Introduction

My name is Cassandra Elston. I received my ADN from Ventura College in May 2000. I worked in med-surg during my first 3 1/2 years as a registered nurse. I made my way to where I am now by working in a pediatric unit for 1 year and then postpartum for 6 years. Finally I have been working at my dream job in the NICU at St. John’s Regional Medical Center for the past 4 years. That is where I would like to continuing working with my BSN. I have found the CSUCI RN to BSN program challenging, however I feel the degree that I will be receiving in May 2016 is of great worth. Since I started this current journey to obtain a higher degree, I have not had much time to do what I really love, which is spend time with my family and paddleboard. I have been married for 25 years. We have been blessed with 3 kids and 2 grandchildren. Our 25 year old son is married, has a 6 year old daughter, is in the Army, and lives in Alaska. Our 24 year old daughter is married, has a 18 month old son, and attends Ventura College.  Our 16 year old son is a Junior at Rio Mesa High School, and is on their water polo and swim team. My dog is a 6 year old Shitzu named Jaylee.