1.What is your database capability of a nurse?

They must be able to listen to and understand the concerns of their patients—this is essential
for evaluating conditions and creating treatment plans. In addition, nurses need to be able to
clearly articulate any instructions for patients, such as how to take a medication or change a
bandage.

1. Caring

While it may seem like a given, most people assume that all nurses enter the field because
“caring” is one of their leading qualities—but this shouldn’t necessarily be an assumed nursing
characteristic. Many nurses who choose the nursing career path prioritize job security, are
interested in using it as a starting point for another career, or have a lack of alternative
ideas/options.

But as a nursing quality, caring makes all the difference to patients. A nurse showing a natural
tendency to truly care about how their patients feel (and in turn, how well they perform their
job) will have a significant impact on their success in the nursing field, which makes caring a key
indicator of a nurse’s success.

2. Communication Skills

Strong communication skills are critical characteristics of a nurse. A nurse’s role relies on the
ability to effectively communicate with other nurses, physicians, disciplines across other units,
patients, and their families.

Without the ability to interpret and convey communication correctly, medical errors are more
likely to occur, patients often feel neglected or misinformed, and the entire unit will feel the
impact. By prioritizing and practicing communication skills, nurses will provide safer care and
benefit their patients, their unit, and the entire hospital/health system—not to mention, their
long-term career.

3. Empathy

With nurses caring for perhaps thousands of patients throughout their careers, it can be all too
easy to become desensitized or remember what it was like to be a “nonclinical” person. A
characteristic of a good nurse is one that shows empathy to each patient, making a true effort
to put themselves in their patients’ shoes.

By practicing empathy, nurses are more likely to treat their patients as “people” and focus on a
person-centered care approach, rather than strictly following routine guidelines. When patients
are fortunate enough to encounter these characteristics of a good nurse, it makes their care
experience that much better.
4. Attention to Detail

Nurses are undoubtedly under immense pressure as they balance receiving orders from
physicians with using their own knowledge skills and critical judgement to provide the highest
quality patient care. Add to this combination caring for multiple patients simultaneously, and
the risk for human error can seem almost inevitable.

A good nurse knows the stakes are high and that unlike in most other industries, they’re
responsible for peoples’ well being and more importantly—their lives. Having a strong attention
to detail is one of the nurse personality traits that can easily and quickly determine how
successful they’ll be in their role.

5. Problem Solving Skills

While clinical knowledge and training is taught throughout a nurse’s education, on the job
training is the most effective way to help shape a nurse’s problem solving skills. And although
years of experience can help hone this skill, some naturally possess better problem-solving skills
as part of their qualities and traits of a nurse.

Problem solving skills are essential to nursing, as nurses generally have the most one-on-one
time with patients and are often responsible for much of the decision-making related to their
care. Even seemingly small decisions can have major impacts and cause adverse patient
outcomes if incorrectly made.

6. Stamina

The physical demand on nurses is perhaps one of the most underestimated aspects of their
careers. Within one shift, a nurse lifts an average of 1.8 tons (roughly the weight of a hippo)
with patient lifting and adjusting. Additionally, studies have found that nurses walk an average
of 4-5 miles per shift.

In an average 12-hour shift, nurses exercise a unique balance of physical and emotional stamina
that few other industries encounter. Effectively managing this skill is what makes a great nurse.
This extremely important skill impacts nurses, their coworkers, and of course, the patients.
Having sufficient stamina is one of the most important qualities of a great nurse.

7. Sense of Humor

To derive satisfaction from such a mentally and physically exhausting career, nurses that can
find time for a laugh are typically more successful in their roles. Because nurses encounter
varying degrees of high-stress situations, taking the opportunity to enjoy the downtime and
incorporate a lighthearted attitude can provide a sense of stress relief beyond measure.
Having a good sense of humor also helps spread positivity to other nurses, patients, and their
families. A good sense of humor is not only a characteristic of a nurse leader, but reminds
patients and their families that “nurses are people, too” and ultimately increases their trust and
openness with sharing feedback and concerns. In especially stressful times, patients and their
family members are appreciative of any efforts (no matter how small) to help bring a bit of
cheer.

8. Commitment to Patient Advocacy

This concept is the foundational core tenet of healthcare from the Hippocratic Oath to nearly
every hospital’s mission statement in one phrase or another: keep patients safe, deliver the
highest quality of care. In other words, be an advocate for patients, with special attention on
their overall safety.

As one of the leading qualities of a nurse leader, a great nurse understands that patient
advocacy is a mindset that must be practiced every day, with every patient, throughout every
stage of the care continuum. Many patients enter a hospital or healthcare setting disoriented,
confused, and unable to truly “speak up” and advocate for their safety. Having a nurse that
practices with a strong passion for patient advocacy will ensure they’re always fighting for the
very best care for their patients.

9. Willingness to Learn

With technological improvements and breakthrough studies in science, the healthcare industry
(and healthcare workers) must prove to be successfully adaptive to provide the highest quality
patient care possible. Nurses spend more bedside time with patients than any other role in
healthcare and their willingness to learn and put new knowledge into practice is one of the
leading traits of a good nurse.

Improvements in education approaches (e.g., multidisciplinary training, personalized learning,

etc.) can help foster successful learning environments, but a good nurse must possess a natural
willingness to learn for them to be truly beneficial. This important skill applies to nurses of all
ages, throughout every stage of their career, from recent graduates to the highly experienced.

10. Critical Thinking

While having a strong willingness to learn is an important skill in a good nurse, putting that
knowledge into successful practice requires an ability to think critically—especially in high-
stress situations. A nurse with highly functioning critical thinking skills is one of the most
important characteristics of a professional nurse.

After years of education and training, the ability to apply clinical guidelines and best practices
on the floor depends on a nurse’s ability to think critically, which is quickly noticed (either
positively or negatively) by leadership, other nurses, and ultimately, patients. While this skill
can be improved over time, it’s often something that comes more naturally to some nurses
than others.

11. Time Management

Balancing multiple patients, stressful care settings, and competing priorities is no small feat
during a 12-hour shift. Having the ability to implement effective time management is a key
personality trait for nursing, as is being able to concentrate on the most critical issues first,
which isn’t necessarily the patient/family that’s demanding the most.

Setting time aside for selfcare is also a crucial component to time management. Refusing to
take a quick break or regroup during an especially intense 12-hour shift won’t benefit anyone
involved in the care process.

12. Leadership

While most nurses approach their careers with patient care in mind, many will unexpectedly
transition into leadership roles. Unfortunately, it’s all too common for this promotion to arrive
without adequate training, development opportunities, or sufficient support/mentorship.

A quality of a good nurse that will become more and more valuable in the growing nursing field
is the ability to successfully lead. However, if a nurse manager recognizes that their role isn’t
perhaps the right fit, knowing when/how to voice that concern is equally as admirable as
thriving in the role. Exercising leadership skills in any role/level of the organization shows a
willingness to grow and adapt at one’s own pace. Mentorships from nursing leaders can also
teach invaluable lessons on how to become a great nurse.

13. Experience

It’s important to note that as veteran nurses leave the healthcare industry and begin
retirement, they’re taking with them years of experience and knowledge that cannot be quickly
replaced. As nursing leaders work to bring new nurses in the door, most available candidates
are predominantly new graduate nurses—a stark contrast to their predecessors in terms of
experience and the many patient care skills and knowledge that can only come with time and
practice.

By engaging with new nurses to instill an expectation of continuous learning, while creating a
positive environment for them to learn from experienced nurses (without fear of judgement),
nursing leaders will set new nurses up for success—benefiting their careers, the organization,
and most importantly their patients.
2.What are the benefits of your database?

Before we get into the pros of nursing, it’s important to understand that most
people enter the profession because they have a sincere passion for helping
others. Those who go into nursing primarily for the money and/or job security risk
being unhappy in the profession.

1. Helping Others

Whether they’re caring for patients at the bedside or fighting for patient rights,
nurses are in the business of improving and saving lives. In fact, nurses play a
unique and significant role in shaping the health and wellness of the individuals,
families, and communities they serve.

2. High Demand

Registered nurses, especially those with a BSN, are and will continue to be in high
demand across the country.

3. Earning Potential

Take note that RN salaries are typically higher in metropolitan areas than they are
in rural areas.

While hospitals have long been the largest employers of RNs, today’s nurses can
choose to apply their skills in any number of practice settings, from airplanes and
cruise ships to campsites and military bases. There are also more than 100
specialty areas to choose from, including forensic nursing, holistic nursing,
informatics nursing, and travel nursing.

5. Flexible Schedules

Generally speaking, being a nurse comes with a lot of flexibility. Depending on the
employer, RNs can choose to work on a full-time, part-time or on-call basis. Many
health-care employers have their nurses work three 12-hour shifts a week, which
is great for those who don’t mind long workdays to have four consecutive days
off.

6. Trusted Profession
When it comes to honesty and ethical standards, the nursing profession has
maintained nurses as having very high ethics.

7. Work Wardrobe

Thanks to a simple dress code that consists of scrubs and sneakers (or clogs),
nurses never have to think about or second guess what they wear to work. Plus,
scrubs are so comfortable that some people outside the profession wear them as
PJs.

3.Output of being a nurse

When it comes to certain nursing career cons, nurses can often find ways to ease the severity of
these disadvantages by taking good care of themselves. The cons without workarounds are the
ones that require the most attention because they tend to help people decide if nursing is right
for them.

. Physical Demands
Foot problems and back injuries are common in the nursing profession, especially for
those who work in hospitals. These caregivers spend a lot of time on their feet and have
to lift and move patients on a regular basis. Keep in mind that a good pair of shoes can
prevent and/or reduce these foot problems, while proper stretching and exercise can cut
down the risk of back injuries.

2. Long Hours
Hospital nurses typically work 12-hour shifts. However, if there’s a lot of patient
reporting to do before a shift change, these caregivers might find themselves putting in
a 15-hour day, which can take a mental and physical toll on their bodies. It’s also worth
mentioning that nurses with less job seniority have to work a lot of nights, weekends,
and holidays.

3. Virus Exposure
While there are precautions nurses can take to protect against germs and viruses,
there’s always a risk of catching something from a patient. Extreme forms of exposure
include being accidentally stuck by a needle from a patient with a blood-borne illness or
getting a splash of bodily fluid in the eyes. Bear in mind that most health-care facilities
have cleansing and testing procedures in place for handling such situations.
4. Stress and Pressure
There’s a lot of stress and pressure that comes with being a nurse. While nurses don’t
get much downtime on the job, they’re still required to think critically in life or death
situations as well as maintain their composure when working with difficult patients and
their families. Despite the intense pressure nurses face, they’re also the ones who still
have to take the time to answer all the questions patients have about the TV in their
rooms.

5. Emotional Burnout
Nurses witness all types of human suffering, which can wreak havoc on their emotions.
Consider the nurse who has to treat an accident victim in extreme pain or the nurse
caring for a young mother who is battling cancer. And more times than not, hospital
nurses see more patient deaths than they can count, with each situation affecting them
in different ways. Therefore, it’s important that nurses seek the right counseling and
support to prevent emotional burnout.

At the end of the day, the pros of a nursing career far outweigh the cons.