We have not built a profound understanding of the role of the nurse in various healthcare settings. Or, maybe the circumstances has led the society to a shallow understanding of the professional role/s of the nurse.
Author: renz tamayo
Pen Point 24
Whenever you apologize, do it the right way and for the right reasons.
Pen Point 23
It's really hard to choose the right people to trust. We almost end up with regret for trusting the wrong people. Inevitable. But we can always tread with caution.
Top Ten Lines Lousy and Incompetent Managers Would Say
Good leaders, like good managers, provide vision, inspiration and direction (Morriss, Ely, & Frei, 2014). People want leaders who pursue goals and put emphasis on values (ethics) that are deemed important. People want leaders who respect and promote the dignity, autonomy, and self-esteem of their constituents. A job title doesn't make a person a leader. … Continue reading Top Ten Lines Lousy and Incompetent Managers Would Say
Post-duty thoughts
Aside from mutual trust and respect, an open and honest communication is key to a 'successful relationship' (including friendships). But how do we even measure 'success'? Based on the number of years lived together? Number of children? Number of events attended together? Or maybe the influence of the relationship and other related factors to one's … Continue reading Post-duty thoughts
Anniversarius: 2017 Year in Review
The end is the beginning and the beginning is the end. The past year was a series of anniversaries, endings, and new beginnings. In this blogpost, I present the highlights of my year - my own version of #2017bestnine. I'll do away with very long wordy blogpost which I did in the previous year. This year, … Continue reading Anniversarius: 2017 Year in Review
Thoughts on the Philippine film industry
There are good movies but there are better ones. Depends on how you define 'good' and 'better'. I just don't like shaming one or two movies because it lacked visual appeal, social relevance and impact. For every film that's out in the market, there's a director, production team, and a set of artists who definitely … Continue reading Thoughts on the Philippine film industry
Pen Point 22
In our line of work, sometimes, self comes first before others.
RSA 2 of 2
December 18 marks the END of my TWO-YEAR RETURN SERVICE. Two years ago, I started working as a research assistant at Health Futures Foundation, Inc. Seven months after, I left the organization to become a staff nurse at the Philippine General Hospital. I believe I have completed my RSA and is now therefore "free" of … Continue reading RSA 2 of 2
Pen Point 21
It's not when and where but why and how you get there.
Pens & Needles 