The document provides guidance on analyzing the concept of "a calling" to nursing. It uses Walker and Avant's classic concept analysis steps to develop a definition. Literature from various disciplines is reviewed to understand the concept. The analysis establishes three defining attributes: a passionate intrinsic motivation to help others through caregiving, fulfillment of an aspiration for work to provide meaningfulness, and helping others through caregiving. Antecedents include personal introspection. Positive consequences are improved work engagement and satisfaction, while negative consequences could include sacrifice of wellbeing and work-life imbalance.