As nurses, we have skills we can use in so many ways. How do we simply use these skills to help others as well as ourselves? We’re probably good at helping others, it’s the “ourselves” part that we probably need to work on.
1. Make a list of five of your most unique nursing skills.
2. Make a list of five dreams, or goals, you have for your professional life.
3. Combine #1 and #2 above and see if they can somehow fit together.
Now, be determined to put your unique nursing skills to work so you can become more fulfilled. After all, the majority of your waking hours are spent working. So, you might as well be happy doing something(s) you enjoy doing. If not, it’s time to broaden your horizons. Check out www.nursinglink.com for ideas to expand the nursing side of yourself.
