Alyssa Reynolds (C/O 2027): Obtaining a professional certification: 6 points
Obtaining a professional certification: 6 points Getting my nursing assistant certification was one of the ways I’ve been able to gain hands-on experience in the healthcare field and get an opportunity to work with patients. Being a nursing assistant is a very rewarding job since it teaches you how to communicate with patients, function within the healthcare system, and care for people with varying needs. However, nursing assistance requires lots of effort physically and emotionally, especially in cases where one may have to take care of multiple patients at once or patients who require a lot of assistance. My work as a nursing assistant ties in directly with my Health Sciences courses and my objective of becoming a physician in the future. Through working in the hospital, I am able to apply what I learn in class in a practical environment. This experience has strengthened my interest in medicine and given me a greater appreciation for every member of the healthcare team. I plan to co...
