Lake Charles Memorial offers a fun and educational visit to 12 of our departments to give high school and college students a glimpse of what it’s like to pursue a career in healthcare. Interested students are invited to come explore an array of opportunities to make a difference in their community. Skyler, a local high school student, recently got to explore her interests in healthcare. Skyler spent three days walking alongside Memorial staff members and was inspired by the many areas in which healthcare careers impact the community—some that are highly visible, and some that are hidden but are just as important. She enjoyed learning from the nurses in the ICU, as they taught her about the equipment and terminology used in caring for the most critically ill patients. While visiting the pediatric floor, she learned how to properly use personal protective equipment in various patient environments. Unexpectedly, she was able to get an up-close view of a stent used to open arteries and learn about how the cath lab staff and physicians save lives with such a small device. She spent time behind the scenes in case management, medical records, laboratory, nutritional services and service excellence. Along the way, she met several physicians as she learned more about clinic operations. While there were many areas of interest, a surprising revelation was the interworking of the clinical engineering department. While the staff explained in great detail the functions of medical devices and systems working together, Skyler described feeling a sense of community. “I felt like I belonged, and I felt like it was my team while I was there,” Skyler says. After meeting many passionate and knowledgeable staff members, Skyler will remember that no matter what path she follows, the field of healthcare will always have a place for anyone who wants to make a difference. Window to healthcare Giving students a glimpse of their potential careers Experience a day in our shoes Ready to see what a day in the life of a nurse looks like? How about Human Resources, Physical Therapy, Health Information Management or even Marketing? High school and college students interested in a career in healthcare may apply. Students under 18 must have parental consent. Visit lcmh.com/windowtohealthcare or scan the QR code to learn more. You can also call 337-494-3213 or email volunteerservices@lcmh.com. lcmh.com 17 Skyler pictured with Michael Ardoin, Assistant Administrator, and Shana Scales, Vice President of Human Resources.
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