I always strive to make others around me feel blessed and feel like they are more than any one person – a stranger or friend. I feel most fulfilled when I serve and care for others, and my personal attitude as a nurse is centered on compassion and service. My nursing philosophy integrates the knowledge of medicine while combining it with compassionate care that respects each patient. I believe every patient should feel empowered to choose and make decisions for their own health satisfaction. It may not be a traditional health plan, but it's what makes each of us unique. My nursing philosophy is to keep the patient informed and let them be a person to be cared for. All walks of life come into the hospital and I believe we should respect each of these people in their decisions and their own goals.