Rosemary Wolske
May 2021
Rosemary
Wolske
,
LPN
Thomas Health- Addiction Healing Center
Thomas Health Systems- Saint Francis Hospital
Charleston
,
WV
United States
I will probably remember the moment I changed my mind for a long time, if not forever. I will always be grateful for the role Rosemary played in that incredibly important decision.
I chose this amazing nurse because beyond being very competent in her profession, she always goes above and beyond in my care. Most of the nurses here are friendly and caring, but it is rare for me in particular to have a nurse I can make a personal connection with. I can be very difficult, especially when coming off drugs. Shortly after arriving here, I was quite sick. I didn't want to talk to anyone, but Rosemary wouldn't have it. She made me talk to her and helped bring me out of a dark place. She was incredibly supportive. She even brought my meds to me for the first two days, but after that, she said I needed to come out of my room and start going to groups and meetings. Surprisingly to myself, I actually listened, and I don't listen to anyone. I guess it feels different if it's somebody who actually cares about you. I felt inclined to do right by her. I've been here about two weeks, and by now I know I can come to her with any issue I am dealing with, past or present. A few days ago, I was seriously considering leaving this program. Rosemary almost single-handedly changed my mind. She convinced me to at least sleep on it and wait until the next morning to decide. I am so glad I took the time to think about it. I had no plan really, except to go home. I know that almost certainly I would have relapsed. I will probably remember the moment I changed my mind for a long time, if not forever. I will always be grateful for the role Rosemary played in that incredibly important decision. I am actually a little mad about this rule that staff cannot stay in contact. I feel like I could call Rosemary even during her free time. I know she would talk to me and help me through any major problem I had, but those are the rules and I wouldn't dare endanger her employment. I'll just have to be happy with the time I had with Rosemary. I am grateful and lucky to have known her.