Q:
What inspired you to become a nurse?
A:
My mother’s experience with hospitalization for open heart surgery inspired me to continue my journey in deciding a role as a healthcare provider. I wanted to provide the best care for patients that I would want given to myself and loved ones.
Q:
What do you love most about being a nurse?
A:
I love providing basic care such as having conversations with patients, comfort care and active listening, I believe this helps with the overall healing process.
Q:
What does a typical day look like for you as an ER nurse?
A:
I work 12-hour shifts. My assignments include direct bedside care up to and including venous access, medication administration, and hand-off reports to patients who have been admitted or transferred outside of the emergency department. I discharge patients, provide education, handle laboratory specimens and coordinate care with physicians, social workers and auxiliary staff that all work as a team to provide patient care plans.
Q:
What’s your advice for someone just starting out as a nurse?
A:
As a new nurse, always use your resources and approach patient care with a prospective plan. Have a systematic approach that is evidence based, actively listen to your patients and educate them about their stay in your care.
