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WBL Internship: Montrose Regional Health - Emergency Department
WBL Internship: Montrose Regional Health - Emergency Department
The Colorado Department of Education defines "Professional" using the following descriptors:
time & work management
career literacy
grit and resilience
work ethic; dependable and reliable
My Personal Definition:
When I think of the word professional I think of someone who is not only good at what they do, but someone who represents their employer and career well. Being a professional means putting your all into your job and your clients every day.
My Future Plan & Career Statement:
My Future Plan & Career Statement:
I plan to become a flight nurse and a Firefighter/Paramedic. I want to be able to help people as much as possible. After high school, I want to go to college to get a bachelor's in nursing and then do the bridge from RN to paramedic to get my paramedic license. Once I'm out of school, I want to go through a fire academy and work at a fire department and in an ER or ICU for a couple of years before looking for jobs with flight companies.
Current Experience:
Current Experience:
I am currently in PLTW Biomedical classes at Montrose High School, which have helped me learn a lot about the medical field. I'm also in the COS class, which has given me the opportunity to intern at my local fire department and Emergency room. These classes have taught me how to persevere until I reach my goals and have shown me my passion for medicine.
Goals I set for myself:
Goals I set for myself:
Critical thinking/Problem solving: I wanted to be able to figure things out by myself without having to ask for help in case people were busy or I was doing something by myself. This helped me become more confident in my abilities and less nervous when doing things by myself
Informed risk-taking: I wanted to be able to learn as much as I could about my career and to do that I had to get out of my comfort zone to do and see some things that scared me. This helped me become confident in my career choice and my abilities
Global/Cultural Awareness: I wanted to be aware of how different people react to certain things and how they can be affected differently. This helped me better relate to the patients I was working with
Career Q&A
Career Q&A
Q: What is your name?
A: Morgan Taggart
Q: Where do you work?
A: Community Hospital in Grand Junction
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Providing support to individuals during pivotal moments in their lives and offering assistance to those who are unwell is a privilege, and I am deeply honored to be able to aid them during these challenging periods. The position can be challenging both emotionally and, at times, intellectually, however the reward of having a patient trust me with their care is worth this potential toll.
Q: What do you like least about your job?
A: It can be particularly challenging when faced with patients whose conditions exceed the scope of our assistance. We also frequently serve as a support system for patients seeking an outlet to express the difficulties they are encountering. Establishing a clear boundary between professional and personal life poses a challenge, as I often find myself unable to disengage from thoughts about patients whom I could not help once I have concluded my work duties.
Soft skills I focused on:
Soft skills I focused on:
Networking
Confidence
Patience
Critical thinking
Responsibility
Problem solving
Q: How did you get this job?
A: When I first applied for this position, it required more nursing experience than I currently had. However, I believe that reaching out to the manager, explaining my interest, and being persistent was extremely advantageous in securing this relatively coveted position as a Float Pool nurse in the Baylor program.
Q: How many hours a week do you work?
A: As a nurse in the Baylor Program, I work as a float nurse for two night shifts a week. This program requires us to fill the most challenging positions to staff, which are the Friday and Saturday night shifts. In return, we receive an extra 8 hours of incentive pay each week, so although I work 24 hours, I get paid for 32 hours. Additionally, as part of the program, I am on call every 4th Sunday
Q: Besides your education, what do you think makes you successful at your job?
A: The combination of education, a diverse career trajectory, and the capacity for critical thinking has been instrumental in shaping my role as a nurse. However, I firmly believe that the most crucial attribute contributing to a nurse's effectiveness is empathy. As nurses, we are granted the privilege of being present at the inception and culmination of life, and it is imperative that we approach these pivotal moments with the gravity they deserve. Acknowledging the unique position we hold, wherein our patients place their trust in us, is essential. Despite the challenges inherent in our profession, the intrinsic value of being a nurse remains undeniable.
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