Hi! Hello!

My name is Maggie Chin and I want to welcome you to my blog! 

A little about myself.

First off, I already lied to you guys. My real name is Regina but please call me Maggie! Maggie is actually a nickname I’ve had since literally the day I was born. I can tell you that fun short story later. I am 24-years-old and I am probably one of the shortest people you will virtually meet. I’m 4’9” over here, no, actually down here, and yes, I get the question, “are you tall enough to be a nurse?” from time to time. I just respond, “maybe not, but my license qualifies me to be one!” Patients really get a kick out of that. I grew up in a Filipino household with very Asian parents. I know, I know, following that Filipino stereotype, but what can you do? It’s a great career! I am an avid Target goer, my favorite color is yellow, I am mom to a 16 year old weenie dog, and a coffee enthusiast!

My journey to becoming an RN was not an easy one, 'cause girl, that shit was hard. I graduated from California State University, Long Beach in 2019 and started my new grad career at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. I am a cardiac nurse, which I never thought I would be, but that’s another story for later. I have been an RN for 3 years now, and although I still have much to learn, come with me on my journey as I grow as a nurse and become the best version of myself. Everyone’s experience is different, but I just want to share my story and advice and guide those seeking help and comfort.

You might be asking yourself, “Why are you starting a blog about nursing?” My blog is primarily focused on nursing and all the blood, sweat, and tears we all went through to get that license. Mostly, it is to vent, have fun, and hopefully help someone along the way. I want to be another support system for those in or entering the field, because no one quite understands the struggles of a nursing student like a former nursing student! Follow me to the light at the end of the tunnel. Then through the next, because there’s always another tunnel and another light. 

Don’t worry, I’ll help you find that light!

<3 Maggie