Amber came to PVCC with a desire to pursue her second career. She was inspired by the nursing care her Mother received while battling cancer. Amber was working at John C. Lincoln at the time and they had a partnership with PVCC. She was fortunate to be selected for this opportunity. She attended classes both on the PVCC campus as well as at John C. Lincoln. Nursing school was very challenging and Amber appreciated instructors Jean Dorsett and Cheryl Cipriano. They both were invested in the success of their students and often lent an ear to students and were committed to provide support and guidance. Amber enjoyed the ease with which she was able to maneuver about the campus, easy to locate classrooms and the free, readily accessible parking. Amber often recommends PVCC to others due to its great location, nice and safe campus and the instructors’ expertise and support of their students. Amber’s path since graduating from PVCC has been varied with ten years working in the neo-natal unit of a hospital to a stint as a nurse traveler. Then she decided to return to school to obtain her second Bachelor’s degree. She left bedside care for an opportunity to diversify her experience. Amber now works from home in what is considered “home health care” in the specialty of neuromodulation providing care to people with “intrathecal pumps.” Her passion around mental health and death and dying led her back to school to work toward a Master’s degree in Integrative Care, Mental Health and Wellness with an emphasis on Grief and Bereavement. Amber strives to be an advocate for her patients as she believes, "Even if they have a disease process, they can still live their life to the fullest." Clearly, Amber is a lifelong learner committed to advancing her knowledge and understanding while giving back to others.