Dimple's Discoveries

I am working as a CNA for the last time (I know I've said that before, but I'm heading back to school to begin my new job as an admissions counselor on campus, so now it's official) and I had forgotten: forgotten how satisfying it is to help a patient, to provide for their needs, to leave them happier than when they called you; however, I had also forgotten how utterly frustrating it can be to be unable to provide the care you would personally love to give, how aggravating it can be to run for 9 hours and feel like you haven't even made a dent in the cares you should, how emotional it can be to stand by the bedside of someone in pain and realize you could have cared for better had you only had the time. Missing one of my friends named, but I'll post a picture once he and I take one together! :) But most importantly I found that I had forgotten what treasured friendships I have at my job. I have a coworker who I love dearly who is like family to me, and she is ...

What is the definition of a caregiver? Someone who toilets patients and changes them and answers call lights? Someone who deals with old people? Someone who wears scrubs and gets yelled at? Well that all is true, but to me the definition of a caregiver is a lot more than that. To me a caregiver is someone who lovingly cares for someone as if they were their own loved one, through tough times, through pain, through frustration and loss, to be a shoulder to cry on, a friendly hug when necessary, a listening ear when someone needs, and a cheerleader for good times. :) This week I noticed how I get to be a listening ear constantly. I have just barely added a new job title to my resume--administrative assistant. I have been doing paperwork, running little errands, etc. for the administrator to help her catch up on some work around the office. It means that I can wear high heels to work (what?!) have normal office hours, and not run for any call lights. It also means some much needed rest ...