Nurse Rita

A LETTER TO MYSELF
5 YEARS POST-GRADUATION

Five years ago, I walked out of the School of Nursing with more than a certificate as a Registered Nurse; I carried courage, discipline, and a quiet determination to rise, no matter the odds. The journey was not easy. There were moments of exhaustion, self-doubt, and sacrifice, yet I stayed focused. I showed up even when it was hard. I chose resilience over excuses and growth over comfort.

Today, I stand as a Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife, Registered Public Health Nurse, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) holder, actively working in a Health Care Institution, where competence, empathy, dedication, vigilance, and compassion are required daily. I have grown from a student striving to pass exams into a professional trusted with lives, decisions, and critical care. Each shift has strengthened my confidence, sharpened my clinical judgment & leadership and deepened my commitment to excellence.

I am proud of how far I’ve come; not just for graduating, but for continuously pushing myself to learn, expand my skills, and create impact beyond the bedside through health education and service. I honour the sacrifices, the long hours, and the silent perseverance that brought me here.

This milestone reminds me that focus, consistency, and faith truly pay off. I am still becoming, still growing, and still rising, and I am proud of the professional I am today.

Above all, I return all glory to God, the Author and Finisher of my journey. In moments of strength and in seasons of weakness, He remained faithful. When the path was unclear and the load felt heavy, His grace carried me through. Every achievement, every open door, and every step forward is a testimony of His mercy and guidance.

I am grateful for the wisdom, protection, and favour that have sustained me thus far. As I step into the future, I trust God to order my steps, enlarge my capacity, and use my hands, mind, and heart to bless lives. With Him leading, the journey ahead is secure, purposeful, and filled with hope.

With love, gratitude, and admiration,

Registered Nurse
Registered Midwife
Registered Public Health Nurse
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

RN, RM, RPHN, BSN
EKOH OGOCHUKWU RITA

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