Building Professionalism in Nursing

Building Professionalism in Nursing: A Real-World Guide for New Nurse Success is designed to support the development of professionalism for nursing students and newly licensed nurses. The text helps readers understand what professionalism entails within the nursing profession and provides practical ways to apply it to one's nursing career. The book is structured to reflect a journey toward becoming a professional nurse, beginning with foundational concepts and moving to address the responsibilities and roles in nursing. It addresses essential topics for modern nursing, including self-care, communication, teamwork, patient care approaches, and professionalism. Real-world examples-based on the authors' extensive clinical experience and called "Keeping It Real" scenarios-are interwoven throughout, offering practical insights and invitations for discussion. Reflective questions at the end of each chapter foster critical thinking and self-evaluation. Building Professionalism in Nursing is ideal for courses focused on professional development in nursing, nursing ethics, communication, interdisciplinary teamwork in healthcare, and the transition into professional practice.