This “About Me” section serves as an introduction to my professional journey, providing insight into my background, experiences, and motivations as a nurse. It outlines the key milestones in my career, highlights my aspirations, and reflects my passion for healthcare.
Victoria Murray RN, BScN
Hello, welcome and thank you for visiting my ePortfolio. My name is Victoria Murray, and I am a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in the nursing field living and working in Ontario, Canada. My journey into nursing began at a young age, sparked by a deep passion for caring for others. As an elementary school student, I spent time visiting seniors in Long-Term Care (LTC), listening to their stories, assisting during mealtime, and providing companionship. This early exposure to healthcare inspired me to continue on this path—volunteering at the local LTC home during my teenage years and eventually pursuing a career in nursing.
Over the past two decades, my professional journey has allowed me to grow in various clinical and leadership roles. I spent five years working on an inpatient medicine and cardiology unit, where I completed Coronary Care Levels I and II though Humber College in Toronto, ON. During this time, I also became a mother to two children. About 1.5 years into my career, I was promoted to charge nurse, a role that allowed me to support my colleagues and mentor nurses. I frequently served as a preceptor to student nurses and eventually became the clinical educator for the unit. I also assisted in the planning and opening of a 6-bed cardiac step-down unit, where I continued to work and contribute to patient care.
Following this, I transitioned into Critical Care, where I completed a Critical Care Certificate through Durham College in Oshawa, ON and deepened my clinical expertise. My journey then led me to Primary Care, where I supported homebound patients in receiving primary care services, chronic disease management, and system navigation—all with the goal of helping them remain safely at home in alignment with their values and preferences. Most recently, I’ve taken on a management role, where I lead an in-home care program, work on advancing system-level home care, and serve as the Privacy Officer for my organization.
Throughout my career, I’ve remained grounded in a nursing philosophy centered on holistic, patient-centered care, with a deep commitment to advocacy, dignity, and respect for each individual’s unique healthcare journey and lived experience. My approach to nursing is strongly aligned with Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring, which emphasizes the importance of human connection, compassion, and caring moments in promoting healing and wellness (Watson, 2008). I believe that effective nursing care not only addresses physical needs but also supports emotional, psychological, and spiritual well-being. Watson’s theory has served as a guiding framework in my practice, particularly in my work with vulnerable populations in both acute and community settings.
Thank you for taking the time to learn about me. I am passionate about nursing and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of the individuals, families, and communities I serve.
References
Watson, J. (2008). Nursing: The philosophy and science of caring (Rev. ed.). University Press of Colorado.
My Personal Philosophy
My personal philosophy of life, much like my philosophy of nursing, is grounded in the belief that human connection is central to meaning, growth, and healing. I view life as a relational journey in which we come to understand ourselves through our relationships with others, guided by values of presence, compassion, curiosity, and ethical responsibility. I believe that knowledge (about ourselves, others, and the world) is not simply acquired but co-created through dialogue, reflection, and shared experience. Vulnerability serves as an invitation to deeper understanding and authentic connection, reminding me that every encounter holds the potential for learning. Growth, for me, requires ongoing reflection and a willingness to remain humble and open to new perspectives. Ultimately, my philosophy of life centers on being-with others in ways that honor dignity, foster compassion, and support mutual transformation. Life, like nursing, is a continual process of becoming; rooted in presence, shaped by ethics, and enriched through meaningful relationships.
Victoria Murray MScN Student 