Australian Registered Nurse Professional Nursing Standards (Essay Sample)

Reflective essay on a placement experience
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Introduction
The capacity of students to conduct an in-depth analysis of their experiences and identify areas in which they can personally and professionally advance is what makes reflective practice an essential component of nursing education. Student nurses who participate in clinical rotations gain significant benefits due to the hands-on experience they gain with patients and in authentic healthcare environments. Through participation in various activities, nursing students develop intellectually, professionally, personally, and interpersonally. This is one of the most fascinating and thought-provoking aspects of nursing school, especially compared to other components. Before commencing a placement, students need to be aware of the goals they should set for themselves and be prepared to take responsibility for their education, in my opinion. In this essay, I will explore the Australian Registered Nurse Professional Nursing Standards and how they connect to the experiences that I have had while participating in clinical rotations as a nursing student. I will also discuss how these standards apply to the nursing profession.
Objective Outline of a Professional Experience:
While in my first year of nursing school, I had my first experience with a medication error during my professional placement. At the time, I was still relatively new to the nursing profession. The event occurred during my shift at the aged care facility where I was doing my rotation. I made what is perhaps the most common mistake that can be made with medication: I gave medication to the wrong patient. On that day, my supervisor and I prepared medication for patients together. We double-verified everything to ensure that each patient's medication was available in the appropriate quantity and that the appropriate route and time