My studies at Augustana have provided me with clinical experience in areas of orthopedics, neurology, pediatrics, cardiology, pulmonary, intensive care, gastrointestinal, hospice, home care, surgery, and eCare. My education has focused on instilling the importance of demonstrating professional behavior and accountability in all interactions in the clinical area, applying understanding of concepts from theory and prerequisite courses to clinical practice, demonstrating critical thinking and sound clinical judgment when providing care, and displaying leadership and management. Along with my education, I have four years of experience working as a nurse’s aid both in a hospital and nursing home setting. My experience as an aid has prepared me well with understanding a nurse’s roll as well as perfecting specific skills in patient care.