Andrea Borras-Reed
Nursing Graduate from Unitek
For me school has always been an option; it was just a matter of gaining the finances to do it. Being a mom at an early age, I wanted to set a good example for my kids and provide them with the life that I knew they deserved. Working in the healthcare field has always been a dream for me; it was just a matter of making it my reality. The first time I inquired about attending the nursing program at Unitek, financial aid was not available, and at that time I didn't have enough money. Because of the financial aspect, I decided to start off as a CNA. Once I was working as a CNA, I realized how much I wanted to be a nurse. My patients would often tell me how good of a nurse I would be and how they admired my resilience. Once I started attending school for my LVN, I became more confident, not just as a student, but as a person. I started believing in myself, knowing that I could make a difference was enough to drive me to keep going through the difficult tasks set in place. Once I graduated from Unitek, my degree allowed me to obtain jobs that would have been impossible to secure without education. Attending school has also inspired me to be the leader that I was destined to be.
Throughout my journey, I have been blessed with phenomenal relationships that have provided me with a great support system. In addition, I have been able to connect with people from around the world who share the same love for nursing, and for that, I am forever grateful.