Benjamin Duquette

My role involved following detailed instructions from computer templates to assemble circuit boards per specifications, as part of the complete process. Each set of boards were unique, from simple to involved, with multiple hand tools used. I enjoyed learning ways to be efficient with the process, while ensuring quality results. I was hired through an agency; unfortunately, I was laid off due to low demand. I thoroughly enjoyed this job and the people. I was one of the last agency hires to be let go, so I took some solace in my superior's support in trying to keep me.

I worked as a triage nurse in the pain care clinic. This role was predominantly phone and computer work. There were parts of this job I enjoyed, unfortunately, most of it I did not enjoy. I stayed on for seven weeks to give it a fair chance, which I was told by one of my co-workers was longer than most.

My first two years here were as a medical/surgical nurse. The medical/surgical unit was a great way to learn the basics of the nursing process. The remainder of my career was related to gastroenterology. I worked as the only RN during the PM shift; I also worked day shift with inpatients and outpatients. I worked for an outpatient surgery center as their endoscopy nurse, and I helped them get set up and running. I stayed part-time at the hospital while I was working for the Outpatient Center. I ended my career at the hospital's outpatient endoscopy center. Over my years as a nurse, I have learned many skills and have taught many nurses and endoscopy techs.

I proudly served in the U.S. Army as a teletype repairman. I learned basic electronics and mechanical knowledge. The military provided many experiences that helped me grow as a young man.