“I watched you yesterday before the ambulance arrived,” he admitted. “I wanted to see whether you were helping for attention or because you truly cared.”
Megan felt a flicker of hurt pride. “I was not expecting anything in return.”
“I know,” he replied quietly. “That is exactly why I am here.”
He paused, then added, “You had an interview yesterday morning at Saint Aurora Medical Center.”
Her stomach tightened. “Yes, and I missed it.”
Patrick nodded. “I am the chief executive of the healthcare group that owns Saint Aurora.”
The words made her grip the doorframe to steady herself. She searched his face for any sign of a joke, but he was completely serious.
“I did not come to offer charity,” he continued. “I came to offer you an opportunity you already earned.”
He opened a slim folder and handed her a document. “I spoke with Human Resources this morning, and your evaluation has been rescheduled.”
Megan’s eyes filled with disbelief. “You are serious?”
“There is more,” Patrick said. “Based on what I observed, we are offering you a six month contract as an assistant nurse, with the possibility of a permanent position afterward.”