From Hobbyist Photographer to Nurse: Seeing Healthcare Through a Different Lens
When I tell people I’m a nurse who loves photography, I often get a curious look. At first glance, those two things might seem worlds apart—one is a science-driven, fast-paced profession focused on patient care, and the other is an artistic hobby about capturing moments. But for me, photography and nursing aren’t separate at all. […]
Self-Care for New Nurses: Finding Your Own Rhythm in a Fast-Paced Career
Starting out as a new nurse can feel like jumping into a hurricane. There’s the constant buzz of alarms, the rush to answer call lights, the whirlwind of tasks—and in the middle of it all, you’re expected to be calm, cool, and competent. When I first graduated and stepped onto the floor, I quickly realized […]
Crisis at the Bedside: What I Learned from Volunteering with Stop the Crisis Philly
When I first got involved with Stop the Crisis Philly, I didn’t really understand how big of an impact it would have on me—not just as a student, but as a future nurse. The organization, which aimed to combat the opioid crisis through community outreach and Narcan training, was one of the most hands-on, eye-opening […]
Nursing with a Lens: How Photography Helps Me See My Patients More Clearly
Long before I ever considered becoming a nurse, I was drawn to photography. I picked up a camera as a teenager, mostly to capture the places I traveled with my family and the way the light hit the lake near our home in North Jersey. I didn’t think of it as anything more than a […]