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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nHow long have you been in this position?<\/h2>\n
This July will be 9 years. I have been here since day one. (ABBCI opened in July of 2013).<\/p>\n
Tell us more about what you do to support patients.<\/h2>\n
I assist them by getting them a wheelchair if they need it, by giving them a ride to their cars, or by transporting patients that have appointments in another building. If I take them to another building, I will also pick them up when they are finished with that appointment. I escort patients to where they need to be in the building, I don\u2019t always just point them in the right direction, but rather say, \u201cfollow me\u201d and I show them the way.<\/p>\n
Is there one story that sticks out in your head about a patient you can share? <\/h2>\n
Not one in particular \u2013 it just feels good when patients come every day and I get to know them and they get to know me. One patient nominated me to the American Cancer Society, and I was taken aback by that because all I did was talk to her, kid with her, and joke with her. I was honored to receive that award.<\/p>\n
What is the most challenging part of your job? <\/h2>\n
I know people come here and they are scared. The \u201cC\u201d word, cancer. I want to make the patients feel at home and let them know there is nothing to be scared about and that I am here with you. I want to tell them that I am here every day, if you need anything\u2026give me a call. I do see that after some time patients become more at ease once I talk to them. I tell them to stay positive and hope for the best.<\/p>\n
If someone was applying for a similar position, what would you tell them about the work? <\/h2>\n
You have to be flexible and open-minded. It is different from some jobs. Here everyone is different. You are going to meet different people: some are grumpy, some are open, and some are quiet. It\u2019s a challenge to adapt to each patient and sometimes I succeed and sometimes I fail. You just have to make them feel welcome and at home. When patients are done, I tell them\u2026I will see you at the mall.<\/p>\n
What is a job accomplishment that you are proud of?<\/h2>\n
I am a three-time healthcare hero recipient. When a patient is done with their treatment, they fill out a survey and some patients choose to make donations to the LGH Foundation in honor of someone. I have had this honor three times. Considering what all the patients have gone through to think that they took the time to nominate me, warms my heart.<\/p>\n
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