Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which bind them all together in perfect unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. -- Colossians 3:12-17

I have always wanted to be a nurse. Even as a young child, I knew I was destined to be a member of a profession that focused on caring for others. It’s a passion that allows me to minister to others.

I spent my freshmen year at a public university before transferring to CSU. During my freshmen year, I learned a lot about myself and the person that I wanted to be. I learned that in order for me to become that person, I needed to be in an environment that focused on learning and Christ, not secular ideals. Transferring to a Christian based university was the best education decision I’ve ever made. I am able to learn and grow, as well as have fun, in an environment that promotes and upholds Christian values.

I plan to work at the VA hospital here in Charleston. I have been working there as a student nurse tech in the ICU and I feel that this is a place that I can really learn and grow as a nurse. I’m hoping to gain experience on a med-surg unit and then become certified as a critical care nurse and return to the ICU.