Hobbies/Sports:
Hunting; Camping; Participating in outdoor activities
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree, University of Texas, Magna Cum Laude (2008)
Affiliations Awards:
Emergency Nurses Association; National Honor Society
Charity:
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Number Of Years In Profession:
8
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her perseverance and the support she received from her grandfather.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her personal experiences within the field of health care.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Monitoring; Evaluating and assessing patients; Conducting floor checks; Mediating between staff members; Resolving issues; Processing patient discharges; Managing hospital flow
Education Certifications:
Pursuing Certification in Emergency Room Nursing; Registered Nurse (2000)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Folkens intends to maintain a work-life balance.