My Future Plans: What's Next
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In a recent blog post I talked about how some of my plans have placed on hold and ever since I have been trying to figure out what I should do next. Well, I've been thinking and here is my updated to do list for the year 2009:
- Obtain my motorcycle endorsement
- Register for my concealed handgun license
- Start to study for the CCRN test
- Apply for Medical Teams International disaster relief team
- Travel to Nicaragua on a medical team
Let's be honest. I was a complete idiot my freshman year of college. I bought a motorcycle, drove it around without a license or insurance, and eventually wrecked it and subsequently lead to the placement of two pins in my wrist and a cast for 8 weeks. This time I am going to do things right. The amazing weather has inspired me to ride again but this time legally.
To obtain my concealed handgun license (CHL) I need to take a hand gun safety class, perform a background check, and register with my sheriff’s office. This topic may be controversial to some but to me it’s multifactor. I, 1., believe that it is an American right to bear arms, 2., I want to be prepared to save a life if need be, and 3., it’s something new to learn and be trained on. Please leave your anti-gun comments. I would enjoy a good debate. ;-)
The Critical Care Registered Nurse test is a way to exemplify you proficient in direct bedside care to acutely or critically ill patients and their families. If one were to pass this test it’s demonstrates that you have mastered certain skills, knowledge, and abilities that distinguish you as a critical care nurse. This certification is highly recognized. While it does not provide any direct benefit for my current position it could be used for further endeavors. You must be a critical care nurse for two years before you may take the test. Only one year left, I better get to studying!
Since I won’t be able to work as an aeromedical evacuation nurse any time soon I have decided to apply for Medical Teams International disaster relief team. This organization assisted in the Tsunami relief and has groups all over the world helping those in need. If hired I would fly into disaster zones and assist in any medical care that would be required. This seems like a suitable replacement for the time being. Hopefully I will be hired onto the team and hopefully be called into action.
Finally, I have plans to travel to Nicaragua in November to help install a clean water system on the island of Ometepe. We will be there for two weeks working in conjunction with Health Bridges International, who I worked with in Peru, and with Natural Doctors International. While there I would work in a medical clinic and apprentice my Grandpa on the installation of the water filtration system. Plans are still in motion but I will keep everyone updated on this blog.
Well those are my short term plans listed in a too long of a blog.
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