💡 What does it take to not only survive but thrive in one of the toughest industries?
Meet Kim Gutierrez, a Filipino-Canadian nurse and healthcare advocate who has dedicated her career to helping others, overcoming adversity, and pushing for better working conditions for nurses. From travel nursing in the U.S. to working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic in Montreal, Kim’s journey is one of resilience, leadership, and advocacy.
She opens up about:
✔️ Why she initially hesitated to pursue nursing
✔️ The challenges & rewards of being a travel nurse
✔️ The emotional toll of working through COVID-19
✔️ Why nurses deserve more recognition, respect & fair pay
📢 Watch the Full Episode Here:
🔗 https://youtu.be/U76jomA9Vws
⏱️ Episode Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & Personal Connection
02:22 Kim's Mother's Influence on Her Nursing Career
03:55 Journey into Nursing: Inspiration & Education
07:14 Why Choose a Bachelor's in Nursing?
11:46 Travel Nursing: Opportunities & Challenges
19:56 Innovations in Patient Care During COVID-19
25:44 The Emotional Toll of the Pandemic on Healthcare Workers
27:11 The Resilience of Filipino Nurses
29:22 Lessons from the COVID-19 Frontlines
30:41 Nurses Are Not Maids: Breaking Stereotypes
34:57 How Nurses Should Be Recognized & Valued
39:07 Advice for Future Nurses
42:39 Conclusion
44:27 Asking for Your Help
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