Improving Healthcare in My Community

Elizabeth came to the Tuscola GST Michigan Works! service center in October of 2021. She was working occasionally as a tutor at Saginaw Valley State University while she was enrolled full-time in the Nursing program. She had 4 semesters remaining and lacked the funds to cover the tuition, books, and other added expenses. After applying for the MiReach grant and being approved, we were able to assist with payments towards 4 semesters of tuition, her NCLEX, Professional Licensing, and fingerprinting to become a Registered Nurse.

“Nursing school consisted of a strenuous and time-consuming curriculum. This allowed very little time for work to assist with my schooling. GST Michigan Works! helped me overcome the stress of my financial situation by providing me with a grant specifically for nursing students in Michigan in need of financial assistance. Without their help, I do not think I would have been able to show the academic success in nursing school due to the need to work overtime hours to assist with paying for my tuition.”

Elizabeth graduated in December of 2022 with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She graduated magna cum laude and with a 3.69 GPA. 

“During my schooling I was able to complete a variety of courses and clinical experiences even including a study abroad for nursing in Zambia! Without the help of GSTMW, I may not have been able to complete my schooling or attend such life-changing experiences! I am excited to join the workforce as an RN.”

Elizabeth began working at Hills and Dales General Hospital in Cass City, Michigan on February 20th of this year. She was offered full-time employment as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department and is making over $30/hr. with benefits. 

Elizabeth accomplished her goal of becoming a Nurse; but not just any nurse, a Nurse that was employed locally with the dream of improving healthcare in her own community.