Joshua Littlejohn
Beginning his journey in molecular biology, Joshua Littlejohn was driven to nursing, a profession that fully encompasses his modus operandi- empathy. He found purpose in oncology nursing where he was able to care for patients and families for extended periods of time. He eventually transitioned to a healthcare technology company, combining his homecare experience and enthusiasm for innovation . Today, we talk to Joshua about his journey into nursing, bringing nurses into hackathons, and his passion for seeing nurses as innovators.
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