I started working at Caboolture Hospital in 2019 when I 16 years old as part of the school-based trainee program.

Alongside my dream of making it into the National Rugby League Women’s (NRLW) Premiership, I have always wanted to be in the healthcare industry.

My mum is a registered nurse at North West Private and is a huge reason why
I have always wanted to be a nurse.

When I spoke to her about the traineeship opportunity, she was super supportive and encouraged me to do it.

Starting here at 16 was very intimidating, but everyone has been so welcoming since the beginning.

During my traineeship, I discovered I loved the Outpatient Department and ended up securing an administration position there after I graduated high school.

Earlier this year, I moved into a Support Officer role with Marcia Morris, Nursing and Midwifery Director for the CKW Women, Children and Families Service Line, and that has had a big influence on me.

Over the past two years I put off applying for university as I didn’t think it would be possible to work full-time, study full-time and train for my sporting career.

After speaking to Marcia and seeing her passion and drive every day at work, she really inspired me to push my excuses aside and finally go back to uni.

I’m now about to finish the first term of my Bachelor of Nursing degree, which is one dream come true.

I decided to study through an online university, so it fits better around my busy work and training schedule.

On the field, I have played touch football at Australian and State of Origin levels. I converted over to rugby league this year, playing for Kawana Dolphins and making Rep for the Sunshine Coast Falcons.

I have been selected to play in the Brisbane competition next year for Sunshine Coast Falcons and I will have a shot at NRLW selections – fingers crossed!

Have you got a story to share? Email ckw-engage@health.qld.gov.au.