Just like any newbie APN, I would tend to focus more on the clinical setting. Training and educating patients and family will be important to make changes in their lifestyle and to be more compliant with the treatment plan. As we all know, patient care is not limited to nursing but also involves other disciplines; doctors, therapists, social workers, nursing assistants, dieticians, pharmacists, etc. and therefore the importance of collaboration. Advocating for the patient also requires expert communication and collaboration skills. As I continue my journey to become an expert nurse, I hope to develop all the attributes starting from expert communication to the level where I can advocate for my patients' needs in the healthcare policy arena. I would also like to work on my self-confidence. I know that self-confidence comes over time with knowledge and experience. I believe patients develop trust and confidence when they see trust in their healthcare