"I have always been passionate about working with the geriatric population. For many, the nursing home is their home for many years and possibly the rest of their lives, so I enjoy caring for them and making a difference. I also like to build long-term relationships with residents, and it's hard to do that in a hospital setting where you treat new patients every day and never really have the ability to get to know them."

"When I was in nursing school, I did clinicals at the hospital and a nursing home, and I found that I loved working in a nursing home setting. I like the long-term care units, but I prefer to work with those on the sub-acute unit and help them transition from the hospital to eventually back home. I enjoy seeing their progress through therapy and rehab services and getting to know them during their time with us."

Yes, I do. I have over 10 years' experience working in the nursing home setting. I started out as a CNA, became and RN and worked the floor several years and then became a nurse manager. I have left the nursing home and tried different settings and each time I find myself wanting to come back. I enjoy the geriatric population so much and I find working in the nursing home so rewarding.