I perform eight straight hours of physical labor with a minimal break; I lift people that weigh twice my weight; change soiled briefs; and take punches, kicks and harsh demands without ever complaining. I work in the Alzheimer’s and Dementia unit which is probably the most laborious and difficult unit to work in. It requires kindness and a whole lot of patience. Working as an aide has taught me to be patient and loving to the elderly people I care for, because they truly have no control over their behavior or actions. Being an aide has taught me to find an equilibrium between stern and kind, sensitive and professional, and through this I have learned the true reward of being a healthcare worker; helping those who are unable to help themselves. I believe that these experiences and skills have opened up the doors to the field of nursing and will truly benefit me in the pursuit of furthering my education as a Registered