PICU

The census at the hospital has been unusually low this year for a variety of reasons, this means I've been working about half of my shifts. Not an ideal situation as I have really wanted to work as much as I can now before we start getting kids. At times, I've struggled with wondering if I should schedule myself for twice as many shifts but then there is always the possibility that I would actually have to work all of them. When I was called off from the ICU yet again one morning, I spent that time in prayer, praying for peace and remembering that God is in full control of my situation. I came away from that quiet time reminded that I don't have to strive and that God knows my needs better than I do. I simply need to be still, trust in Him, and focus on the truth and His promises to me. Later that same day, my boss offered me the opportunity to cross-train to the pediatric ICU if I was interested. I couldn't get over how good God is to me, He always provides at the exact right time. I've accepted this offer and start the training process this Tuesday. This is definitely out of my comfort zone but since God appears to be opening a door, I'm going to walk through it. I'm nervous as I don't like doing procedures on kids, it's very hard for me to find the balance of emotionally separating myself in order to do my job. However, on the other hand, I'm looking forward to the challenge as I learn a whole new set of skills. I was so set on being an ER nurse throughout nursing school....funny how things turn out. God's plans are not my plans and yet His plans are ALWAYS best!