Get to Know a BHC Nurse

Sadie Brimer, BSN, RN

Surgical Specialties

Iwas born and raised in Moberly, Missouri. After I graduated high school in 2011, I received my BSN from the University of Central Missouri in 2014. My husband, Seth, and I live in Boonville with our two sons Zander, 4, and Lincoln,1.

Why did you get into the health care

field? I’ve always loved to help others, and when I took human anatomy in high school, I knew the medical field was where I belonged. I was fascinated by everything I was learning.

What interested you in your

particular specialty? My decision to work in Surgical Specialties was actually influenced by other nurses at Boone Hospital Center. They encouraged me to work on this floor when I was a new graduate nurse. I’m so happy that I took their advice.

What is the most rewarding part of

your job? It’s rewarding to see patients get better, understand their bodies, and ultimately return home to their families. Knowing that a patient may be terrified of all that is going on, but that I’m able to help them through it is a great feeling.

What is the most challenging aspect

of your job? Not being able to be in five places at one time! It’s always a challenge trying to help every patient manage their symptoms in a timely manner.

What has changed in your field since you started

practicing? Since our general surgery group has changed over the past few years, I have seen many changes in regard to how we help patients recover, especially in their diet orders.

What do you see changing in the next 5 to 10 years?

I expect more changes to happen in how we manage recovery for surgery patients and more changes to wound care processes.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work? Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my boys, playing games, or going on walks. I’m very family-oriented — I’m always trying to find a reason to visit my parents or mother-in-law, or to encourage a family board game night.

What advice would you give someone looking to

become a nurse? My advice is to find your reason why you want to be a nurse and don’t forget it. Nursing is not for the weak of heart — many days are stressful enough to wear you out. Knowing why you’re in this role and how your interactions will impact your patients’ well-being is important.