Knowledge is an important value in nursing as well as an important value in our society today. Knowledge is gained through experience and education. I believe knowledge allows individuals to learn more which will help advance them forward in life. It builds on their level of expertise which in turn, makes them feel more confident. This is a very important value for me because having knowledge is being successful. In nursing, being knowledgeable is important for the improvement of quality of health care. You want to be confident that you are knowledgeable about drug calculations and signs and symptoms of illnesses, diseases etc. when you are assigned to patients. As a nursing student, I am constantly engaging in new learning opportunities especially when I am given the chance for hands experiences during my clinical placements. 

 

(Revised April 18th, 2016)