On a mission for my mission

Variety's mobility bike presentation
From www.varietyofgerogia.org

Although I always knew I wanted to get a degree, for many years I was clueless as to what major to choose. Life has taken me in so many directions – insurance, real estate, software, and yet I never felt passionate about a job but for certain aspects of it. That all changed when I started working as program coordinator for a non-profit organization, Variety - The Children’s Charity of Georgia. Variety helps children with disadvantages and disabilities and it has been the most fulfilling jobs I’ve ever had.

The passion for helping others along with the exposure to the health field my whole life – my father is a dentist/surgeon, my sister a registered nurse, my grandfather a doctor – played a major role in my decision. I was never one to fear blood and was always ready to help in the event of any emergencies around me.  


Besides the fact that I live 10 minutes from Kennesaw State University, I have heard great things about their nursing program. Back in 2003, I took a couple of classes and really enjoyed it so the decision of going back to KSU wasn’t hard. Compensation was also a contributing factor, especially because I speak 3 languages and there is a huge demand for multilingual nurses. I’m still unsure what field to pursue - pediatric/neonatal, emergency room, or anesthetist, nevertheless, I finally found my calling and I am determined to chase it. 
 



From http://nursejournal.org/registered-nursing/rn-careers-salary-outlook/

"Average Registered Nursing salaries for job postings in Georgia are 14% higher than average Registered Nursing salaries for job postings nationwide. The average salary ranks 5th among states in the country. There were also job openings from employers like Amedisys, Inc., St. Francis Hospital, Fresenius Medical Care, and Crisp Regional Health Services." (NurseJournal.org)

At my 38 years of age, I am starting over to fulfill what I believe to be my mission in life. To be able to help others and make a difference in people’s lives is extremely gratifying to me, and I could not be more excited to start my new journey.