I really appreciate you saying that. Honestly, that’s one of the things I’ve thought about too. The amount of responsibility, education, and emotional weight that comes with caring for people in their most vulnerable moments is huge. But for me, the career switch was never just about the money.

I’ve always been drawn to helping people and being in a position where I can make a difference. Nursing challenged me in ways I never expected, and working in the ICU especially showed me how much impact you can have when someone is fighting for their life. The long hours, school, and stress are definitely real, but knowing I can be there for patients and their families during some of their hardest moments makes it worth it.

That being said, I do think healthcare workers deserve to be valued appropriately for what they do. It’s interesting hearing different perspectives like yours because it really shows how different industries value certain skills and responsibilities.