Personal journey and perspective from psychiatric nurse and medical student to intern doctor during COVID-19

Abstract

COVID-19 or 'Coronavirus' has become a global pandemic since its initial report in Wuhan, China, on November 17, 2020. It is highly infectious and poses significant health risks for those in vulnerable populations. This article aims to provide perspective into an Irish experience, through the eyes of a practicing psychiatric nurse, who has recently graduated medical school and intends to work as an intern doctor.