“Okay, sure,” I say, clearing my throat and trying to get my best phone voice ready. After I place a few calls, John brings me a bottle of water. “If you ever get tired of working at the hospital, I’d hire you on the spot.” That makes me chuckle. After about an hour, everyone on the list is officially confirmed, and I feel a small sense of accomplishment. Not wasting any time, John finds other tasks that need to get done since the person who usually helps him is on vacation this week. Now I understand why I was paired with John today; he really needs the extra help. He lists out laundry, changing sheets, and stocking towels in the rooms that don’t have DO NOT DISTURB signs hanging. I’ve only been here for a short amount of time, but I’m starting to realize how much goes into running this

