Why I Want To Be A Patient Coordinator
Four years ago, I started a job working in the healthcare field as a Patient Coordinator. Like many of my peers, I was unsure of what direction to take in life that could land me a fulfilling and enjoyable career. The position I hold now has not only helped shape me as a person, it has pushed me to seek higher education. I deal with many patients from all walks of life, and one of the most valuable traits my job has instilled in me is compassion.
In my workplace, I am surrounded by many positive role models consisting of mainly Nurses and Respiratory Therapists. Most of whom, have years of experience working with patients. They are able to provide me with guidance and support. They have also taught me tactics to deal with irate and emotional …show more content…
The skills I have learned from my colleagues are skills that I try to not only use at work but also in everyday life. Simple things such as listening to others, practicing selflessness, and thinking before you speak can make a big difference for someone who needs an empathetic ear.
The unfortunate issue when working in public health, is some of the people you see don’t always realize you are trying your best to help them. Many of the patient’s frustrations get taken out on the healthcare workers treating them. When I first started my job, I recall one gentleman who was just beginning his treatment, and he was enraged due to the fact that he came in on the wrong day for his appointment and we were unable to …show more content…
There are many different jobs for Nurses to choose from. Regardless of the work environment, I believe one of the most important things that should remain constant for health care providers is the compassion they show towards their patients. I have heard of many Nurses becoming fatigued which in turn results in them becoming irritable and unenthusiastic. To avoid this from happening I believe it is important to have a healthy balance between work and home life. Co-workers I have encountered in the past that have been indifferent towards patient care seem to have a higher turn-over rate and seem to work less efficiently than others. One of my co-workers attempted to deter me from becoming a Nurse, stating that “all Nurses end up hating their jobs”, and that I should choose something more enjoyable. I hope I never share the same views as this individual because if you cannot be proud of your job, then how can your patients be confident in the care you provide to
In my workplace, I am surrounded by many positive role models consisting of mainly Nurses and Respiratory Therapists. Most of whom, have years of experience working with patients. They are able to provide me with guidance and support. They have also taught me tactics to deal with irate and emotional …show more content…
The skills I have learned from my colleagues are skills that I try to not only use at work but also in everyday life. Simple things such as listening to others, practicing selflessness, and thinking before you speak can make a big difference for someone who needs an empathetic ear.
The unfortunate issue when working in public health, is some of the people you see don’t always realize you are trying your best to help them. Many of the patient’s frustrations get taken out on the healthcare workers treating them. When I first started my job, I recall one gentleman who was just beginning his treatment, and he was enraged due to the fact that he came in on the wrong day for his appointment and we were unable to …show more content…
There are many different jobs for Nurses to choose from. Regardless of the work environment, I believe one of the most important things that should remain constant for health care providers is the compassion they show towards their patients. I have heard of many Nurses becoming fatigued which in turn results in them becoming irritable and unenthusiastic. To avoid this from happening I believe it is important to have a healthy balance between work and home life. Co-workers I have encountered in the past that have been indifferent towards patient care seem to have a higher turn-over rate and seem to work less efficiently than others. One of my co-workers attempted to deter me from becoming a Nurse, stating that “all Nurses end up hating their jobs”, and that I should choose something more enjoyable. I hope I never share the same views as this individual because if you cannot be proud of your job, then how can your patients be confident in the care you provide to