Today, the definition of a profession is changing and often interpreted broadly, but the classical professions were only doctors, lawyers, clergymen, and jobs that touched people's lives.The word “profession” is derived from the word “profess,” which means to make a pledge to God. Nursing, which was initially called a semi-professional, has been striving to become a professional, taking the opportunity of becoming a university. I have continued.
Currently, the generally stated professional requirements are,
- It is necessary to acquire highly systematized and theorized knowledge and skills through long-term training and education.
- Members of professional groups must be accredited by a state or association
- A certain code of conduct is necessary for members in order to organize and maintain the organization of the professional group itself.
- In the performance of duties, act in the public interest, following altruistic motives, rather than for profit
- Possess advanced knowledge and technology, and based on it, is obligated to play a role that aims at the public interest, resulting in a high degree of autonomy and social authority.
Has become.
Nursing professionals are not only certified nurse specialists (CNS), nurse practitioners (NP), and certified nurses who pursue specialization as specialists, but also work as generalists in pursuit of specialization. increase.It is a profession that is developing day by day as a professional occupation through the efforts of such predecessors.
Would you like to become a person who aims and develops this wonderful profession together?
