I came to ATA because I’m in the Connect program and to take the fire rescue course here at the ATA. I choose fire rescue because I like to help people out in situations that they are facing in their life. Also, at the ATA, we do a lot of hands-on and verbal materials in the fire rescue course and pass all of the certifications to become a firefighter. My other goal is to go to Horry Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) for my Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). In a few years after I get my EMT I will go back to HGTC for my Paramedic License and get paid to do this type of work every time I’m on shift. Analyzing as a firefighter has revealed that it suits my Introvert, iNtuition, Thinking, Judging (INTJ) personality. My Visual learning style, and my skills are doing hands-on materials. However, A will have to improve a little bit more communication to others in my field to be…
I am hoping to work as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a clinic setting. I am hoping to be extremely flexible with schedules and always have my genuine smile on my face so that families will want to come to me for preventative treatment. Besides implementing effective treatment, as a nurse practitioner I also want to educate my patients about their illnesses so they can take charge of them. I believe patient education is a key element in patient care. Not only will it give them control over their lives, it will also lessen their fear and anxiety. As a nurse practitioner I will strive to empower and equip my patients with knowledge through each visit in hopes that together we will make tomorrow a better day.…
When considering my attributes as a medical school applicant, I am convinced that I would be a great fit for the Creighton University School of Medicine community. As mentioned in my previous response, I am from a Christian background and intend to continually pursue my relationship with God throughout my years in medical school. Seeing as though Creighton is founded in a religious tradition, my belief in God makes me an excellent example for the reinforcement of the Catholic tradition. My heart has been set on the pursual of good and helping others since a very young age which has led me to a career in medicine, a character trait that fits in well with Creighton University’s endeavor to improve the human condition. As well as my religious background and heart to serve others, I place a lot of emphasis on self-discipline and strive for excellence in all aspects of my life.…
"Make a difference today for someone who is fighting for their tomorrow"-Jim Kelly. Growing up residing in a small, under populated rural area I noticed how my community lacked access to health facilities and providers. Noting that this was a necessity to have, yet so scarce, I decided that being a health care provider was the career for me. I grew up always surrounded by the health care setting; my mother was a Lab Technician who worked with several Physician Assistants. I was often in her office during after school hours of my elementary/middle school years.…
In order to attend a medical school, the student must complete a four year bachelor’s degree prior to submitting an application. Most pre med students tend to major in a science since medical school is focused on science. ”Majoring in the biological sciences is desirable because not only is it interesting, it is also very convenient since most biological science majors have already incorporated all the medical school prerequisites”(Edward Chang). But student can also major in english, political science or business but it won’t help…
“Curiosity is one of the permanent and certain characteristics of a vigorous intellect.” The curiosity that Samuel Johnson refers to in this quote is something that I feel itching at me every day, especially since I have begun my journey in the world of medicine. Through my experiences, I have realized that Internal medicine is the field in which I will be able to use my compassion towards others, not only to help them, but also to constantly nourish my own curiosity for medical knowledge.…
When I was six, I was determined to become a doctor, a lawyer, and a zookeeper. I was quite the ambitious child. When I started school, it was clear I was not like the other children. When the teacher described a concept, I wanted to know the minuscule details. When the science teacher taught about Alexander Fleming and Louis Pasteur, I wanted to know how they determined their studies and how they chose their research methods.…
My whole childhood has climaxed to this crucial point of my life- my first footsteps into the world of medical science. I soared past elementary, middle, and high school in the hopes of becoming a professional in the healthcare industry, and what were once dreams is now becoming a reality. My general education classes at UCSD have trickled down to more specialized courses particular to my major, human biology. I have always appreciated the vastness of the human body and the many ways it can manipulate treatments to increase its performance and efficiency. Applied Medical is an advanced technological medical company that uses the skills of people with a wide range of backgrounds, such as engineering, clinical research, multimedia design, finance, and more, to create progressive minimally invasive and general surgical instruments. Applied…
I am interested in pursing the major I chose above because I have developed a passion for medicine through my own health obstacles. I suffer from Chronic Migraines, which has caused me to spend a great deal of my life in doctor's offices. Positive experiences with my doctors lead to me idolizing them as a young child; so much so that I memorized the every bone in the body at the age of five. This passion stayed alive and well as I grew older, however my admiration began to transition from the doctors themselves to the subject. This all stemmed from my own health; I wanted to know exactly what was happening with my body and why. Now, I want to dedicate my life to the subject and possibly be the doctor that inspires someone to discover their…
As a phlebotomist and young college student, I knocked on the door to find my fourth chemotherapy patient of the day unresponsive. It was my first “code blue.” A team of healthcare professionals rushed into the room and my attention was directed towards the physician assistant (PA) who was leading the team as he implemented advanced cardiac life support protocol. Witnessing the empathy, compassion and wisdom of the PA as he updated the family on the care plan for the patient, while spending the time to explain to the family and ensuring that all questions were answered strengthened my desire to develop the same compassionate interactions with a family and patients as a PA.…
Nursing is a very challenging and interesting career which involves hard work and commitment. Since I started studying Health and Social Care, my interest in Nursing has grown. This has inspired me to study Child Nursing as I believe that my studies can be practically applied. I am also keen to make a difference to people’s lives, whether caring for children or supporting parents. My interest in and appreciation for this career has been encouraged by family members who work in the NHS, and who have made me aware of its less glamorous side, as well as the positivity of caring for others.…
I started a family at a fairly young age that includes my two beautiful daughters who before preschool, were diagnosed with a learning disability at the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resource System South (FDLRS). I dedicated my life to ensure my daughters were enrolled in the best schools and programs available. I faithfully attended their Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, to support their learning development and education career. During these sessions I was extremely impressed by the collaboration and dedication of everyone involved on the panel. Throughout the process I felt as if I were a part of the IEP team, working towards all of their achievements. I am proud to have assisted with my daughters’ process in becoming…
During the first year post graduation I need to take and pass my licensure exam in July. After I pass my licensure exam I hope to find a full time, part-time or PRN job at an acute care or a long term care facility. During this time I am going to be adjusting to my first job as a PTA, so I am not going to get any extra certifications at this time. It is going to be important for me to continue researching and learning about different types of diagnosis and patients I may have to treat so I am well prepared to give these patients the best PT experience possible. In order to do this, I will do research on patient with diagnosis I am unsure of. I would also like to continue to expand my knowledge of therapeutic exercises. In order to do this I will continue to research exercises online and on HEP to go, as well as learn from other PT and PTA’s I work with. During this time I would like to find a class on manual therapy to help me improve my manual therapy skills. To find a manual therapy class I will get online and look for courses, which there is some information online offered by Myofascial release treatment centers and seminars. I will just need to see if PTAs are…
There are many instances in the recent past that will affect me greatly in my educational pursuits at Colorado Christian University. I am currently employed as a full time nurse and have been for the better part of the last five years. In that time, I have worked in several different settings; I’ve worked acute care, critical care, obstetrics, pediatrics, emergency care, and long term care. No matter what setting I’ve worked, I’ve noticed that my personality and faith play a big role in the care I provide my patients. Another key component that affects the care I provide is my knowledge; I am always looking for ways to expand that knowledge. In the past, I haven’t put a lot of effort into my schooling. However, with my growing experience as…
On this scorching hot summer day, I climbed exhausted through the bumpy, mosquito-infested path to the run-down Tanzanian orphanage, anxious and unsure of what to expect. My mind was pacing with questions and scenarios: Will I be capable of helping the orphanage distribute malaria vaccines? Will handing out mosquito nets be hard? What if the children don’t like me? What if I get fired? What if I hand out the wrong vaccine? What if somebody accidently dies? A half hour later, these questions were momentarily forgotten as I was being served scrambled eggs and Peri-Peri chili sauce over fries while listening to the orphanage director, Mr. Genoshi, talk about his medical experiences in giving emergency aid to Rwandans during the Tutsi genocide. In the following weeks, I spent hundreds of hours in sweat, distributing mosquito nets and anti-malarial vaccinations to orphans and local villagers. By the end of the trip, I realized how much I enjoyed giving medical aid to less-fortunate individuals. It was the smiles on the orphans’ faces when I provided them with food, stories, and vaccination shots that made me decide to pick the medical field.…