate if delayed

Accountability

Own mistakes, follow through

How does N 246 build NPI

-reflective journaling through discussions and assignments (reflection)

-peer and faculty feedback and growth mindset (communication)

-case studies and ethical dilemmas (ethics)

-role modeling and professional behavior (role modeling)

Scenario: a nurse notices coworker doesn't wash hands before entering patient room (NPI and professionalism)

-professional identity: nurse sees themself as leader and speaks up

-professionalism: nurse follows safety protocols and addresses issue respectively

Scenario: a nurse finds DNR for young child (NPI and professionalism)

-NPI: nurse reflects on personal grief and honors family autonomy

-professionalism: nurse ensures supportive environment to listen to family's story and makes sure needs are met

Scenario: nurse realizes they entered wrong med into chart (NPI and professionalism)

-NPI: nurse prioritizes social good and admits to mistake and accepts consequences

-professionalism: nurse contacts correct personnel and reports incident