Do you want to learn the history of nursing? Come to this workshop to learn how nurses provide direct personal care to those who are sick, injured or elderly. In this workshop you will learn some ways in which nurses care for people beginning with how to properly wash your hands, wear and remove gloves and care for someone with an injured arm by using specific nursing tools. You will also do many other fun health care activities and have a chance to meet healthcare students and learn about their experiences.

Leader – Maria Aviña

Maria Aviña is the Healthcare Outreach Coordinator at Santa Rosa Junior College. She provides support for students interested in a health career and provides health presentations in local schools and at community events. Maria has an Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees and a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies with a concentration in history. She also holds a bilingual teaching credential and volunteers for the college’s mentoring program. She has a year-old son.