@simonesean

Fueled by passion from miles beyond

I had no strong ambition to become a nurse when I was young. Having excelled at math in high school, I knew I wanted to be an engineer. My mother, however, persuaded me to pursue a path in nursing because it was something she had wanted for herself in college but had difficulty in doing so due to financial constraints. She saw this direction as an opportunity for me to fulfill her frustrated dreams and create a better life for myself. Her sacrifices and struggles became the driving force behind my decision to push through this pathway. Over time, I started to appreciate the track I was taking. Witnessing the compassion, dedication, and impact that nurses have on patients' lives deeply resonated with me. I then realized that nursing was not a mere career; it was, in fact, a special calling. 

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My NCLEX story

I took my NCLEX exam on Nov. 17.2023. There were so many SATA questions that I didn't know how to feel, if I should be happy? That, as they say, indicates that my nursing judgement is being tested and that I'm on the right track. But hey, it was so difficult that I wanted to cry.

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