Kemoy Ricketts, BSN, RN
I chose this career path because
I have been in Healthcare for 9 years . I decided to go into that field because I like to help people and care about the wellbeing of others. It makes me feel relevant.
I prepared for this career by
I am currently pursuing my Masters in Education in Nurse Education from the University of Phoenix. I received my Bachelor's in Nursing from Southern Connecticut State University and I am a Registered Nurse.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
The biggest challenge I have had is balancing the family with school, and work, and at the same time , meeting societies standards.
My greatest strength(s)
My strengths are my determination, self motivation and ambition. I always want to continue to better myself..
My greatest accomplishment to date
I feel my greatest accomplishment is my children. I have a daughter who is 8 and a son who is 2.
My personal/professional goals
My goal is to change my role and perhaps while remaining in Nursing , not have direct patient care, but teach patients and nursing students. Eventually I would like to get my Doctorate in Nursing Practice and teach in a university.
In order to move forward I enrolled in school and I am working to stay on top of things and provide for my family.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I am an immigrant from Jamaicaeho was always surrounded by successful, driven people.Mom was a single parent and I wanted to learn to be self sufficient.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I want to be remembered as an exceptional nurse and an empathetic, caring, nurturing nurse and person.
I participate in the following organizations/memberships
United Federation of Teachers
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I love to relax and read. I enjoy listening to music. There is not much else I have the time to do now as I am pursuing my Masters.