Meet Samuel Duray, a staff nurse at Twyford Ward- Hyperacute Stroke Unit, with 12 years of experience.
Specialising in stroke care helps Samuel feel connected to his father, whom he cared for after a stroke for four years.
- Who or what inspired you to become a nurse?
I decided to pursue a career in nursing after my grandmother, father and mother all died of stroke at a very young age. I didn't want to toll the same line, So I decided to go into healthcare.
- What keeps you passionate about nursing?
The feeling of been able to help someone in his or her down moment, just keeps me going. It makes me feel like a superhero.
- What inspired you to specialise in caring for patients with stroke?
Will say destiny, I am a nurse of many skills after working in several departments in my career, but the stroke unit feels different. I nursed my dad with stroke for 4 years and that was the time I feel I had more conversations and a father to son moment with him. So, working in a stroke units bring back that feeling and connection every day.
- What are the most rewarding moments you experience when supporting patients and their families?
When I can make them understand what is going and reassure them. Last but not the least when we are able to care for the patient for him to get back to his daily routine without been a burden unto family.
- What advice would you give to someone considering a career in nursing today?
You should be ready to learn and communicate well, build patience and be very skilful. Nursing has changed a lot over the years.
