Sorry I haven't posted in a while.....I have been pretty busy....
To catch you up! I am an RN, on my last term at OHSU working on my Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. I'm almost done! I can see the light!
I just began my OHSU practicum at Providence Milwaukie Hospital in the ED. Everyone.... I AM IN LOVE!! The Emergency Department is my kind of nursing. Assessments are focused, you are treating the patient initially (triage), and you perform so many nursing skills! My nurse preceptor Abby is incredible too!!
Over the last few clinical days, I started 7 IVs, performed a straight cath, 2 mini caths, a billion IVP (IV pushes), administered a bunch of drugs, and performed a bunch of assessments and discharges. I have only been there for 3 days, and I feel like I could take my own patients.
I'm excited to see what God has in store for me! Maybe even a job! :)
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Job Hunting?
People ask me all the time if I have found a job yet. Some people just ask me where I am working and assume I have an RN job. Sadly, I don't. I am currently managing a local coffee shop while in nursing school full time. This hasn't stopped me from looking for jobs of course. But, for now, I am perfectly content with where I am at. All I am hoping for is a job by the time all my schooling is done. Obviously, if a job opens up right now I'm going to take it!
This Christmas break, I plan to fill out scholarship applications as well as apply for jobs. I will be working full time at my job but I won't have school. I am trusting God will have the right job for me. I know He will place me some place where I can develop relationships or be a part of someone's life at the right time. I am just being patient....meanwhile keeping super busy!
This Christmas break, I plan to fill out scholarship applications as well as apply for jobs. I will be working full time at my job but I won't have school. I am trusting God will have the right job for me. I know He will place me some place where I can develop relationships or be a part of someone's life at the right time. I am just being patient....meanwhile keeping super busy!
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Where I Stand
Over the past few years, I have grown a lot. As my boyfriend would say, I have experienced a 'hypergrowth' in my spirituality. A few years ago, I started focusing where I was going in my life. I landed on God's path once more. Though I have known him and sought him all my life, I began to yearn for a relationship far stronger then a weekly sunday service and my few intimate moments with God alone.
I was hurt by my friends including a broken friendship and a broken relationship. I felt like I was in the dark. I sought for Jesus and questioned God about why things are happening. I felt so much like how Job felt; I felt like I was being punished with these experiences. Though I didn't experience the extreme of Job's experience, I felt I could relate to some of his dialog. I repented and asked for forgiveness for my problems and wrongs, only to hope that I could again see the light. Though many consider 'life' to have negativity, false hopes, broken promises, horrible coincidences, and experiences of feeling like you are at the bottom of it all, I decided to look at life differently. I began a journey including God in everything I said, everything I did, and everything I wanted out of life. I got out of my relationship and began to patch up the holes in my heart. And so began my hypergrowth.
I met new friends pretty fast, many of which are from my coffee shop job I got in 2008. I was in a depression, and I was blessed with friends that got me out of it. But it wasn't until the end of 2009, that I was able to talk and get to know these friends. My closest friend brought me to her church which I love; and now I am pursuing it today. She also introduced me to my current boyfriend who is such a strong man of God and so uplifting and encouraging to me.
Straying away from my Catholic background, I began to seek 'religion' as a 'relationship' with Jesus Christ. I sought Him everyday. Started a bible yearly devotional and spent weekends in the Purpose Driven Life with my best friend. I also volunteered at the church cafe for a few months to serve in the church. I was doing a lot, and I loved it. For once, I felt at peace. I felt so comforted and loved, and it was all because I put God at the center of everything.
But then I was hit again...pretty hard this time. About a year ago, I told my parents about this church and where I want my 'religion' (Don't like that word) to go. I didn't want to be a part of a church that was all about a weekly service. I wanted a relationship and I wanted to voice it. I struggled for a while. My parents were telling me that I am going in a 'weird' direction and it is because of my boyfriend and friends. They thought that I wasn't doing anything for myself and that this church was consuming my life. So I took a break....and to make them feel better I started going to other churches...
I went to three other churches. I still got to other churches now because I love them. What I learned is that you take church with you where ever you go. Again, Christianity is about a relationship. My parents were okay with what I was doing until....I told them about the miracles I had experienced. Here I am, so excited about God's work in my life I am about to explode, and my response from my parents "Wow, you really believe that? You have changed a lot." I cried.......cried....cried....then I was dehydrated....
After all this; crushed twice, felt like I was lost again, bottom of a pit and no way out. I am happy to say, by the grace of God, I am still on an uphill slope (though from reading this you wouldn't think so). I am where I am because I chose this life. I chose to be with Jesus and I choose to believe in His work. I can tell you the amazing things He has done in my life, but know this...He will give you your own personal experiences. In the Book of Hosea, God talks about how He is going to capture her, He is going to allure her, she is going to come back to Him. God wants our attention; He is a jealous God. And from all this experience, I can see why God might throw some unfortunate things your way. He wants ALL of you. And He wants ALL of me....
Where I stand:
I am a follower of Jesus Christ, wholeheartedly in love with my Father in heaven, the Creator, the only God. I love my parents, love my boyfriend, love my friends....but most of all I love where I am at in my life. I go to church, I lead a small group of 10 girls, I read the Word, I keep Him in my thoughts, I pray, I worship, I am a nurse hoping to be a part of a health ministry and I am doing my best to LIVE a LIFE like JESUS. . . .
And everything else....is just so small compared to this. After two years of 'hypergrowth,' I am walking on God's road, following His footsteps...though I still to this day experience pain and hurt from my family and my past friends... Jesus is my foundation and in my Father I find comfort, love, and peace. Peace be with me.....
I was hurt by my friends including a broken friendship and a broken relationship. I felt like I was in the dark. I sought for Jesus and questioned God about why things are happening. I felt so much like how Job felt; I felt like I was being punished with these experiences. Though I didn't experience the extreme of Job's experience, I felt I could relate to some of his dialog. I repented and asked for forgiveness for my problems and wrongs, only to hope that I could again see the light. Though many consider 'life' to have negativity, false hopes, broken promises, horrible coincidences, and experiences of feeling like you are at the bottom of it all, I decided to look at life differently. I began a journey including God in everything I said, everything I did, and everything I wanted out of life. I got out of my relationship and began to patch up the holes in my heart. And so began my hypergrowth.
I met new friends pretty fast, many of which are from my coffee shop job I got in 2008. I was in a depression, and I was blessed with friends that got me out of it. But it wasn't until the end of 2009, that I was able to talk and get to know these friends. My closest friend brought me to her church which I love; and now I am pursuing it today. She also introduced me to my current boyfriend who is such a strong man of God and so uplifting and encouraging to me.
Straying away from my Catholic background, I began to seek 'religion' as a 'relationship' with Jesus Christ. I sought Him everyday. Started a bible yearly devotional and spent weekends in the Purpose Driven Life with my best friend. I also volunteered at the church cafe for a few months to serve in the church. I was doing a lot, and I loved it. For once, I felt at peace. I felt so comforted and loved, and it was all because I put God at the center of everything.
But then I was hit again...pretty hard this time. About a year ago, I told my parents about this church and where I want my 'religion' (Don't like that word) to go. I didn't want to be a part of a church that was all about a weekly service. I wanted a relationship and I wanted to voice it. I struggled for a while. My parents were telling me that I am going in a 'weird' direction and it is because of my boyfriend and friends. They thought that I wasn't doing anything for myself and that this church was consuming my life. So I took a break....and to make them feel better I started going to other churches...
I went to three other churches. I still got to other churches now because I love them. What I learned is that you take church with you where ever you go. Again, Christianity is about a relationship. My parents were okay with what I was doing until....I told them about the miracles I had experienced. Here I am, so excited about God's work in my life I am about to explode, and my response from my parents "Wow, you really believe that? You have changed a lot." I cried.......cried....cried....then I was dehydrated....
After all this; crushed twice, felt like I was lost again, bottom of a pit and no way out. I am happy to say, by the grace of God, I am still on an uphill slope (though from reading this you wouldn't think so). I am where I am because I chose this life. I chose to be with Jesus and I choose to believe in His work. I can tell you the amazing things He has done in my life, but know this...He will give you your own personal experiences. In the Book of Hosea, God talks about how He is going to capture her, He is going to allure her, she is going to come back to Him. God wants our attention; He is a jealous God. And from all this experience, I can see why God might throw some unfortunate things your way. He wants ALL of you. And He wants ALL of me....
Where I stand:
I am a follower of Jesus Christ, wholeheartedly in love with my Father in heaven, the Creator, the only God. I love my parents, love my boyfriend, love my friends....but most of all I love where I am at in my life. I go to church, I lead a small group of 10 girls, I read the Word, I keep Him in my thoughts, I pray, I worship, I am a nurse hoping to be a part of a health ministry and I am doing my best to LIVE a LIFE like JESUS. . . .
And everything else....is just so small compared to this. After two years of 'hypergrowth,' I am walking on God's road, following His footsteps...though I still to this day experience pain and hurt from my family and my past friends... Jesus is my foundation and in my Father I find comfort, love, and peace. Peace be with me.....
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
It Helps to Know Your Customers
The other day, at my coffee shop....just after opening at 6am, I had the pleasure of seeing my usual regular customers. One of my regulars and I got to talk for a bit...and I found out he was an orthopedic surgeon!!! My response was...WOW! I would love to work for you! And he asked me what I was in school for, and I said nursing and that I am already an RN. He said, well I will try and help you with your job hunt. We said goodbye and that was it.....
NO it wasn't!! Two hours later, I got a call from the Doc, and I was then directed to an RN at Adventist Hospital. We were able to talk for a bit and he asked to meet with me the coming Friday.
So I did!! And we talked and talked and he gave me phone numbers, passed my resume around, called people, and did all he could to find me a job in the hospital. I had a great conversation with them. Unfortunately, they had no jobs at the time. I was grateful for the experience. They asked me to keep in touch and they are going to pass my resume throughout the hospital.
So, after all that, I am praying....praying God will bless me with a job in a hospital. I am being patient and hoping that door will open for me someday :) What a great experience! :)
NO it wasn't!! Two hours later, I got a call from the Doc, and I was then directed to an RN at Adventist Hospital. We were able to talk for a bit and he asked to meet with me the coming Friday.
So I did!! And we talked and talked and he gave me phone numbers, passed my resume around, called people, and did all he could to find me a job in the hospital. I had a great conversation with them. Unfortunately, they had no jobs at the time. I was grateful for the experience. They asked me to keep in touch and they are going to pass my resume throughout the hospital.
So, after all that, I am praying....praying God will bless me with a job in a hospital. I am being patient and hoping that door will open for me someday :) What a great experience! :)
Monday, November 7, 2011
Donation Drive
Last month, I started this donation drive at my coffee shop. All donated items go to StreetRoots, Salvation Army Female Evacuation Shelter, Portland Rescue Misson, JOIN, and The Father's Heart Street Ministry. I made a flyer, got permission from my boss and the homeless shelters, and just went with it! With the help of my small group, we were able to spread the word and got another coffee shop to start the drive as well.
Over the first week, I raised over $60 dollars and got 4 blankets, 4 coats, and some clothes. That was just the first week! By the end of the month, I had over $140 raised and my guestroom in the basement was overloaded with donations; blankets, bedding material, shoes, socks, clothes, jackets, coats, and toiletries. It is amazing to see how much good there are in people. Giving is one of the most amazing things in the world. How can people not want to give? I get a high from it! :) haha
A few days ago, one of my best friends and I, went to The Father's Heart Street Ministry. We packed my subaru legacy with 6 boxes, 3 comforters, a bag of toiletries, and two bags of clothing. My car is awesome! (just had to say it).... We drove to the shelter and were immediately greeted by 5 men....all of which cleaned out my car in a jiffy! So sweet of them...and to see their faces when they saw all that we brought....my goodness, it just gives you a sense of "wow, I did something good today."
I am amazed at how many opportunities God has given me to GIVE! God will reward you when you give, especially if it is genuine and your heart is in it. If only the world knew how to give.....I ask God to bless those people who continue to bless others for with their gifts, their talents, their time, and their lives. From my personal experience with giving...it DOES make you feel incredibly good inside. It will make you want to give more :)
Over the first week, I raised over $60 dollars and got 4 blankets, 4 coats, and some clothes. That was just the first week! By the end of the month, I had over $140 raised and my guestroom in the basement was overloaded with donations; blankets, bedding material, shoes, socks, clothes, jackets, coats, and toiletries. It is amazing to see how much good there are in people. Giving is one of the most amazing things in the world. How can people not want to give? I get a high from it! :) haha
A few days ago, one of my best friends and I, went to The Father's Heart Street Ministry. We packed my subaru legacy with 6 boxes, 3 comforters, a bag of toiletries, and two bags of clothing. My car is awesome! (just had to say it).... We drove to the shelter and were immediately greeted by 5 men....all of which cleaned out my car in a jiffy! So sweet of them...and to see their faces when they saw all that we brought....my goodness, it just gives you a sense of "wow, I did something good today."
I am amazed at how many opportunities God has given me to GIVE! God will reward you when you give, especially if it is genuine and your heart is in it. If only the world knew how to give.....I ask God to bless those people who continue to bless others for with their gifts, their talents, their time, and their lives. From my personal experience with giving...it DOES make you feel incredibly good inside. It will make you want to give more :)
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Small Group and an Expanded Calling
By the grace of God and me continuing on his footsteps...I felt led to start a small group with my sisters in Christ. Incredibly amazed how this all came to be. I can't even describe my passionate feelings for this group. Knowing me, I love to lead...and what better opportunity to lead then in a God driven small group!
We started with 8 girls and now we are up to 12. We are currently reading The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren per request by the ladies. We meet on Thursday nights and have dinner together. We have time of fellowship and praise reports of the week. We talk about what we read in the Purpose and then we end with prayer.
I got to say, this group has been so encouraging and uplifting to me and to all of the ladies. I am so grateful with all this opportunity to learn and grow with these ladies. Also, we have so much fun in the process. Prayer is so divine and wonderful. Though I have struggled with prayer before, (me being raised Catholic and all), I have grown so much and I now lead the prayer meeting at the end of the night.
The way I see it, my calling of grace goes way beyond nursing itself. Lately I have become what people call a 'counselor' or a 'guide' in their lives and their decision making. Within this last week, I have had deep conversations with one of my 'guy' friends, co-worker, brother, and two of the ladies at my small group. And I got to say, I absolutely love it. I believe God gave me this energy, this patience, to take so much on and be able to touch so many lives in the process. I am currently managing a local coffee shop, I am a full-time nursing student, I am leading a homeless donation drive, I am leading a small group of 10 girls, and I am also making time for my boyfriend, my family, and people around me that need help or are struggling with life situations.......What an amazing calling of grace......So in addition to nursing, I will be posting my whole calling, my whole direction God is taking me on.
All I can say is....May God keep on leading me His Way, His Direction, His Path....so that I may please Him and glorify His name.
We started with 8 girls and now we are up to 12. We are currently reading The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren per request by the ladies. We meet on Thursday nights and have dinner together. We have time of fellowship and praise reports of the week. We talk about what we read in the Purpose and then we end with prayer.
I got to say, this group has been so encouraging and uplifting to me and to all of the ladies. I am so grateful with all this opportunity to learn and grow with these ladies. Also, we have so much fun in the process. Prayer is so divine and wonderful. Though I have struggled with prayer before, (me being raised Catholic and all), I have grown so much and I now lead the prayer meeting at the end of the night.
The way I see it, my calling of grace goes way beyond nursing itself. Lately I have become what people call a 'counselor' or a 'guide' in their lives and their decision making. Within this last week, I have had deep conversations with one of my 'guy' friends, co-worker, brother, and two of the ladies at my small group. And I got to say, I absolutely love it. I believe God gave me this energy, this patience, to take so much on and be able to touch so many lives in the process. I am currently managing a local coffee shop, I am a full-time nursing student, I am leading a homeless donation drive, I am leading a small group of 10 girls, and I am also making time for my boyfriend, my family, and people around me that need help or are struggling with life situations.......What an amazing calling of grace......So in addition to nursing, I will be posting my whole calling, my whole direction God is taking me on.
All I can say is....May God keep on leading me His Way, His Direction, His Path....so that I may please Him and glorify His name.
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Licensed
Hey blog....I haven't been on in quite awhile.....
I am now licensed Registered Nurse!! Praise Jesus!!
Right now, I am looking for an RN job! I got licensed in July so I have spent the last 2 months filling out applications online and dropping off my resumes at various hospitals, clinics, and urgent care centers....it is exhausting me with all the applying and the negative turnouts. I just got to continue and have hope :)
Basically I have been applying for jobs and working.......
Blogging will continue once I have a job and can get back with patients again!!! :)
To be continued.....
I am now licensed Registered Nurse!! Praise Jesus!!
Right now, I am looking for an RN job! I got licensed in July so I have spent the last 2 months filling out applications online and dropping off my resumes at various hospitals, clinics, and urgent care centers....it is exhausting me with all the applying and the negative turnouts. I just got to continue and have hope :)
Basically I have been applying for jobs and working.......
Blogging will continue once I have a job and can get back with patients again!!! :)
To be continued.....
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