CITY AND STATE: Huntington, West Virginia
TELL US ABOUT THE NURSE: Peyton is our daughter and new to nursing. She graduated nursing school in December 2020. The impact she has made on my life is tremendous as I watched her navigate her dream of becoming a nurse. I always wanted to be a nurse, but couldnât do the work she did. Her caring, compassionate and funny personality makes her an excellent candidate for the position. We are so proud of you, Peyton. You followed your dreams and never gave up. Happy Nurses Week to you! We love you. Mom & Dad.
CITY AND STATE: South Point, Ohio
TELL US ABOUT THE NURSE: Kristinâs high school years were interrupted by a chronic medical condition. During an extended stay at Kingâs Daughters Medical Center she developed a special understanding of the vital role filled by the nursing profession. She especially appreciated the empathy exhibited by caregivers already tasked with great responsibility. Late night discussions, joking around, a special treat, brushing hair â all non-clinical tasks, but somehow Kristinâs nurses found the time for some special attention to lavish on their teenage patient. After graduation Kristin took advantage of a full scholarship to Shawnee State in Portsmouth, Ohio. She was determined to devote her professional life to helping other people needing care and compassion. Her doctor, despite his reservations, saw how Kristin was determined to complete the nursing program. Together they got through it. Long commutes, treatment protocols, and financia
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Nursing students from Marshall University are inducted into the Nu Alpha Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society during its 29th annual induction ceremony April 13, 2021, at the Memorial Student Center on the school s Huntington campus.
Photos courtesy of Nancy Elkins
Photo courtesy of Nancy Elkins