Informal occupations

Practicum Journal Entry #1 At the conclusion of this class, I will be transitioning from an experienced adjunct educator in the clinical environment to a novice Master’s degree nurse educator. This new position will require the desire to learn new skills, values, and being able to socialize into the new work setting. Working in both the Associates and Baccalaureate programs has separate challenges, organizational environments, and student populations (Paul, 2015). The purpose of this first…

Instead of preparing for the SATs and ACTs, I took the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) to join the Air Force. Unlike most students in my high school, I knew that I wanted to join the Air Force. However, I spent months waiting to hear back from the so I continued to wait, even after numerous phone calls from other branches. I wanted to join the Air Force because my Grandfather served for 25 years and he was my hero. Therefore, I waited to reach my goal. In March 2008 I…

In March of 1988, AMC's second Executive Director resigned, leaving the organization to struggle with the prospect of having to hire a new Executive Director (ED) and the long-lasting financial difficulty. At that time, AMC’s Council searched for an Executive Director who had the skills and the vision to lead the organizations to success. In 1989, Andy Falender, a Harvard MBA and former Peace Corps volunteer, was hired as the Executive Director of the club. In addition to his skills in…

I am interested in a nursing assistant position at Sharp Memorial Hospital. I am currently working on completing my BSN and am anticipating graduating in May 2015 from Point Loma Nazarene University. Currently, I am a member of Sigma Theta Tau and have received certifications in Basic Life Support. I am currently completing a 144 hour preceptorship on 7 West PCU at Sharp Memorial. Through this preceptorship and a previous clinical rotation at this facility during my sophomore year I have…

I am Olivia Oetken and I have been living for sixteen years. I believe that everyone's life has a purpose here on earth. I’m a strong willed individual that likes to fight for what's right. I’m a kind and loving person ready to help and take care of anyone. I love being able to help people and lead them closer to God without out them knowing sometimes. I know that God has a plan for me and that I just need to listen to what he is trying to tell me. In fifteen years, I will have my dream job as…

In the sports business world, I am interested in pursuing a career in one of the following fields- marketing or sales. Through my internship, I was given the unique opportunity to interview people in upper management positions in each of those fields. The interviews provided me with extremely beneficial information as I continue on my career path in the sports business industry. Jimmy McIntyre is the Vice President of Marketing at Sports Endeavors Incorporated. The most important part of his…

A nurse practice act is designed to guide professional nurses in the regulations of their practice. The act defines the nurses scope of practice, educational and certification requirements, and disciplinary actions for violations. This paper will discuss the nurse practice act in the state in which I practice nursing, the scope of practice for the registered nurse as defined in the nurse practice act, the scope of practice of the master’s prepared nurse, the differences between the two roles,…

Beginning his illustrious career in the family business in 1974, Dick DeVos spent 30 years at Amway, where he held various positions. Dick excelled as Vice President of International Markets, tripling international sales and developing new markets for Amway products. From 1991 to 1993, DeVos took a break from Amway to work in other family business; he served as CEO of the Orlando Magic basketball team. Next came at stint at Alticor, the parent company of Amway. Currently, DeVos serves as…

Nursing Homes at A Glance Nursing homes along with other healthcare facilities have been around for a long time. There are different myths that seem wrong about what goes on in a nursing home. Many people believe that nursing homes have nasty smells and some even believe that it is a bad place to be. In the United States everyone is always busy and do not have the time to take care of other people. Nursing homes are wonderful places which were made for people who can not get taken care of by…

The Role of Nursing It is said that the nursing profession is one of the most respected and trusted careers there are. From the beginning, a nurse’s role was to nurture and mend those that are sick, frail and even through the process of end of life, but it doesn’t just stop there. Nursing has come a long way and entails many more aspects than they are even given credit for. A nurse wears many hats and is required to perform duties outside of healing obvious wounds. They are highly skilled and…