I am a U.S. Navy veteran who worked in cybersecurity for over a decade, but with much self reflection I realized my true passion was in healthcare. That led me to make a big change—I’m now in nursing school, working toward becoming a registered nurse. After, I will begin the journey toward my ultimate goal of becoming a nurse practitioner. My time in the Navy and in tech taught me leadership, discipline, and problem-solving, which I now bring to my journey in nursing. In my free time, I love to crochet and go antiquing—there’s something really special about creating with my hands and discovering the stories behind old treasures.