Man Reveals Inspiration for Becoming a Nurse: "Can't Deny a Calling"

Man Reveals Inspiration for Becoming a Nurse: "Can't Deny a Calling"

- Willie Gim shared a post online detailing how he chose his career path of becoming a nurse

- The young man stated that he was inspired by the nurses and doctors who tirelessly worked to make sure he was okay after surgery

- Willie told himself he would study to become a nurse and now he is living his dream

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Willie Gim is a young South African nurse who shared the backstory in choosing his career path online. According to Willie, he faced a difficult time healthwise. He was close to death and had a major operation.

Willie thanked the doctors and nurses who worked around the clock to ensure he was okay. He also took time out to thank God for regaining his strength and health. After his health scare, he promised himself he would study to become a nurse.

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The young man shared a post to Facebooks #ImStaying group revealing his dream to become a nurse is now a reality.

Man, reveals, inspiration for becoming a nurse
This young nurse revealed that being saved by doctors and nurses inspired him to choose his career. Image: Willie Gim
Source: Facebook

Read Willie's full post below:

"(I) almost died, and had a major operation, all thanks to the tireless doctors and nurses who made sure I am okay. Not forgetting the almighty God for the breath of life... I told myself that once I recover I am going to study to be a nurse.
"By the GRACE of God it did come to pass so that's why #IAmStaying."

Willie's inspiring and heartwarming post gained tons of responses from proud Stayers. Read some of their comments below:

Anoeska De Villiers said:

"So proud of you! Well done!"

Heidi Weir-Rodin wrote:

"That's fantastic! Congratulations!"

M Beryl Pillay commented:

"Wonderful, yes we have great dedicated doctors here in Mzanzi. Stay healthy."

Palesa Unathi Sangoni added:

"This is truly amazing, congratulations!!!"

Jodie-zina Bailey shared:

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"Can't deny a calling. Congrats to you."

In similar news, Briefly.co.za recently reported on an honest student nurse who shared her troubles and hopes online. Nomfundo Barbz Ngcobo may be a student nurse but she's also on the frontline at a time when the country needs medical staff the most.

She shared her inspiring story to the #ImStaying group on Facebook recently. Nomfundo said she is working normal nursing shifts while studying. She added that she is also constantly fearing for her life.

The young lady doesn't go home to her family as she fears infecting her elderly parents with the virus. Nomfundo's positive attitude in her not so comforting situation touched the hearts of many Stayers.

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Reeshni Chetty Reeshni Chetty is a senior current affairs reporter. The Damelin journalism and media studies graduate was top of her class with 16 distinctions and she boasts experience in radio, print and digital media. When Reeshni is not rushing to bring you the most important and breaking news in current affairs, she's raising awareness around mental health. Reeshni has a passion for breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues.