What is your job title/role at Scottish Rite?
I am a registered nurse in the Rheumatology/Infusion clinic and as needed in the Inpatient Unit. When I am working in Infusion, I help the patients get settled and comfortable, start their IV’s and monitor the patient until they are discharged after receiving their medications. When I work in Rheumatology, I room the patient, get them ready to see the provider, do medication teachings for the families and whatever else the provider needs for the patient.
What is the most fulfilling part of your job?
I enjoy getting to know the families that come in, sometimes even seeing them weekly, and watching their child get better.
What makes Scottish Rite a special place to you?
What makes Scottish Rite so special is the patients and their families. I adore getting to know them and watching their progress. There is nowhere else with this specialized pediatric patient population, so it is truly special! I also have some amazing coworkers who keep me laughing and smile every time I work!
What made you choose a career in health care?
I read the autobiography of Clara Barton in the 6th grade and how she founded the American Red Cross. From that moment on, I knew I wanted to become a nurse.
What is something unique you get to do in your position?
We start the process of transitioning the patient to adult care, and as a result, we get to see them grow into young adults managing their disease. I still hear back from a few after they graduated.
What’s your favorite thing to do outside of work?
My favorite thing to do outside of work is hang with my family. I have three boys. The oldest is 18 years old and at Texas A&M University, my middle son is 14 years old and youngest is 12 years old. I am usually busier on my days off with my younger sons’ activities.
Do you have any hidden talents?
I wouldn’t call this a hidden talent, but I have become a pretty good cook these past few years.
Where are you from and what brought you to DFW?
I am from Waxahachie, Texas.
If you could travel to anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
If I could travel anywhere, I would travel to Spain. I have been before, but I want to go for extended vacation to study the architecture and art.
If you had to pick one meal to eat for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
I am a big fan of all sorts of dips, so I could probably live off chips and dips!
What was the first concert you attended?
My first concert was George Strait. My mom would take her friends, my sisters and I to George Strait concerts on New Year’s Eve at the Reunion Arena. I have the fondest memories of those concerts.
What movie do you think everyone should watch at least once?
I am partial to comedies, and my favorite – no matter what time of year it is – is Christmas Vacation.
If you were to have a movie based on your life, which actress/actor would you choose to play your character?
I would probably choose Leslie Mann; she is funny to me and a little crazy.
What is some advice you would give your younger self OR what’s the best piece of advice you’ve received?
I would tell my younger self to pay better attention in high school and stop getting distracted!
