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1About the Authors The authors are faculty at the University of North Dakota College of Nursing and Professional Disciplines, Grand Forks, North Dakota. Rhoda A. Owens PhD, RN, is an associate professor. Dawn L. Denny PhD, RN, ONC, is an associate professor. For more information, contact Dr. Owens at rhoda.owens@und.edu .
Abstract:
This qualitative descriptive study explored the perceptions of 63 prelicensure undergraduate nursing students about their learning experiences and the formation and development of professional identity in nursing (PIN). Students enrolled in a required course that included PIN concepts completed a guided reflective writing assignment. Four themes emerged with data analysis: 1) learning and applying ethics and values, 2) nursing knowledge is specific to nursing practice, 3) all nurses should be leaders, and 4) demonstrating professional comportment. Implications include effective use of reflective writing assignments to facilitate student PIN formation. Future research is warranted.
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