I realized I wanted to be a nurse when I was in my
early teens, living in Trinidad. I can still remember
the joy I felt after helping to deliver a puppy. I helped
a tiny living animal come into this world. The process
gave me such a feeling of gratification and I took to it
so naturally. Then, my grandmother became ill, she
needed care and I stepped up to the plate. I took it upon myself to make
sure she took her medicine, got her rest, and was comfortable during her
recovery.
My sister, who has been a registered nurse at Brigham and Women’s
Hospital for ten years, recognized my strength for taking care of people and
has encouraged me to continue my education in nursing. She advised me to
watch the Health Discovery Channel to reinforce the importance of well-
trained nurses. The series involved patients facing medical emergencies and
how critical the role of a trained nurse was for their recovery. The program
followed their health care from the time he or she was admitted to the
hospital until he or she was released in good health. This program has
broadened my overall knowledge of the roll of a nurse and how necessary a
good education is to achieve a nursing degree.
Nursing is an essential piece of the puzzle in the medical field. A nurse’s
role in hospitals or working in an elderly care facility is an integral part of
healing the patient physically and mentally. For almost two years I was
responsible for the care of an elderly woman who suffered from
Alzheimer Disease. When I was able to make her laugh or smile, it made the
job so worthwhile for me and only reinforced my need for a better education
and more hands on in the healing of the body. I also volunteered for the
Horizon Initiative Community, helping to take care of kids of all different
races and backgrounds. Once again confirming that nursing seemed to be in
my future.
It was almost two years after I moved to the United States from Trinidad,
that I started taking courses at Bunker Hill Community College. The science
courses have totally I fascinated me, especially anatomy. Tracing the blood
flow through the body reinforced how amazing our bodies are and how
much there is to learn. There were a lot of students who were nursing
majors in my class and I was intrigued by their conversations on the
educational process and challenges of nursing. Thanks to my exposure to
health care and my sister’s encouragement, I am confident enough to pursue
my dream of being a nurse. These past experiences have helped me realize
that I was meant to be a nurse, and I will be one of the best.
Fariyda Mulrain
early teens, living in Trinidad. I can still remember
the joy I felt after helping to deliver a puppy. I helped
a tiny living animal come into this world. The process
gave me such a feeling of gratification and I took to it
so naturally. Then, my grandmother became ill, she
needed care and I stepped up to the plate. I took it upon myself to make
sure she took her medicine, got her rest, and was comfortable during her
recovery.
My sister, who has been a registered nurse at Brigham and Women’s
Hospital for ten years, recognized my strength for taking care of people and
has encouraged me to continue my education in nursing. She advised me to
watch the Health Discovery Channel to reinforce the importance of well-
trained nurses. The series involved patients facing medical emergencies and
how critical the role of a trained nurse was for their recovery. The program
followed their health care from the time he or she was admitted to the
hospital until he or she was released in good health. This program has
broadened my overall knowledge of the roll of a nurse and how necessary a
good education is to achieve a nursing degree.
Nursing is an essential piece of the puzzle in the medical field. A nurse’s
role in hospitals or working in an elderly care facility is an integral part of
healing the patient physically and mentally. For almost two years I was
responsible for the care of an elderly woman who suffered from
Alzheimer Disease. When I was able to make her laugh or smile, it made the
job so worthwhile for me and only reinforced my need for a better education
and more hands on in the healing of the body. I also volunteered for the
Horizon Initiative Community, helping to take care of kids of all different
races and backgrounds. Once again confirming that nursing seemed to be in
my future.
It was almost two years after I moved to the United States from Trinidad,
that I started taking courses at Bunker Hill Community College. The science
courses have totally I fascinated me, especially anatomy. Tracing the blood
flow through the body reinforced how amazing our bodies are and how
much there is to learn. There were a lot of students who were nursing
majors in my class and I was intrigued by their conversations on the
educational process and challenges of nursing. Thanks to my exposure to
health care and my sister’s encouragement, I am confident enough to pursue
my dream of being a nurse. These past experiences have helped me realize
that I was meant to be a nurse, and I will be one of the best.
Fariyda Mulrain
MASPAN has developed a scholarship fund to assist the membership with
professional development. We offer scholarship money toward the pursuit of
advanced degrees, certification, ongoing continuing education at ASPAN and
MASPAN Seminars.
Have you been considering taking the certification exam to become a CPAN or
CAPA? Is this your year to recertify and need assistance? Have you always wanted
to attend National Conference but find that your hospital cannot assist you in
covering the costs? Are you thinking of going back to school for your BSN/MSN?
Consider applying for scholarship assistance.
The MASPAN Board of Directors has established criteria to determine eligibility and
to assist them in the selection process. If you have been attending MASPAN
seminars regularly, recruited a new member, written an article for the newsletter, or
had fun putting together a gift basket for a seminar raffle, you are definitely in the
running!
Please review the application and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to
assist you in your professional growth.
Massachusetts Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses Scholarship Application
professional development. We offer scholarship money toward the pursuit of
advanced degrees, certification, ongoing continuing education at ASPAN and
MASPAN Seminars.
Have you been considering taking the certification exam to become a CPAN or
CAPA? Is this your year to recertify and need assistance? Have you always wanted
to attend National Conference but find that your hospital cannot assist you in
covering the costs? Are you thinking of going back to school for your BSN/MSN?
Consider applying for scholarship assistance.
The MASPAN Board of Directors has established criteria to determine eligibility and
to assist them in the selection process. If you have been attending MASPAN
seminars regularly, recruited a new member, written an article for the newsletter, or
had fun putting together a gift basket for a seminar raffle, you are definitely in the
running!
Please review the application and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to
assist you in your professional growth.
Massachusetts Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses Scholarship Application
Nursing Student Scholarship
MASPAN offers a student nurse scholarship to assist a nursing student who is
currently enrolled in an accredited program towards a nursing career. This is a
wonderful opportunity to invest in the future of the profession and introduce a
student nurse to the opportunities that await them in their professional
organizations.
Do you have student nurses currently working in your area? How about a nursing
assistant who is working in your unit and is struggling to meet the demands of
nursing school as well as a work schedule.
Please encourage them to avail themselves of this opportunity. I am quite sure
they will be touched by your mentoring and personal vote of confidence.
Massachusetts Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses Nursing Student
Scholarship Criteria
MASPAN offers a student nurse scholarship to assist a nursing student who is
currently enrolled in an accredited program towards a nursing career. This is a
wonderful opportunity to invest in the future of the profession and introduce a
student nurse to the opportunities that await them in their professional
organizations.
Do you have student nurses currently working in your area? How about a nursing
assistant who is working in your unit and is struggling to meet the demands of
nursing school as well as a work schedule.
Please encourage them to avail themselves of this opportunity. I am quite sure
they will be touched by your mentoring and personal vote of confidence.
Massachusetts Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses Nursing Student
Scholarship Criteria
Donations to MASPAN Scholarship Fund
Have you ever considered giving a donation to the Scholarship Fund? Here are some
opportunities to consider. Perhaps you would like to honor a colleague in your unit
who is retiring or leaving your unit for a new job after years of service. What better
way to show your appreciation for their contributions to the nursing profession than
by donating money to advance another’s professional development.
Having difficulties generating ideas to celebrate PeriAnesthesia Nurse Awareness
Week? Consider raising money for the Scholarship Fund both to promote
PeriAnesthesia Nurse Awareness Week and at the same time provide an educational
opportunity for a fellow colleague or student nurse.
Providing assistance to others contributes to further development of our specialty
organization, ensuring that we will continue to foster high standards in the years to
come.
MASPAN will acknowledge your donation in our Newsletter Publication Mayflower
Donations may be sent to: Maureen McLaughlin
MASPAN Treasurer
24 Hayward Road
Acton, MA 01720
Have you ever considered giving a donation to the Scholarship Fund? Here are some
opportunities to consider. Perhaps you would like to honor a colleague in your unit
who is retiring or leaving your unit for a new job after years of service. What better
way to show your appreciation for their contributions to the nursing profession than
by donating money to advance another’s professional development.
Having difficulties generating ideas to celebrate PeriAnesthesia Nurse Awareness
Week? Consider raising money for the Scholarship Fund both to promote
PeriAnesthesia Nurse Awareness Week and at the same time provide an educational
opportunity for a fellow colleague or student nurse.
Providing assistance to others contributes to further development of our specialty
organization, ensuring that we will continue to foster high standards in the years to
come.
MASPAN will acknowledge your donation in our Newsletter Publication Mayflower
Donations may be sent to: Maureen McLaughlin
MASPAN Treasurer
24 Hayward Road
Acton, MA 01720
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Congratulations to Fariyda Mulrain MASPAN Student Nurse Scholarship Recipient 2009 Fariyda received a $500 award and a one year Student membership in the American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN) which includes a one year membership to MASPAN. Here in her own words, she relates why she chose nursing as a career. |
MASPAN Scholarship Funds