Path Journal of Nursing

Finding Purpose in Survival: A Second Chance to Inspire Others

Sean faced heart, kidney, and respiratory failure at 55—but survived against all odds and found his purpose in nursing. His story is one of resilience, gratitude, and second chances.

Submitted by Sean McGuire

My Professional Path as a Nurse

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When I was a little girl, I’ve always been fascinated to see nurses in white uniform. I have this inner desire that nursing is something that I really wanted to do. Eventually, I enrolled in the nursing program and finished my degree. I started working in medical area and I learned that to be a nurse you have to be caring, patient, integrity, intelligent, have a compassionate and listening ear, and always seek knowledge for advancement.

Submitted by Ruby Z. Chu, RN, MSN/ED, CCRN

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