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Sacred Stories | The “Push” for My Career

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“Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire.”

– St. Catherine of Siena, Dominican Pioneer (1347-1380)

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Soon after I married,   we learned  we were expecting. At the time, neither my husband nor I had insurance. Someone suggested that I seek care through the OB clinic at my local medical center.  My prenatal care through the clinic was a very positive experience. The OB nurse who took care of me – I’ll call her Judy – was one of the most compassionate nurses I ever met. She answered every question I had, no matter how ridiculous.

When I delivered my daughter, the nurses were wonderful, especially my labor and delivery nurse. I’ll  call her Cindy , to protect her privacy.  Cindy was the cheerleader I needed. Soon after the birth l began to think that I could be a nurse. Perhaps I could help support other women through labor; perhaps I could even work at this clinic. Because of  nurses like Judy and Cindy, I decided to go back to school and become an obstetric nurse.

Seven years later, I  earned my bachelor’s degree in nursing, with honors.   When my daughter was 10, I came to work in labor and delivery as a staff nurse at the clinic that helped me..  I worked alongside the women who inspired my new vocation.  I realized my dream. I serve as a nurse manager and  am pursuing a master’s degree in healthcare administration.

From my experiences as a patient and a nurse, I have learned to never underestimate the profound impact a nurse can have on a patient’s life. I know my life has been enriched and blessed in many ways. It all began as a result of being a patient at the OB clinic.

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Questions for Reflection

Were you inspired by someone to choose the path you have chosen? Reflect on how their actions made the difference in your life.

Have you had the opportunity to inspire someone else? How might you create that opportunity in the future?

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