Spring is almost here; once the snow recedes totally, it is still nippy in central Ontario. Spring has me reflecting on my retirement status and some pearls from four decades of experience. I recognized that I was building a career early in my professional life — drawn from my own […]
There have been quite a few words written and spoken about how, in terms of its advanced degrees, nursing will no longer be designated as a professional degree. Now, even Nightingale described nursing as an art and a science. The Baccalaureate, one of the most demanding undergraduate degrees, emphasizes technical […]
This is the first year I do not carry the title of RN. I am retired and enjoying it, still possessing the knowledge, judgment, and empathy from my previous career. That came to light when a friend was out of province with her spouse, who had a stroke. The ability […]
As a Registered Nurse we have many skills and knowledge application that are needed, none more than political advocacy and action. We all engage in political action whether it’s in a small domain or a legislative body we’re obliged to carry out our democratic duties. Show up to vote, gain […]
Life of a Nurse 