Professional-level nursing practice is characterized by a combination of key characteristics, skills, and ethical principles. These include critical thinking, effective communication, empathy, attention to detail, teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Ethical principles such as patient autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice also guide nursing practice. Throughout this course, I have honed my critical thinking abilities, improved my communication skills, and deepened my understanding of ethical principles in nursing. I feel that I have made significant progress in embodying these aspects of professional-level nursing practice. Moving forward, I plan to apply what I have learned in this course to my current and future nursing practice by incorporating evidence-based practices, maintaining open communication with patients and colleagues, upholding ethical standards, and continuously seeking opportunities for professional development.
