When Care is Your Calling
Mel, offering nursing care with a heart of love.
Sometimes, we meet amazing individuals like Mel on the toughest days.
He says his passion is bringing comfort and care, and his life’s purpose is deeply rooted in nursing.
Born in the Philippines, Mel worked tirelessly to earn his nursing degree.
But with few opportunities at home, he moved to Ireland, and eventually made his way to America.
This isn’t a story about immigration or attracting talented people—though we were fortunate to gain Mel, and many others, in this way.
This is about nurses, and the dedicated, complex lives they lead. Mel admits nursing is hard, but says he wouldn't want to do anything else.
Last week marked both Teacher and Nurse Appreciation Week. One week isn’t nearly enough to recognize the depth of their contributions.
Teachers help people like Mel discover their purpose.
And nurses are there for us when we need them most.
