Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families, groups and communities, sick or well and in all settings. It includes the promotion of health, the prevention of illness, and the care of ill, disabled and dying people.Nurses plan and provide medical and nursing care to patients in hospital, at home or in other settings who are suffering from chronic or acute physical or mental ill health. A caring and compassionate nature, and the ability to deal with emotionally charged and pressured situations are important traits of a nurse

The four aims: promote health, prevent illness, restore health, and facilitate coping with death and disability. The 4 aims of nursing interrelate by the nurse using: Cognitive, technical, interpersonal, ethical/legal abilities or skills.Depending upon your level of dedication, a nursing degree can take the following time to complete: Associate's degree programs, which provide entry-level opportunities, usually take two years. A bachelor's degree program takes four years. A bachelor's degree with direct entry typically takes three years.

Setting a SMART goal is a method of goal setting that allows one to achieve practical results in a timely manner. The acronym SMART stands for specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely.