Elena Concepcion Ortega

I decided to attend Florida International University because I knew it was a very respected university. I also had other colleagues who were going there. I really wasn't sure what I wanted to do, and at one point, I thought I wanted to become a pediatrician. I realized that nursing dealt with more hands-on care and had a holistic approach. Nursing didn't only focus on the medical aspect, it encompassed everything regarding the patient. I decided to switch over to pediatric nursing. I really feel that a person's job or what a person decides to do in life should be something they really love. My passion has always been caring for and giving support to children. The degree I got from FIU allowed me to not only care for children but also teach future nurses how to care for children. The faculty was great because they guided and supported me. I had a lot of good mentors there, and I later worked with some of them. I currently teach at FIU as an adjunct faculty member. I was able to continue developing, growing, and supporting others.