last day.

July 17, 2007- my last day of duty at Taguig Pateros District Hospital.

During my duty at TPDH, my skill in taking vital signs (Temperature, Respiratory Rate, Pulse Rate and Blood Pressure including the weight of the patient) has definitely improved. I learned the strategy and technique in taking it without really following the steps taught to us in our skills laboratory… I also learned how to assess different patients with different cases and complaints. I have encountered all ages except for the pregnant woman. I was not given the chance. Maybe on my next rotation. =D I know for some this is not a big deal or a great experience gained but for me, having improved on something is such a great achievement. It boosted my confidence in mingling and dealing with other people as a student nurse and it made me physically and emotionally prepared for the future cases that await me. My experience in this hospital became my baseline to be competent in my chosen career.

It feels so good whenever people think of you as a reliable health care provider. It feels good whenever they ask questions and you could see in their faces that they realize that you are correct and thank you for that. It feels fulfilling for being about to help and serve people with the little things that you do. It eases my tiredness, stresses and pressures to know that they look up to you, knowing that you are just a student nurse.

~ I experienced to insert and IV fluid to my classmate and vice-versa. It is nerve-racking and at the same time, it feels gratifying.

Posted by: Dianne Peña | 07-19-2007 | 05:07 AM
Posted in: Rhapsodies