Favorite Parts Of Working In The Nursing Industry As A Registered Nurse
Cassandra's favorite aspect of the nursing industry is "helping people," a passion that motivated their career choice and continues to drive them. The ability to offer "empathy, care, compassion," even on difficult days, provides fulfillment and sustains their commitment to the profession.
Helping People, Compassion, Empathy, Patient Care, Healthcare
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Cassandra Ritter
Registered Nurse
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
Glendale Community College, California State University, San Marcos , 2010
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Biology & Related Sciences
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Medical
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Helping people and making a difference in their lives is a core aspect of the job and a major source of satisfaction for Cassandra. She emphasizes the importance of empathy and compassion, even when patient outcomes aren't always positive.
2. Cassandra initially considered physical therapy before choosing nursing, highlighting the variety of career paths within healthcare and the importance of exploring different options to find the best fit.
3. The role offers opportunities for both direct patient care (e.g., physical assistance and emotional support) and indirect care, providing a holistic approach that addresses physical and emotional needs.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your industry?
Helping people. That's why I got into nursing. Before I really knew what nursing was, I just wanted to help people.
Prior to deciding on a nursing degree, I wanted to do physical therapy to help people get better after injuries. That kind of sports medicine, that's where I wanted to go.
I'm so glad I didn't go into physical therapy. I'm glad I went into nursing instead. I am truly fortunate for it.
I really love coming in and helping a family or a patient for a day. Even if I don't feel like they're going to get better, or if it wasn't a successful day in their healthcare journey, I can still go in and offer empathy, offer care, offer compassion.
I can hold somebody's hand or hug somebody if they need it. I really do enjoy that part. That's what keeps me going in nursing.
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