Growing up and even now, many ask themselves this question, “What do I want to be when I grow up?” After witnessing mental illness in my family and then struggling with my own eating disorder, my answer became “a nurse.” I chose to be a nurse because I wanted to influence others and educate othersContinue reading “What do you want to be when you grow up?”
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Developing a Nursing Identity: a Unique Proposition Statement
What creates job satisfaction? What factors encourage employees to stay in the same workplace for years? Why are humans so hesitant about change culture, but ultimately seek different opportunities? A unique proposition statement is a fancy word for catchphrase in the voiceover industry. While building my voiceover business, having a logo and UPS are importantContinue reading “Developing a Nursing Identity: a Unique Proposition Statement”
Geriatrics can Squat, too
Geriatric syndrome is a term that encompasses several clinical manifestations in the elderly that are not otherwise classified under a particular or singular disease or condition. These include falls, delirium, incontinence, and frailty. The degree of muscular strength and endurance is a strong determinant of long-term overall health. It is common and unfortunate that theContinue reading “Geriatrics can Squat, too”
Patient Talk
“It’s easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.”- Julius Caesar Recently, I have found myself becoming slow to anger and quick to speak. I have to consciously think about taking a deep breath or even doing yoga to help calm myselfContinue reading “Patient Talk”
Palliative Care: A Day in the Life
“Life is pleasant; Death is peaceful. It’s the transition that is troublesome”- Isaac Asimov Palliative care is a field of medicine that focuses on an individual’s and family’s quality of life as they suffer from a chronic illness. It involves ensuring the individual is knowledgeable about their disease process, has all of the resources theyContinue reading “Palliative Care: A Day in the Life”
A Glass Half Full
“For what you see and hear depends a good deal on where you are standing: it also depends on what sort of person you are.” ― C.S. Lewis I sit here alone with my two dogs on a snowy afternoon. My alone time often brings on my anxiety as my mind is able to wander. I amContinue reading “A Glass Half Full”
A Passionate Purpose
“If you can’t figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right into your purpose.” —Bishop T.D. Jakes Wasted time is my biggest fear. Time only moves forward and you cannot get it back. So many people simply settle for the ordinary, go the safe or easy route, andContinue reading “A Passionate Purpose”
It is okay to be selfish
“If you feel ‘burnout’ setting in, if you feel demoralized and exhausted, it is best, for the sake of everyone, to withdraw and restore yourself.”- Dalai Lama “As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.” – Maya Angelou “For the whole lawContinue reading “It is okay to be selfish”
I got the COVID-19…
Speak out on behalf of the voiceless and for the rights of all who are vulnerable. -Proverbs 31:8 After working five 12-hr shifts this week, I was one of the fortunate people to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. I choose to receive this vaccine for the return of social gatherings, hugs, concerts, game days, toContinue reading “I got the COVID-19…”
I Owe You a Coffee
The hospital has hired several new hospitalists during the past few months. One in particular really clicked with me. I introduced myself to her because she had several of my patients for the day, who required a lot of attention. I had to call her several times regarding discharge planning/issues, a change in antibiotics, andContinue reading “I Owe You a Coffee”
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