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Lisa Davis

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My life has been full of ups and downs that never stopped me from wanting to pursue a career as a Registered Nurse. I have always tried my best to not let my troubles define who I am and want to become. I’ve always had the typical family dream. Dreams that came to a halt after becoming a young single mother. Survival mode became my new way of life while trying to escape the horrors of domestic violence. I spent years of my life being told when to speak, what to wear, and who I was; freedom seemed unattainable. After many escape attempts; living in a DV shelter and in my car at truck stops, I finally made it far enough away that I feel safe and can get my life back. I never thought that I would ever find myself and discover my place in this world. I never realized where I belonged until I was finally free and able to think for myself without consequence. It has always been the Healthcare field that captured who I was and brought joy to my heart as I brought joy and understanding to others. I have lost my home, dog, friends, family, car, job, and barely escaped with my life and my clothes. Despite everything that I have endured, the healthcare field has always been a part of me that I never let anyone take away. Healthcare jobs brought me happiness as I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Pharmacy Technician, helping people regain a sense of independence and normalcy in their lives. Whether or not I am able to get assistance in going to college for Nursing, I will always be grateful for having a second chance at life. Thank you for reading a little bit about me.

Education

Goodwin College

Associate's degree program
2025 - 2025
  • Majors:
    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
  • Minors:
    • Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
    • Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Hospital & Health Care

    • Dream career goals:

      Registered Nurse

    • Certified Nurse's Aide

      2025 – Present9 months
    • Pharmacy Technician Supervisor

      CVS Pharmacy
      2021 – Present4 years

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Community Share the Love - Partnered with member of the community. — Collecting and packaging food donations. Cooking light meals and food delivery to the homeless community.
      2021 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Hartford Armory — Directed fellow volunteers to stations. Helped to organize, package, and load donations for shipping for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
      2008 – 2008
    • Volunteering

      Autism Speaks Walk — Set up, guiding families, spreading awareness, passing out sponsored items, and engaging with the community during the walk..
      2017 – 2019

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Ben Bonner Memorial Scholarship
    My life has been a journey, down a winding path that led me to pursuing my CDL and career in trucking. Since I was in grade school, I’ve dreamed of having a husband, children, career, and a couple of dogs to go on hikes with. It seemed like a simple dream: a loving family and a career. My dream came to a halt after becoming a single mother in high school. After moving away from home, I quickly went from dreams and dances to survival mode. Constantly trying to keep my head above water while my feet didn’t touch the floor and I hadn’t yet learned how to swim. It was no longer about my future now it was about fixing the present. During my search for the right job, I realized that the only way to plan for my daughters future is to go to college and pursue a career. Going to college with a young child was one of the hardest things that I have ever pursued. What made it hard was trying to find myself and a career that fit me and had an ending salary that made a difference in our lives. A salary that meant that I would never have to tell my daughter “no” when she asked for a candy bar at checkout. A salary that freed me from the limitations I unknowingly inflicted on myself and an innocent child. I tried a few majors and career paths that my family and friends suggested. Suggestions that made sense and seemed to line up with my ultimate goal. However, none of the majors captured who I was and brought joy to my heart. It took me twenty years to find the right career. I reflected on my work history and random knowledge acquired over the years. Separated opinions that others might have and discussed my thoughts with those close to me after I made the decision. I shared my newly found decision and how my courier jobs brought the most happiness and relief to me. There was always job security and the gratification of delivering to companies on time if not early. My mistake was looking at the courier positions as jobs while I searched for a career. Realizing that women can be truckers too changed my path. I truly appreciate the journey that led me to obtaining my CDL. I inadvertently took steps towards this goal before realizing. Every courier job was one more step in the right direction. Being true to myself and doing an in depth assessment of my wants versus needs, passions, and creativity my steps turned to strides. With the ultimate goal of owning a trucking company and helping others with a passion for driving realize that you can have a career doing something that you love. I am hoping to grow overtime and begin a program for troubled youths and help young people avoid straying down the wrong path. It is my hope that I can show them that trucking is not just a job, it's a career and a lifestyle. I want to send truck drivers out into the world with a passion for driving and continuing to bring products to the consumers and keep up with the demands of our ever-changing world. The world we live in is constantly changing, and I love to learn. I have gained a deeper understanding of myself and I know that I can do this. I have learned so much already and this is just the beginning of something that can be amazing.
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