A Nurse’s Career Journey Is Endless
Let me introduce myself, I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse, and have worked in a variety of settings for many years. I started my medical career as a Hospital Corpsman in the United States Navy. During that time, I worked on Naval Ships, in Naval Hospitals, and out in the field during wartime. I helped provide surgical care to our men and women injured in battle during Desert Storm. I received the best training and experiences during my time in the military. The Navy prepared me to respond to any emergency situation that I may have encountered in the field. I found myself doing many procedures; such as, suturing wounds, performing an emergency tracheotomy, or cauterizing a limb that was lost in battle. Additionally, in the hospitals I worked in Acute Care Pediatrics, Telemetry, Intensive Care, Medical-Surgical, Oncology, Burn Unit, Emergency Room, OB/GYN, Women’s Care and the Operating Room. After I left the Navy, Florida was one of the few states that did not accept the Navy’s credentials in order to take the state boards. Therefore, I had to complete a Licensed Practical …show more content…
Dr. Lipschitz, who was my pedestrian, always seemed to put my fears at ease and made me feel comfortable. He was a nice man with a funny sense of humor, liked to smile and had a gentle and calm demeanor. I remember thinking when I was young that I wanted to be a pediatrician too. Thinking back now I am certain his act of kindness and professionalism influenced me towards an interest in the medical field. The quality of care you provide to a person can impact a person’s life, even at a young age. The first time I truly touched a person’s life was amazingly rewarding. I was working on the Acute Care Pediatric Unit at the Naval Hospital, taking care of a two week old newborn that experienced respiratory and
Let me introduce myself, I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse, and have worked in a variety of settings for many years. I started my medical career as a Hospital Corpsman in the United States Navy. During that time, I worked on Naval Ships, in Naval Hospitals, and out in the field during wartime. I helped provide surgical care to our men and women injured in battle during Desert Storm. I received the best training and experiences during my time in the military. The Navy prepared me to respond to any emergency situation that I may have encountered in the field. I found myself doing many procedures; such as, suturing wounds, performing an emergency tracheotomy, or cauterizing a limb that was lost in battle. Additionally, in the hospitals I worked in Acute Care Pediatrics, Telemetry, Intensive Care, Medical-Surgical, Oncology, Burn Unit, Emergency Room, OB/GYN, Women’s Care and the Operating Room. After I left the Navy, Florida was one of the few states that did not accept the Navy’s credentials in order to take the state boards. Therefore, I had to complete a Licensed Practical …show more content…
Dr. Lipschitz, who was my pedestrian, always seemed to put my fears at ease and made me feel comfortable. He was a nice man with a funny sense of humor, liked to smile and had a gentle and calm demeanor. I remember thinking when I was young that I wanted to be a pediatrician too. Thinking back now I am certain his act of kindness and professionalism influenced me towards an interest in the medical field. The quality of care you provide to a person can impact a person’s life, even at a young age. The first time I truly touched a person’s life was amazingly rewarding. I was working on the Acute Care Pediatric Unit at the Naval Hospital, taking care of a two week old newborn that experienced respiratory and