{"id":999,"date":"2021-02-17T19:30:21","date_gmt":"2021-02-17T19:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trocaire.edu\/about\/february-alumni-spotlight-jennifer-coker-16\/"},"modified":"2021-09-20T15:27:52","modified_gmt":"2021-09-20T15:27:52","slug":"february-alumni-spotlight-jennifer-coker-16","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trocaire.edu\/about\/february-alumni-spotlight-jennifer-coker-16\/","title":{"rendered":"February Alumni Spotlight: Jennifer Coker &#8217;16, &#8217;18"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"247\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignright wp-image-20877\" src=\"https:\/\/trocaire.edu\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/feb-spotlight-2-805x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\">Name: Jennifer Coker<br>Grad Year:&nbsp; 2016 (PN), 2018 (RN)<br>Program: Nursing<br>Current Title: Registered Nurse Case Manager, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hospicebuffalo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hospice Buffalo&nbsp;<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In Her Own Words:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What led you to the Nursing Program at Trocaire? Why did you want to explore the healthcare field?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>&nbsp;I began my nursing education in the practical nursing program at Trocaire. I was very impressed with the support and education provided to me by the professors in the program. When I decided to go back for my RN, I knew that Trocaire was the best place to further my education. I\u2019ve wanted to be a nurse since I was young, to be able to care for those in need.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;Describe your Trocaire experience. What does Trocaire mean to you?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>My Trocaire experience taught me patience and gave me the knowledge and hands on skills I needed to be the best nurse that I could be.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the most important thing you took away from Trocaire? Were there any obstacles or challenges to obtaining your education?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>The most important thing I took away from Trocaire were the lifelong friends and relationships I formed with fellow nursing students. The challenges I faced while in nursing school include working full time, having 3 children under 5, and gallbladder removal surgery in the middle of my last semester. I thank God everyday for a loving and supportive husband, who allowed me to focus and work hard to pursue my dreams of becoming a nurse. I also felt extremely supported by the staff at Trocaire who encouraged me and helped me navigate through these obstacles.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trocaire.edu\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/08\/feb-spotlight-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20876\" width=\"414\" height=\"474\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do you do now and why do you love it?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>I am currently a case manager for Hospice of Buffalo. I love my job and enjoy going to work everyday. The relationships I have with my patients and their families are irreplaceable. Being a hospice nurse is something I can\u2019t put into words; it is such a blessing to be able to comfort and support my patients and families during one of the most difficult and emotional times of their lives.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Any advice you like to share to new nurses or someone interested in Trocaire?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>My advice to Trocaire students would be to never give up, even if it feels impossible. The hard days and long nights are temporary&#8211;it\u2019s all worth it once you walk across that stage and receive your degree!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Name: Jennifer CokerGrad Year:&nbsp; 2016 (PN), 2018 (RN)Program: NursingCurrent Title: Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice Buffalo&nbsp; In Her Own Words: What led you to the Nursing Program at Trocaire? 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