This past couple of days I've been speaking with Mrs. Charla Buford Johnson who has won an amazing honor. She is a relative of Mrs. Alexander and Mrs. Buford and is also a Bethany alumni. She graduated in 1984 and is currently a Registered Nurse who practices specifically in Orthopaedics focusing on Muscular Dystrophy. Not only does she do that but she is progam coordinator of the Orthopaedic Service Line. She coordinates the surgical experience of patients who are undergoing joint replacement and spine fusion surgery. She currently works at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and was chosen to recieve Louisiana State Nurse Association Nurse of the Year Award. I've had the pleasure of speaking with Mrs. Johnson and she told me more about this wonderful acheievement and some wise words to Bethany students.
Firstly I asked her, more about the award and what it takes to win it and she replied:
"I was the recipient of the Louisiana State Nurse Association Nurse of the Year award. I was nominated by my peers for the impact I have made at both the local and state level on healthcare issues and in nursing; demonstration of the art/science of nursing; demonstration of clinical expertise; evidence of continuing education; mentoring; and participation in professional organizations. The candidates for this award were judged by professional nurses across the country who serve in leadership roles for other State Boards of Nursing and organizations including the American Nurse Association. There are over 44,000 nurses in the state of Louisiana so it was quite an honor."
She also has some advice for you Bethany Students:
"Never sell yourself short. God gives you gifts and talents beyond your own natural ability to achieve the things He has called you to accomplish. Choose a career that inspires you…it takes passion to accomplish the work."
She also said to always represent yourself in your career with with integrity, a high level work ethic, and remember learning doesn’t end at high school it is a life-long journey.
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