My Background
My career path has been shaped by both my professional training and the hands-on experiences I've gained along the way. I grew up surrounded by caretakers. My grandmother was a Nurses Aide, my mother a nurse practitioner. I knew early on that I wanted to follow in their footsteps. At just 10 years old, I was helping my dad check his blood sugar because he's insulin dependent and afraid of needles. Those moments taught me compassion, patience, and the responsibility that comes with caring for others. I started my career as a medical assistant in 2015 in urgent care. The exposure to many different ailments made me yearn for more, so I furthered my education as an LPN, wanting to strengthen my skills and knowledge in patient care. Each step- whether clinical or behind the scenes- has shaped me into the nurse I am today: someone who values both the science of medicine and the human connection that makes it meaningful. And as I look ahead, I'm excited to continue my journey in nursing, building on this foundation to grow even further in my profession. I believe every challenge and opportunity I've faced so far has been preparing me not just to do the work, but to make a difference and that's exactly the kind of nurse I intend to keep becoming.
Where I Shine
I shine most in my ability to connect with people. Whether it's a patient who is nervous about a procedure or a coworker who needs support, I have a natural way of making others feel calm, cared for, and heard. I bring patience, empathy, and the brightest smile to every situation. At the same time, I'm highly organized and detail- oriented, which allows me to manage multiple responsibilities without losing sight of the big picture: delivering excellent patient care.
What Brought Me Here
What brought me here was losing faith in conventional medicine and the way it often overlooks the human side of patient care. I wanted to be part of a place where compassion and connection matter just as much as treatment plans. Over time, I realized that true healing is about more than prescriptions - It's about helping the body restore balance and supporting it to heal itself. That's what integrative medicine stands for, and it's what excites me about being here at TMC. It allows me to show up for patients in a way that goes beyond pharmaceutical tactics, offering care that treats the whole person, not just their symptoms.
Where I Find Peace
I find peace in the simple, grounding things in life like spending time with my family, getting lost in a good book or singing. Music is the biggest outlet for me- It's what I turn to to reset my mind and spirit after a long day. Those little rituals keep me balanced and remind me why I chose this path in the first place.
