Literary Arts Magazine Spring 2012 | Page 91

Nurse Aide Training The reason Why I want to be a nursing assistant I have always been drawn to helping people, I guess. I’m just a born nurturer. Since I can remember I’ve always loved people and helping them with their needs. I come from a long line of caregivers. I had the good fortune to work in this field since age 19. I’ve worked as a caregiver for some very interesting people; Holocaust survivors to company CEOs, doctors, and lawyers. This was just off of love and willingness to help the human race. I had no proper book knowledge until 2004. I received a home health certificate which opened up more doors in a professional setting. But, all along I wanted to further my education in th R