Personality Test - I am an Idealist

I was feeling a bit slothful and apprehensive the whole day due to several unknown factors that I actually forgot to finish my essay about a certain unresolved dilemma. Haaaay. I can't seem to focus on that particular topic lately due to my personal biases and predispositions. Nevertheless, I have to finish that essay as soon as possible in order for me to feel some sense of accomplishment. Work, Paulo. Work.

So, in order to appear productive and fruitful, I came across this personality test from a certain blog (I forgot the blog's name, sorry) and answered it nonchalantly. Of course, I did my very best to answer every question with objectivity and veracity. Luckily, the results were a perfect match. Haha. :)

Yes, I am very, very idealistic. I always see to it that everything should be done in a specific manner at a specific time with the right people so that all objectives will be met. I am very competitive with the people around me and I see to it that I do my best in everything that I do. I believe that rules and policies are made for everyone's benefit: no one is above the law, not even the president.

Personally, I believe that idealism feeds an individual's hope for something better and/or greater in the future. It makes you think that despite of all the bad things that has happened, esp. lately, there will come a time when all of these will no longer matter because everyone is, to some extent, happy. That's why I always have tears in my eyes when I see Filipino youth demonstrating their stand on the streets bearing posters and shouting chants about a certain national issue.

Jose Rizal once said "Ang kabataan ang Pag-asa ng bayan." It may sound as old as "Manang Biday" but it still is an undeniable reality.

What's your personality? :)

Coffee, anyone?

Untitled Randomness

Friday, July 25, 2008 at exactly 4:10 PM
28th floor, IBM Tower
Eastwood City Libis, Quezon City

During a certain final interview:

Mr. Kim: (In a Korean accent) What is your ambition in life?

Me: To be happy. *wink*wink*

I don't know why those three words came out of my foolish mouth last Friday afternoon. I was just thinking of something else to answer when, unconsciously, my overworked brain told my dumb larynx to utter those unusual words. I seriously saw the flabbergasted faces of Mr. Kim and Ms. Dolly and it appeared as if they fell off their chairs due to my simple yet quasi-insane answer. Haha. :)

Most of the time, when asked with the same question, I would easily say that I want to be a professor or clinical instructor for the UST College of Nursing while taking my Doctorate Degree in Developmental Studied or a Doctorate Degree in Nursing at the UP Open University. After which, I'll try to become the first male dean of the UST-CON. Wow. Talk about hard work, right attitude and motivation. Haha. :)

Honestly, as we speak, I just want to be seriously happy. I've been through a lot of messy and scary stuff this year and I can't seem to comprehend any of them: my failed application for the AFP Nurse Corps., freeze hiring at the UST Hospital, family issues, financial instability and the ever bloody love life problems. I did ask the Lord God about His "GREAT PLAN" about my personal (esp. love) and professional life and, unfortunately, I got the usual painstaking and hard-hitting answer: Silence. *sigh* :(

I mean, seriously, He could've just asked one of his noble and trusty angels to come to my aid here on Earth and deliver His "GREAT PLAN" ever for my jaded/broken/twisted life. I could have chosen the right options at the right time with the right person in the right manner without feeling any sense of doubt, shame, remorse, anger and tremendous guilt. *sigh* :(

But, come to think of it, maybe He just wants me to figure everything out on my own so that I could learn something new about my unique personality and the people around me. Errr. I honestly don't know.

Patience is a virtue. All things come to those who wait. Luckily, I have tons of time to spare.

Blah! Too much Internet space has been used for this rubbish entry! Haha. :)

Coffee, anyone?

Asian Hospital Staff Nurse Requirements

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Submit a complete set of the following requirements in its corresponding order. All in a short bond paper and compiled in a small binder clip.

• Updated comprehensive resume


• Photocopy of College diploma


• Photocopy of Transcript of records and RLE


• Photocopy of updated PRC License


• Photocopy of board rating


• Photocopy of PRC certificate


• Photocopy of updated IV therapy license (2 copies)


• Photocopy of IV therapy certificate (2 copies)


• Photocopy of PNA (Philippine Nurses Association) ID


• Photocopy of BLS (Basic Life Support) certificate


• Photocopy of trainings and seminars attended


• Photocopy of 3 recommendation letters from previous employer or college dean, if fresh graduate


• Photocopy of employment certificate or clearance from previous employer

Note: Only applicants with complete requirements will be entertained. Please attach the requirements checklist on top of your application form. Questions and queries are greatly appreciated. Please call 771-9000 local 8429 or 8433 and look for Mhadz

Coffee, anyone?

Update

As you all may have noticed, it took my about 58 days to personally update my beloved blog. A lot of things have seriously happened over the last few weeks to the point that I almost wanted the ground to shake and eat me whole. Haaaay.

First of all, I lost my Internet connection for 55 days due to cable line problems. Yes, you read that correctly: it took them 55 freaking days, 45 technical support calls, 8 supervisor calls and 6 business center visits to actually fix the problem. Sheesh! As we speak, I still can't believe that it took them that long to take my complaint seriously and replace our cable lines. Thankfully, every thing's back to normal and I'm back to blogging my jaded life. Haha. :)

Second, I'm currently looking for a new career outside of my chosen profession. I've been to a number of call centers all over the metro but, unfortunately, I can't seem to decide which one would suffice my criteria and qualifications. I mean, I have enough experience as a Technical Support Representative from my previous employer and that experience has definitely taught me a lot of stuff. So, it's back to the salt mines on Monday. Haha. :)

Third, I can't seem to accept the fact that I wasn't given another chance to retake the reading assessment last Wednesday. I perfected the dictation part (which is the most essential part of my dream job) and I passed all of my training activities. So, why can't I retake the reading part? Did I suck THAT bad? Or its the thing they call KARMA? Nevertheless, things happen for a specific reason. And, whatever that reason is, I am willing to accept it whole-heartedly.

Lastly, I'm currently moving on with my emotional wellness. I plan to go back on the dating scene once I get myself a stable job and enjoy life as slowly as possible. *wink*wink*

It's so nice to be able to write again. I can't seem to get my hands off my PC. Random things are starting to rush inside my head and they seriously need some release. Haha. :)

Coffee, anyone?

Thomasian Pride

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When I heard the news that 29 Thomasians from Batch 2008 made it to the top 10 of the recently released June 1 & 2, 2008 Nurse Licensure Examinations, I was seriously teary-eyed! Garnering a 98% passing rate was also overwhelming, considering the number of examinees from UST. It was total redemption for the college since the June 2006 NLE fiasco. It was a well-deserved achievement for the University, the College and, most especially, our mentors.

Iba talaga kapag galing ka ng USTe!

And now, without further adieu, here is the official list of Thomasian Board Topnotchers, thanks to Ma'am Famorca. Haha.

Top 1
1• Aira Therese Salamanca Javier, University of Santo Tomas -- 86.00%

Top 3
2• Joanna Jacob Quirante, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.60%

Top 4
3• Ana Rica Chan Gutierrez, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.40%
4• Maria Alyssa Yee Policarpio, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.40%
5• Aileen Grace Yu Sotyco, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.40%

Top 5
6• Michelle Joyce Cheung Encarnacion, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.20%
7• Jason Albia Go, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.20%

Top 6
8• Diana Justo Cupino, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.00%
9• Marion Delos Santos Llauder, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.00%
10• Kevin Bryan Uy Lo, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.00%
11• Patrick Paras Mejia, University of Santo Tomas -- 85.00%

Top 8
12• Sozein Soliel Bacena Bustamante, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.60%
13• Lourdes Claire Rodriguez David, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.60%
14• Ana Joy Almie Cruz Dizon, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.60%
15• Imee Loren Chan Lim, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.60%
16• Rochelle-Anne Ordinanza Primavera, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.60%
17• Raichel Faye Mallari Ringor, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.60%
18• Czarina Ann Arellano Sevilla, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.60%

Top 9
19• Janna Bianca Albano Cajigal, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.40%
20• Kathryn Kaye Aquino Carpio, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.40%
21• Katrina Rae Limjoco Daza, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.40%
22• John Philip Tecson Lim, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.40%
23• Myron Marco Miranda Mariano, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.40%
24• Girlie Lazaro Repuyan, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.40%

Top 10
25• Romina Paula Parreño Barrameda, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.20%
26• Ma. Bernadette Valdivia Lopez-Dee, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.20%
27• Razeille Kristine Asistio Razon, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.20%
28• Frederick Abad Sampang, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.20%
29• Janelle Grace Teo Sia, University of Santo Tomas -- 84.20%

Kudos to everyone and welcome to the profession!

Coffee, Thomasian nurses? :)

June 1 & 2, 2008 NLE Results

Just click the bear for the complete list.

Congratulations to everyone!:)

Coffee, anyone?