![Page 1: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Carol P. WisemanNurse Educator
![Page 2: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
At the end of this session students will be able to:
1. Define the terms profession and professionalism.
2. Outline the criteria for a profession.
3. Discuss the arguments for classifying nursing as a profession.
![Page 3: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
A profession is a calling that requires advanced knowledge, skill, and preparation; and grows out of society’s need for special services.
![Page 4: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
A profession is an occupation based on specialized intellectual study and training, the purpose of which is to supply skilled services with ethical components.
![Page 5: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Strong Theoretical Base Theories define and clarify nursing and the purpose of nursing practice. Use of theory of nursing leads to coordinated and less fragmented care.
![Page 6: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Strong Theoretical Base Florence Nightingale – 1859 Virginia Henderson – 1955 Dorothea Orem – 1971(Self Care)Callista Roy 1976 (Adaptation Model)Jean Watson – 1979 (Caring)Patricia Benner – 1984 (Novice to Expert)
![Page 7: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
A profession has a unique body of knowledge/theory
There is a limited body of knowledge that has been tested and identified as underlying nursing practice
![Page 8: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
Prolonged Specialized TrainingThree years or more in college or universities.
Liberal arts education in addition to the biologic and social sciences and the nursing discipline.
![Page 9: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Prolonged Specialized Training
Varying entry levels into profession – Diploma, Associate Degree, BScVarying length of education
![Page 10: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
A profession has autonomy of practice
NCTT Determines scope of practice Control over registration Disciplinary powers Standards of education and practice
![Page 11: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Strong Service Orientation A profession is motivated to serve the needs of the community, rather than its own self-interests.
Many consider altruism (selfless concern for others) the hallmark of a profession.
Nursing has a tradition of service to others.
![Page 12: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
A PROFESSION HAS A CODE OF ETHICS
ICN Code of Ethics and universal moral principles serve as the blueprint for other local codes of ethics.
![Page 13: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
Participation in the Professional Organization Trinidad & Tobago Registered Nurses Association (TTRNA)
For nursing to be a profession the TTRNA must be supported by the members of the occupation
Membership at approximately 45-50 %
![Page 14: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
A Credentialing System to Ensure Competence.
Must successfully complete RENR and be recommended by school Principal to be entered on the register as a Nurse.
Annual registration with the NCTT to practice as an RN in Trinidad and Tobago.
![Page 15: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Advancement Of The Profession By On-going ResearchEvidence Based Nursing e.g. Wound management techniques Catheter care Retention of nurses Approaches to education Health promotion studies
![Page 16: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Services offered traditionally associated with wives and mothers.
Historically seen as subservient to medicine.
Education requirements not yet standardized
![Page 17: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Three tier entry level into practice.
Autonomy not complete – still
dependent on medicine to direct most
of its practice
![Page 18: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
An individual who displays competent and skilful behaviors in alignment with their profession (Gokenbach,2012).
The act of behaving in a manner defined and expected by the chosen profession (Gokenbach,2012).
![Page 19: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
Embraces a set of attitudes, skills, and behaviors, attributes and values which are expected from those to whom society has extended the privilege of being considered a professional (Swick, 2000).
![Page 20: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
Those attitudes or ways of being that are born out of valuing ones work and which demonstrate a capacity and willingness to serve others.
![Page 21: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
A professional looks the part
The way one dresses symbolizes role identity, authority, professional image, and confidence- as well as the way the nurse feels about themselves (Mangum, et. Al., 1991).
![Page 22: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
Treatment of Others
A professional treats everyone with dignity and respect.
![Page 23: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)
Commitment to lifelong learning
School is never out for us – keeping up with professional magazines and websites, attending personal or professional conferences, or simply by listening to and learning from others.
![Page 24: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/24.jpg)
Attitude to work
Professionals are committed to excellence whether they “feel like it” or not, whether external circumstances warrant it or not.
![Page 25: Carol P. Wiseman Nurse Educator. At the end of this session students will be able to: 1. Define the terms profession and professionalism. 2. Outline the](https://reader035.vdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022062219/5a4d1b437f8b9ab0599a1fab/html5/thumbnails/25.jpg)
“ Nursing is an art, and, if it is to be made an art, requires as exclusive a devotion, as hard a preparation, as any painter or sculptor’s work; for what is the having to do with dead canvas or cold marble, compared with having to do with the living body- the temple of God’s spirit? It is one of the fine arts; I had almost said, the finest of Fine Arts”