Interviews

Things are going so well for me in the job search, though nothing is permanent yet.  I had a phone interview for possible teaching opportunities at Indiana University's College of Nursing.  I told the associate dean that I am more interested in teaching their labs (basic nursing skills, assessment, and critical care multi-systems) and precepting students in the clinical setting over giving a lecture at this point.  I said I'd like more experience before getting into the formal classroom setting.

I was thrilled then to talk to the other hospital in town and set up an interview for their critical care and emergency department.  Though I was offered a job in the small hospital, it frightens me to come from a place that has multiple resources available to a small place where I am sort of on my own.  It would be a welcomed challenge and I am excited if that is where God places me, but I'm keeping my options open for now.

Dan defends on Wed, so we are just thrilled that this transition is happening so smoothly.  We are not looking forward to the literal move, but we are so excited for this next chapter in our life.  We have been in Cincinnati 8 years and since it is a college town, we have seen a lot of friends move on and move away.  We have hit that season and it will be hard to say goodbye to those who will remain here.  Dan and I started our married life together here and Cincinnati will always have a special place in my heart for that and our academic careers as well.  As we turn the page and start the new chapter, we will look back at our time in Cincinnati with fond memories.