Division of Nursing: Message from the Alumn | Nagasaki University School of HEALTH SCIENCES

A.M. Working as a nurse at a university hospital, Nagasaki
I graduated in 2007 and am now currently working as a nurse at a university hospital in Nagasaki. At the beginning, there were many things I did not know or understand, and I ended every day with anxiety for the next day. When I felt anxious, I often met up with my university friends. I could let my worries out and leant that friends also felt the same way ? this really helped me to move forward. I would also come back to the university, and my supervisors and other staff would listen and give advice. I truly felt that the people I met in the four years at university are now my wealth. Five years after graduation, I have decided to advance to postgraduate school to learn more about cancer nursing. What I have acquired during the undergraduate and postgraduate studies are really helping me to expand my knowledge and skills. I have been approved as a certified nurse specialist of cancer nursing. I sincerely hope that you too will make the most of your precious time at the university; I assure that meeting people from various background and the study will guide you through your career as a nurse.

A.M.
Working as a nurse at a university hospital, Nagasaki

I graduated in 2007 and am now currently working as a nurse at a university hospital in Nagasaki. At the beginning, there were many things I did not know or understand, and I ended every day with anxiety for the next day. When I felt anxious, I often met up with my university friends. I could let my worries out and leant that friends also felt the same way ? this really helped me to move forward. I would also come back to the university, and my supervisors and other staff would listen and give advice. I truly felt that the people I met in the four years at university are now my wealth. Five years after graduation, I have decided to advance to postgraduate school to learn more about cancer nursing. What I have acquired during the undergraduate and postgraduate studies are really helping me to expand my knowledge and skills. I have been approved as a certified nurse specialist of cancer nursing. I sincerely hope that you too will make the most of your precious time at the university; I assure that meeting people from various background and the study will guide you through your career as a nurse.

K.T. Working as a nurse at a hospital, Nagasaki
It has already been four years since I graduated Nagasaki University and started working as a nurse at a hospital.? I still face many challenges, but at the same time, experience just as much joy and new discoveries, and I guess that is the reason why I wish to continue working as a nurse. Nurses probably spend the longest hours with the patients during their hospital stay, and so how we interact with them can greatly affect their lives in both bad and good ways.? I think it is important that we always reflect upon ourselves, how we interacted with the patients and the care we provided ? by doing so, not only can we improve our practice but also let us grow as a person. From this year, I have started working in a children’s ward, which I have always wanted to. Children I meet here are going through such difficult times, yet at times, show me such sweet smiles which cheer us, the nurses, up.? I am very much enjoying my work, and new experiences.?? I hope that you too will meet friends, fellows and teaching staff who will make your start of a career as a nurse a wonderful one.

K.T.
Working as a nurse at a hospital, Nagasaki

It has already been four years since I graduated Nagasaki University and started working as a nurse at a hospital.? I still face many challenges, but at the same time, experience just as much joy and new discoveries, and I guess that is the reason why I wish to continue working as a nurse. Nurses probably spend the longest hours with the patients during their hospital stay, and so how we interact with them can greatly affect their lives in both bad and good ways.? I think it is important that we always reflect upon ourselves, how we interacted with the patients and the care we provided ? by doing so, not only can we improve our practice but also let us grow as a person.
From this year, I have started working in a children’s ward, which I have always wanted to. Children I meet here are going through such difficult times, yet at times, show me such sweet smiles which cheer us, the nurses, up.? I am very much enjoying my work, and new experiences.?? I hope that you too will meet friends, fellows and teaching staff who will make your start of a career as a nurse a wonderful one.

S.W. Working as a public health nurse at a public health center, Nagasaki
I have always liked mathematics and sciences, so I did not hesitate to choose science for my further study.? For my career, I wanted to do something with people ? something that make people healthy and happy.? And because I liked Nagasaki (and also because I did not have the courage, at 3rd year high school, to move out of my home), there was only one and right option ? to study nursing at Nagasaki University.? Nagasaki University offered curriculum in public health nurse, midwife and nurse, and that was also very attractive. When I started my university life, I was still undecided.? Because I liked children, at times I thought I wanted to become a midwife, and at other times, a pediatric nurse.? But during practicum, I met many children fight for their lives, and this made me think really deeply about life and death.? At the same time, it made me feel realize that one needs a lot more than simply feeling affectionate towards children to work in a pediatric ward. During public health nurse practicum, I experienced giving health education for people living in the local community.? How to approach people with low health consciousness was a very interesting theme, and I finally came to realize that I wanted to become a public health nurse ? hence my work now.? My first stationing was in Iki ? a remote island off the coast of Kyushu.? Currently I am responsible for serious and infectious diseases, and oral health.? I am truly enjoying both work and private life here? Iki is famous for Iki beef and fresh seafood, and beautiful diving spots!? With the motto, “nursing is about face to face communication”, I hope to continue working hard and enjoying life as a public health nurse.

S.W.
Working as a public health nurse at a public health center, Nagasaki

I have always liked mathematics and sciences, so I did not hesitate to choose science for my further study.? For my career, I wanted to do something with people ? something that make people healthy and happy.? And because I liked Nagasaki (and also because I did not have the courage, at 3rd year high school, to move out of my home), there was only one and right option ? to study nursing at Nagasaki University.? Nagasaki University offered curriculum in public health nurse, midwife and nurse, and that was also very attractive. When I started my university life, I was still undecided.? Because I liked children, at times I thought I wanted to become a midwife, and at other times, a pediatric nurse.? But during practicum, I met many children fight for their lives, and this made me think really deeply about life and death.? At the same time, it made me feel realize that one needs a lot more than simply feeling affectionate towards children to work in a pediatric ward. During public health nurse practicum, I experienced giving health education for people living in the local community.? How to approach people with low health consciousness was a very interesting theme, and I finally came to realize that I wanted to become a public health nurse ? hence my work now.? My first stationing was in Iki ? a remote island off the coast of Kyushu.? Currently I am responsible for serious and infectious diseases, and oral health.? I am truly enjoying both work and private life here? Iki is famous for Iki beef and fresh seafood, and beautiful diving spots!? With the motto, “nursing is about face to face communication”, I hope to continue working hard and enjoying life as a public health nurse.