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Khadija Ali

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Bio

My name is Khadija Ali. I am currently attending college to pursue my dream of becoming a nurse. Ultimately, my career goals and aspirations consist of positively contributing to my community and constantly finding ways to improve it by spreading knowledge and providing the resources I have.

Education

Columbus State Community College

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Metro Early College High School

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Hospital & Health Care

    • Dream career goals:

      serving my community thourgh volunteering

      Research

      • Education, Other

        NASSP — Assisted in the development of the survey
        2022 – 2022

      Public services

      • Volunteering

        Mid Ohio Market — Volunteering
        2025 – Present
      • Volunteering

        Zenith Academy West — teacher assistant / helper
        2024 – Present

      Future Interests

      Advocacy

      Volunteering

      Philanthropy

      Community Health Ambassador Scholarship for Nursing Students
      Nursing is an incredibly rewarding profession that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Being a nurse allows you to provide essential care and support to patients during some of their most vulnerable moments. The ability to offer comfort, assistance, and compassion to those in need can be deeply fulfilling and impactful. The nursing shortage is creating significant pressure on our healthcare system. With fewer nurses open, the remaining staff often face raised workloads, causing lengthy wait times for patients and lowered interactions between nurses and patients. This can compromise the quality of care, as nurses may have a shorter time to address the emotional and physical needs of each patient. The stress and tiredness resulting from these conditions can impact the nurses' ability to provide human and useful care. The demanding nature of nursing emphasizes the need for better support systems for nurses. Improving working conditions by ensuring good staffing levels and providing mental health resources can help reduce burnout and retain skilled professionals. Offering competitive salaries, manageable workloads, and opportunities for professional development is a major need since nurses have expenses they need to pay. I believe in the importance of spending meaningful time with patients and providing the necessary support for them to express themselves. Whether it's offering comfort and reassurance during difficult times when facing the risk of death, or simply brightening their day with a warm smile during routine check-ins, I aim to make a positive impact. My decision to pursue a career in nursing is deeply rooted in my childhood experiences, where I observed firsthand the immense sacrifices that my parents made to ensure the well-being of our large family of seven. This upbringing instilled in me a sense of empathy and compassion, and it's these values that I hope to embody in my future nursing practice.I have a deep passion for nursing that stems from my desire to celebrate human connection and provide compassionate care to those in need. I believe in the significance of time and support in helping patients and their loved ones through difficult times. In Conclusion, focusing on enhancing human connection, improving work conditions, providing educational incentives, and engaging the community can help address the shortage and work towards a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.Nurses have the unique ability to bring comfort and healing to those in need, and their passion for serving others often stems from personal experiences and a genuine desire to make a meaningful impact on the world.
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