Professional Image
The Gallop Poll rates 11 professions annually, based on the public’s perception of the honesty and ethical standards of the profession. With the exception of 2001 when firefighters were recognized for their fearless and remarkable efforts during and after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. It is important for nurses to be recognized as a nurse in the agency where they practice.
Nurses demonstrate a sense of pride in their profession when they portray a professional image to the public. Patients state that it is important for them to be able to recognize the nurse when they are receiving health care. Nurses are leaders, it is important that we recognize the image we portray in our clinical practice and reflect on how well our personal image reflects our education and knowledge.
Assignment Objectives
• Evaluate and reflect on your personal image of professionalism .
• Create and discuss changes that can be made by you and other nurses to improve the perception of nursing by the public and patients .
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