Correspondence: jonathon.slater@nottshc.nhs.uk
Abstract Reflective practice is integral to effective nursing. Autoethnography is used within this article as a means of reflective practice to help the author better understand what motivates him as a nurse. Wider relevance and application are explored. Conclusions are drawn regarding professional identity, pluralism and chief complaint care orientation. The integral role of nurses in reducing dissonance between services and those who seek help from them is highlighted.
Key words Health dissonance, autoethnography, service-user, nurse, chief complaint orientated