MEMBERSHIP
Cody Mitchell Director and Chair , Membership Committee directore @ nsna . org
Paving the Way with NSNA NSNA can be an exciting and key part of your experience as a nursing student . There are many reasons why we all decided to become nurses , and the same is true about being a part of an organization like NSNA . Some students join for leadership experience , some join to foster their professional development , and some join to expand their network and meet students from across the nation . No matter your reason for joining , we are all here because we have decided to join the caring , rewarding , and challenging profession of nursing . There is so much to learn on this journey and plenty to reflect on along the way . NSNA has given me countless opportunities and paved the way for me to grow as a leader , develop my professional identity in nursing , and meet other students and future nursing colleagues along the way . NSNA provides an environment where you will create lasting memories . Whether that be from learning something new , meeting someone new , or experiencing something new .
Take Chances and Challenge Yourself Getting out of your comfort zone and putting yourself out there can open doors that one could only imagine . It can be easy to find a routine and fall into a regular pace . Don ’ t get me wrong , finding a routine and doing what works for you is very important in life as well as nursing school . Sitting in our comfort zone instead of pushing ourselves is self-limiting and can lead to missed opportunities . I ’ m sure we ’ ve all heard the saying , “ you ’ ll never know what you don ’ t ask .” Oftentimes when we are stuck and are not sure what to do , we become frustrated and overwhelmed . With that said , I would encourage anyone who is having these moments to stop and reflect . Ground yourself and be present with those feelings and emotions . Push forward , continue to work hard , seek clarity , and give yourself some grace . Never be ashamed or afraid to ask questions . There is no shame in not knowing an answer . It may not be easy , but the challenge will be worth it . Every day is an opportunity for change and growth . Today I challenge you to look for one thing that you can do better to help yourself grow or to help those around you .
Surround Yourself with People Who Reflect Who You Want to Be NSNA offers a fantastic opportunity to network and foster relationships with nursing students , faculty , and nurse leaders across the country . We pride ourselves on being a community where anyone can be a mentor or mentee . Finding someone who you can look up to and ask questions
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