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Professional Identity in Nursing: A Narrative Essay.

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Professional Identity in Nursing (PIN) is a new term for nurse professionalism. This essay explores the formation of PIN in school nursing and encourages its development.

Keywords:

nursing leadership professional identity in nursing school nursing student health

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Area of Science:

Nursing
Professional Development

Background:

The concept of nurse professionalism is evolving.
Professional Identity in Nursing (PIN) is increasingly recognized in academic and clinical nursing practice.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the formation of Professional Identity in Nursing (PIN) through school nursing experience.
To introduce the definition and domains of PIN.
To encourage school nurses to cultivate their PIN.

Main Methods:

This study utilizes a narrative essay format.
It draws upon personal experiences in school nursing.
It includes a review of the definition and domains of PIN.

Main Results:

Personal school nursing experiences contributed to the formation of the author's PIN.
The essay outlines key aspects of PIN definition and domains.

Conclusions:

School nurses play a vital role in shaping their Professional Identity in Nursing (PIN).
Developing a strong PIN is crucial for effective school nursing practice.
Further exploration of PIN in school settings is warranted.