workforce
be able to support their families. So, really, I love every aspect
of my job.
That’s awesome. So, I tried to think what a day would be
like for you guys. You’re on your feet all day, what’s the
footwear situation?
I would recommend runners.
Really, is that what you would generally wear?
No, I don’t generally wear them, but I would recommend them
as comfortable shoes if you’re going to be a nurse. Get used to
wearing runners and being on your feet all day.
What other advice would you give to aged care nurses or
nurses potentially entering the profession?
I guess the natural progression would be to become a residential
services manager or perhaps another role which will enable me to
improve the lives of the elderly.
So, a little bit more light-hearted now. What are your three
favourite films?
Titanic, Snatch and No Man’s Land.
Nice. Snatch is a good one. What was your first concert and
what was your most recent?
The first one was overseas – it was a German band in
Austria but I don’t remember what they were called. I was
very young. And my last one was either Lenny Kravitz or Kanye
West, but I couldn’t tell you which one.
You are the residents’ advocate and therefore must at all
times work with integrity and dedication and a duty of care.
You get to build relationships with the residents and their
families and see them through from admission to the end
of life. You don’t get that in many other fields of nursing.
And you have those days which can feel difficult but the
population group that you are helping really makes those
days worth it. Both good choices. What’s the best holiday you’ve been on?
You mentioned your MBA before, so what’s the next step in
your nursing career? Anything that involves spending quality time with my family and
friends, and I do love a good road trip or a hike somewhere. ■
It was when I went back to Serbia to see my family after 16 years of
being apart.
What’s your ideal meal?
All food is my favourite, I don’t discriminate!
That’s not a bad answer! And lastly, what’s your ultimate
day-off activity?
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