By Luanys Rivera As my plan is to go into the nursing profession, being one of my long-term goals, I have come to believe that this career will lead me to make the impact I want to make in the world and in others. Knowing that the nursing profession makes the most impact on people more than I have expected leads me to reason that it is not about just helping people but to care for them, demonstrating compassion and being very truly and deeply understanding towards people including from different backgrounds. Building and having these qualities in which are my strengths are how I can show why it is so important to have in the healthcare field. During my junior and senior year of high school, I have been exploring multiple careers in the healthcare field to discover which profession I am most interested in. Participating in programs such as The Perry Outreach Program where young girls explore male dominated careers in orthopedics and engineering while doing hands-on tasks. Stating in an interview “I wanted to test myself, challenge myself, to see if maybe I want to be in orthopedics, I wanted to answer the questions I’ve had on my mind”. Knowing that this experience has allowed me to realize that I am capable of anything, willing to accept challenges and gain new experiences. While also being involved in Neuroscience research at the University of Rochester with the NeuroEast program, learning techniques that researchers use to study the brain in the Cognitive Neurophysiology Lab. Working in a lab and taking part in research changed my whole perspective. I learned that research takes time, makes a huge impact towards the world but realized that it is a career that is not for me. I enjoy being in a moving environment, engaging directly with people, and being able to create a personal positive impact. Working as a Patient Care Technician in Rochester General Hospital through the Youth Apprentice Program has allowed me to be exposed to being in a hospital environment and working alongside healthcare professionals where I have been able to learn what is like being part of a team, showing emotional support towards patients and providing the needed care. While I have come across some challenges, I grew out of this experience. Learning to do vitals, working with unsatisfied patients, coming across COVID patients, or my help being needed the most for being one out of two patient care technicians available, these challenges did not stop me but instead motivated me. One of the many best experiences was participating in the East Pathways to Nursing Program through the University of Rochester’s School Of Nursing. Given the opportunity to learn from experienced nurses at Strong Memorial Hospital who became my mentors, and was taught clinical skills that nurses need to develop. At the mid end of the program we had a field trip to Strong Memorial Hospitals O.R, and had the chance to see two spine surgeries which not every student has the opportunity to experience. Being able to speak to the surgeon while they explained the procedure was one of the most memorable experiences. At the end of the program we had to research a disorder, I decided to set my focus on Epilepsy. As I received positive feedback from nurses who shared the same interest in knowing more about Epilepsy. All these experiences required me to get out of my comfort zone and have the drive to want to learn more, not just for my career but for the person I want to become.
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Linda Dunsmoor
1/4/2023 11:52:47 am
Excellent, Luanys!
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Lynn Girven
1/5/2023 03:08:01 am
Healthcare is a noble profession and any team that you join will be lucky to have you.
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Daniel Hart
1/5/2023 07:03:15 am
You're going places, Luanys! I'm so happy you got to engage deeply in a variety of different medical pathway options. Giving yourself a vision of who you could become like that helps you understand what does and does not meet your interests and values. Keep striving and pushing yourself because your positivity and success will inspire others.
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Robert Hoggard
1/5/2023 10:35:24 pm
Wow! This is an amazing reflection. I’m also happy to know that you have a great experience with the RGH Youth Apprenticeship Program. It’s good to know it’s still a viable program that prepares our next leaders fro the future. You e had so many experiences that will help you in the long run.
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