(Disclaimer: this is so awkward to write. I presume you already know who I am. Maybe we were friends in the past? Maybe you are in HR and trying to suss out if I am worth calling? [You should!] Maybe we worked together in the past and you are trying to figure out why a software engineer would change jobs to become a nurse?)
What I am *currently* up to (non-work related):
I moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania!! After living most of my life on the West Coast, it was time for exploration and change. My partner and I chose Philadelphia for many reasons, but primarily because it feels like a good fit. (Trust me that one former and one current software engineer have a very detailed algorithm behind such a big move. I’ll spare you the details.) We are having so much fun exploring new cities and cuisines, and making many new memories.
I’m still chasing my photography hobby, thought it was somewhat sidelined by the intensity of my first RN job. I also enjoy my sweet suite of escapism: reading, watching basketball, going on hikes, and restarting my meditation practice for the 1,291st time.
What I am *currently* up to (work related):
I am so proud that I started my nursing career at Fred Hutch Cancer Center in Seattle. There were so many dedicated, kind people that I worked with along the way from a practicum student to a full-fledged chemo-certified infusion nurse. I carry pearls of wisdom and lessons into my next role that are tributes to all the hours spent in the presence of such compassionate providers. Oncology is a very unique specialty, and I will carry some folks in my heart for the rest of my life. I come to Philadelphia ready for new challenges, and am currently looking for the right fit.
What I *used* to do:
Previous to my pivot into health care and nursing, I was a software engineer. Or rather, a “code slinger” or “software ninja” or “Ruby wizard” or whatever inane tech bro phrase you want to use. It was a time, and I have DeepThoughts™ about it. Just know that from those experiences, I have a deep understanding of what works for me and what doesn’t. My time in tech is an era of deep personal growth and intellectual stimulation, and I do not have a single regret.
I also have a different Bachelor’s (of Arts) degree. I previously attended the University of Washington and graduated in 2010 with a major in Communications and a minor in Women’s and Gender Studies. During my time on the UW campus, I was a student lead for IT support for the whole UW community. We helped folks with everything from voicemail to dial-up modem support (I KNOW! IN 2010!?!).
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