The Wisconsin woman began her career as a kitchen worker at old St. Luke’s Hospital in Racine, which has since merged with St. Mary’s Hospital to become Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare-All Saints. She was in high school at the time.
After graduating from high school in 1976, she became a nurse’s aide at the hospital and then, years later, a licensed practical nurse. Most recently, she was an LPN in obstetrics and gynecology.
Then last May, Ms. Schwaab retired from hospital work, according to the article.
“When things got stressful, I would remember that there would always be a brighter tomorrow,” Ms. Schwaab told The Journal Times. “You put a smile on your face every day and you go work. Work has always made me energized and proud about myself.
“I had great co-workers and many of them became great friends,” she added. “I have been through many changes, but I stuck through everything because I loved what I did.”
For more on Ms. Schwaab’s background, read Mark Feldmann’s full article in The Journal Times.
More articles on human capital and risk:
SSM Health to put on virtual job fair
Allina, nurses blame each other for latest failure in contract talks
Study: Job dissatisfaction in your late 20s and 30s could hurt your health in your 40s
Becker’s 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit is the top tier event that the people leading the future of pharmacy convene. This 3-day event is built specifically for Chief Pharmacy Officers and senior pharmacy leaders. The sessions examine the workforce, financial and clinical priorities shaping pharmacy today. Becker’s is where candid discussions flourish and new ideas thrive. Becker's 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit
