Scrubs & Sacrifice

The real journey behind becoming a nurse in the U.S.

From a Pinay dream to U.S. nurse reality - while raising twins and navigating life as a mom of a child with autism

My journey took 13 years—filled with delays, sacrifices, detours, and moments where I almost gave up.

This space shares both the HOW and the Real

Hi, I'm Russelle

Filipina Nurse l Mom of Twins l Autism Mom

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You didn’t come this far to stop

For Aspiring Nurses

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Steps to becoming a nurse in the U.S.

Motherhood, immigration and autism journey

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Becoming a Nurse in the U.S.

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13 Years to a Dream

My Journey of delays & sacrifice

What You'll Find Here

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Pregnant woman in a white skirt holding berries.
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Nursing in the U.S.

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Autism Journey

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