Journey of a Lifetime [Hardcover]

Mary Ellen J. Brown (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 17, 2003

This book tells of one nurse's career and life throughout a period of years. Many changes in the care of patients and the profession of nursing are documented. The travel and adventures met in the United States Air Force portray this person's journey. Stories about places from Washington State to South Carolina; England, Japan and Vietnam are included. One section is devoted to research concerning touch and back massage. Types of nursing, life experiences, the education required are mentioned. Perhaps this autobiography will encourage others to seek nursing as a career.

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About the Author

Mary Ellen Brown is a retired registered nurse who has spent most other nursing career in the United States Air Force. She spent her early civilian years as a bedside nurse. While enjoying teaching and contact with students, time was taken increasing her --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 340 pages
• Publisher: Xlibris Corporation (December 17, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401092217
• ISBN-13: 978-1401092214
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,968,713 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT BOOK A MUST READ, January 22, 2004

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This review is from: Journey of a Lifetime: Forty Years of Nursing (Paperback)

Excellent view of forty years of nursing a very interesting book enjoyed from cover to cover A must read if you are a nurse been in the military know the OVGH hospital in Wheeling WV this book was a delight