Science, Service, and Storytelling: Why I Chose Nursing

When people ask why I chose nursing, I never have just one answer. I usually end up telling a story, or two, because the truth is, nursing was never a sudden decision for me. It was something that slowly unfolded through the things I loved growing up—science experiments, acts of service, and the stories that […]
New Grad, Old Soul: Why Playing Cards and Visiting Museums Makes Me a Stronger Nurse

When people ask what I do to relax, I usually get a few surprised looks when I tell them I play card games with friends and visit museums—like, on purpose, for fun. I guess it sounds a little old-school, maybe even boring, especially for someone fresh out of nursing school. But the truth is, these […]