When I first finished school, I actually wanted to be a social worker (what a difference that would have been). And while at college studying social work I had a placement at a home for the physically impaired and I loved it, not the social work part but ever aspect of caring for a person. And that's when I looked into nursing and realised that's what I wanted to do. I wanted to care for people that needed my help. I wanted to make a difference.
A lot if people ask if I've ever regretted that decision and I can honestly say I haven't. Truth be told, this course has been the hardest three years of my life and along with other big decisions I've had to make it's been incredibly stressful! however, I've had the most amazing support from these guys.....
Three other incredible now, newly qualified nurses. When people moan about the NHS, I can understand where they're coming from to an extent but there's so many amazing nurses and other health care professionals out there trying to make a difference to the bad experiences so many people have had. And with these three out in the world of nursing now, things are definitely going to be getting better! can't imagine anyone better to be able to take care of my family if need be!
Tomorrow, I start out on the biggest journey of my life and yes I'm nervous BUT, the excitement I have inside my heart is so close to popping out. This has been one of my biggest dreams and I've achieved it. Now it's time to get out there and give my very best. And to show people that nurses still care, still have compassion and can still make an incredible difference in people's lives :)
