Haleigh Barrett
BSN, RN
Haleigh Barrett, BSN, RN, is a new Sigma member of the Iota Beta Chapter and recent recipient of the Edith Anderson Membership Subsidy, which underwrites up to 75% of the annual membership fees to those who require financial assistance. “Once I received information that I was one of the recipients,” Haleigh said, “I realized that you could come from many hardships and still have a chance to do something with your life. Now, I will be able to connect with others and make a change.”
Haleigh values connecting with others and making a difference, making her a perfect addition to the Sigma family. Some of the Sigma benefits she’s most looking forward to taking advantage of are talking to experienced nurses, attending Sigma events and connecting with nurses from diverse backgrounds, and finding a mentor to guide her career in the right direction. “My goal in my nursing career is to be an advocate for others. I believe that it is really important to stand up for individuals when they do not have the means to do so. I have learned that not everyone will agree on things, especially in the medical field. But you have to stand up for what is right, even when other don’t see it. That is something that stuck with me in nursing school, and I will never forget how important it is,” she said.
“Although it’s just the beginning of my membership, Sigma has already helped me in the best way possible,” Haleigh said. “By joining Sigma, I was able to put my membership on my resume and now I am going to start my career off at one of the most highly recognized hospitals—Vanderbilt University Medical Center. I cannot explain how excited I am for this transition, and Sigma made it possible.”
Edith Anderson membership subsidies are made possible through donations to the Sigma Foundation for Nursing. Donate today.