The person I have chosen for this interview is my mother Carri. Carri is a VA nurse where she has been doing this job for many years. She graduated from SMCC with her BSN/RN and a few years ago, graduated with her masters from SNHU. My mother has been my biggest inspiration since I have been wanting to follow in her footsteps all my life. 

One reason I chose my mother for this interview is because I wanted to hear more about her process of wanting to become a nurse. My mother has never had another job, when she started working, she worked as a CNA and was continually helping others since she was able to make money. I want others to hear that becoming a nurse is something that’s more than making money, and it takes someone important to do it. 

Another reason I chose my mother for this interview is because Nursing takes a lot of hardwork and dedication to do. The schooling is tough, so I want to see more of the process of the challenges of nursing school, but also how different it might have been in the 90s. And throughout her nursing career, has there been a specific moment that she has felt a sense of accomplishment that might have changed her perspective of being a nurse. 

The last reason I chose my mom for this interview is because I wanted people to hear that you can do so much more with nursing than most think. It’s not like other jobs where it’s a repetitive job. You’re able to change the field you are in. For example, my mom was a VA nurse, she now works from home for the caregiver support programs for the VA. I also wanted to hear her advice as her own daughter will be joining the same career path as her. 

Overall, my mom being one of my biggest inspirations, I am curious to dive deeper into why she wanted to be a nurse, moments of accomplishments or doubts, how roles can change, and so much more things that go into being a nurse.