Lois
actually started nursing school when she was 22, but put it on hold to raise her family. When her husband retired from the military, their family settled in Tucson.
Lois' two older boys were in wrestling and after the eldest, Chip, blacked out and hit the floor breaking his jaw, something BIG happened in all the chaos and trauma...Lois re-enrolled in nursing school at age 45.
When asked what she likes most about her work, Lois responded,
"First I couldn't do this work without such an amazing team. Their support keeps me going."
She added,
"I love working with the patients. I find the most challenging cases to be the most fulfilling. This is when I know I have really made a difference!"
Working together as a team is important to Lois. She understands a holistic approach to medicine encompasses everyone, spiritual counselors, social workers, the CNAs, and of course the patient and their loved ones.
In 2019, Lois made a few new year's resolutions including the one we all make...exercise more and lose weight. Spending more time with family is number one. Since recently taking on a new management position at Harmony Hospice, Lois added, "I'm going to continue to appreciate and love my job....allow myself to grow and move past my comfort zone."
Lois has been married to her husband Joe for 31 years. They have 3 sons. During Joe's military career they lived all over the United States. Joe's position with Edward Jones has allowed them new adventures including a recent river cruise on the Danube. They've already finalized an upcoming trip to Italy.
Relaxing is important to anyone working in healthcare. Lois uses guided imagery to help her find comfort and calm. She likes to binge watch Netflix too! The one word that Lois uses to describe herself....
"Blessed."
