A Day In The LIFE Of A Nursing Student | + 5 Time Management Tips!

[@anazeledon9703]

Oh my god, someone who totally understands me, haha. I get in such a funk when I see people already in their career, or see friends going off on adventures/exploring the world and thriving while I sit at home just studying and not being able to do much since school is a huge priority and demand. I always get told by friends and family, "just go out, you can study tomorrow," and im just like, "I can't, im a nursing student, you don't understand!" hahah!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

100% with you, Johana! We will make it through:)

[@CMchyy]

Johana Zeledon ◄ Exodus 20:7 ► "You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that takes his name in vain."

[@carabarbieri]

You are so young and it is so awesome that you have worked so hard to get to where you are at your age. I'm old (32, haha) and have 3 kids, and I'll be starting nursing school in August. I'm terrified to start because I know how much work is involved, but I have other responsibilities other than just school, so I'm going to be pulled in a million different directions! I just wanted to leave you a note to say that you're doing awesome and that eventually all the studying will be done and you'll be working as a RN! :)

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Hi, Cara! Thank you so much for your comment! GOOD FOR YOU GIRL YOU CAN DO IT I PROMISE!

[@shannasalvatore2631]

I’m in you’re shoes now. 32, mom of 3. Any tips on how to balance it all. I start nursing school in January.

[@destineyosterhout5828]

I'm a mom and I'm getting ready to start nursing school this fall. I've been a stay at home mom for the last two years but I decided to get a job to not put the burden of paying for my school all on my husband. So I'm currently working at an assistant living and I'm worried about not having time to study when school starts. I guess it all comes down to prioritizing and time management. Does anybody else work while attending nursing school? Holley I've been following you for the last couple months and your videos have been so much help to me! Your always the first story I watch on snap chat and I get so excited when I see you upload something new! Lol (Stalker Status) Your just very helpful and so fun to watch. Good luck in all you do! 💕

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Hi Destiney, thank you so much!!! :) So sweet. Yes it is completely possible to work and go to school! Just takes some solid discipline and drive! You got it, girl! Thanks for your support, always

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Hi Destiney, thank you so much!!! :) So sweet. Yes it is completely possible to work and go to school! Just takes some solid discipline and drive! You got it, girl! Thanks for your support, always

[@Southerngirlsmakeup]

I'm in my second semester of nursing school! Fundamentals is tough but a lot of it is common sense! Don't change your answer and believe in yourself:)

[@HolleyGabrielle]

I am trying to work on the NOT second guessing myself haha! Thanks, girl:)

[@leahng1176]

The part towards the end is exactly how I've been feeling.. i"m a year 1 nursing student in my first semester. Thank you for being so open and sharing your journey! I totally just subscribed :)

[@lovelylivie14]

I just graduated college last Thursday with my Associates in Medical Assisting. I know it's not exactly like nursing school but I totally feel you on being stressed, tired, studying 24/7, and not working. My husband is in the USAF and I was blessed to have him say "Finish school, don't work." However, I've worked my whole life. So this past year of not working has been very hard. It's not fun having to depend on someone (even though it's your own husband lol) and feeling like you're not independent. Now I'm studying for my certification exam in June/July (can't make my mind up... too scared lol) and I still don't have a job. So studying and being the "typical military housewife" is my job right now. I know it's all going to be worth it in the end! I'm glad I found your channel bc you're so real and down to earth and even though I just graduated I really want my BS. Your channel has helped me decide if after a few years of working if I really want to go into nursing! Keep up the good work! Don't let fear of failing and not being good enough give you anxiety. I did that the whole time I was in school. Now I'm using it as fuel to light a fire under my ass and pass this certification exam and be the most bomb ass CMA the world has ever seen! You got this girl!

[@annabour6019]

I'm finishing up my nursing school pre-reqs, while working FT at an SNF, and figuring out single motherhood. My struggle isn't so much the academics of it... It's more the relentless grind of it all. It's hard for me to relate to some of my childless, PT- employed friends who either never went to college or earned their degrees already (and sometimes it is hard for them to relate to my lifestyle, too). I'm working toward my BSN, and, eventually, my NP. It'll be worth it, and like you said, l'm SO grateful for the opportunity, but sometimes it'd be nice to not feel like l'm always grinding away at some checkpoint on my endless to-do list! We'll get there. Good luck with your studies. :)

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Yes, very well said! We have to look at the big picture constantly. Good for you, that is so exciting:) Keep working hard!!!

[@marcelsmith4808]

You got this Holley! The studying can be grueling at times 😅. However, it'll all be rewarding in the end and take it all one bite at a time. Good luck with all of your upcoming exams!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Awww thank you, Marcel! :) I appreciate that.

[@kelliboston1175]

I am currently finishing my nursing prerecs and watching your videos are making me a little less nervous, your tips are very helpful!! Please keep these videos coming!!

[@carlosbarranco9688]

Pharmacology seems to be everyone's time-consuming nursing subject! Exams every single Thursday over here. But such great tips even for nursing students like myself who already have a semester under their belt, never hurts to have a reminder once in awhile

[@katherineaviles4505]

Starting the nursing program in august and all your videos and tips really help to ease my nerves a little haha! Keep up the good work!!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

So glad it is preparing you in a way:) Thanks for watching, Katherine:)

[@ebonymeadows4234]

I love your channel! New subscriber! I'm starting nursing school in May. This video was super helpful. Thanks for your honesty 💕 Keep up the good work. Your hard work will pay off!

[@taylormahan12]

Yes! This just totally made my day😁💕

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks for watching, Taylor:)

[@dhdmjs2155]

You are honestly my favorite youtuber

[@katiez6644]

Ugh scratchery cupcakes are the BEST!!!!!! So glad to of found you! Go Hawks!💛🖤

[@cambriahandy605]

Love your videos so much. I always look forward to watching them ❤

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks, Cambria! :)

[@ashleygher9325]

I am a first-semester nursing student and so glad that I stumbled upon your channel a while back! Thank you for all of the study tips and motivation (both for nursing and the gym)! Do you have any tips for reading textbooks or how to keep energy levels up while studying for long periods of time?

[@meganwilson2466]

I honestly love your nursing videos!

[@tiajordan5525]

Another great video! You always have the best advice. Thanks for keeping me motivated through nursing school and keep up the hard work! I can tell from your videos and your personality you're going to be a kickass nurse! ❤💉

[@HolleyGabrielle]

So sweet! Thanks, Tia! :) So appreciated!

[@lilyphillips__]

I was just looking back on yr videos and i remembered those cupcakes! So good, love it!

[@gobig112216]

I love the mug! Another top notch video! Keep killing it Holly, I'm totally craving cupcakes now but I'm totally with you. Sometimes I even find that I'm training my appetite by my study schedule lol freaky right?

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Hahaha yeah it happens! Thanks:)

[@utuben001]

keep pushing! It will make you stronger!

[@alittlebitofmonica830]

I love your videos! I'm in my first semester of nursing school so you are an inspiration for me😄

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Aww thanks, Monica! :)

[@LOOKITSFOOTE]

OMG your shoulder tattoo is beautiful!

[@grey9919]

I love the length and detail of this 😍 I go into nursing next semester

[@BrandyChanelle]

I watch all your videos. I just failed my final so I am so tempted to give upppppp but your videos keep me motivated. Keep it up girl!

[@taylorchavana9084]

Can you do meal prepping for nursing school? 😊

[@HolleyGabrielle]

I can try, yes:) haha I have a weekly routine!

[@LivingMyBestLynnzy]

My "meal prep" is making a batch of sausage balls (1pt sausage, 1pt cheese, 1pt Bisquick: mix and make 1Tbs balls on a sprayed cookie sheet for 15 minutes at 350 or when done through the ball) refrigerate and I will microwave a few and eat while I drive to school. My parents have a cattle ranch, so the sausage I use is 90/10 and doesn't seem to be nearly as greasy, nor take as long to cook, you can use sharp cheddar and cut back to 1/2part instead if you're worried about the calories too though when you do that I suggest adding an egg so it still binds well. The breakfast essentials are amazing, along with if you make a big batch of smoothies then freeze in mason jars (leave 2in empty on top and freeze without a lid, add after) the night before put one jar in the fridge and in the morning it should be the perfect consistency to stir and enjoy. Make a big batch of noodles and just add sauce. I am sure Holley has some much better tips because I am in the same pickle Taylor, haha.

[@taelerrwashington9164]

+Cedric Young im trying to be a nurse practioner and possibly get a doctor of nursing degree lol

[@saphm5931]

I’m 21 and doing pre req for the nursing program. I just found your channel and think u have great tips! Best of luck

[@kaynenbrown5102]

You're doing great! Pharmacology was one of the classes that took up most of my time last year.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks, Kaynen! I appreciate the encouragement:)

[@laurieeichman1376]

just wanted to say I love your nursing videos! I'm a pre nursing student! just applied to some programs. keep up the great work!

[@cloverclover7638]

Laurie Eichman Hey can you give me some tips for applying. I am curious how you are prenursing student. Does that mean you have completed all your prerequisites?

[@katiefowler998]

obsessed w your vids girl!!!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks, Katie:) I appreciate your support!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks, Katie:) I appreciate your support!

[@KimHoeltje]

Those cupcakes look fabulous!!!!!!!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

They are amazing! Cupcakes are my weakness:)

[@mushroomfairy3]

Hello, Holley! I recently got accepted into East Carolina University. I will be starting as a transfer student in the spring of 2018. My intended major is nursing. I will be on the pre-nursing track when I start. My goal is to become a psychiatric nurse. Your tips were really helpful. Thank you! :)

[@reganm6044]

Hi Girl! This video showed up on my youtube newsfeed so I decided to watch. I'm a 20 year old girl in nursing school myself. If you don't mind me asking, where do you go? And what year? Lol I will watch the rest of your videos to find out but I myself am studying for an ATI Fundamentals exam for next week!! Lol Good luck on with the rest of your journey.. I know it can be discouraging at times, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel!

[@BestBirth]

My goodness, you have a LOT more free time than I do as a nursing student.

[@valeriab4987]

Love your videos and the motivation!

[@allisonmarie1278]

Is monster bad for you? I have heard that it's really bad and worse than soda. But is it fattening? I would love to try it cuz I'm always so tired lol Thanks

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Nope zero calories! Don't drink them all day and you will be fine:)

[@truthlover4585]

Though others may not agree, I refuse to touch another energy drink! Haven't in over 10 years! They are as bad as soda! No good for your body! BTW, Im a nursing student too!😄

[@MichizzleTV]

!!!!!Just finished my 1st WEEK of nursing school & passed my first lab assessment! I can now insert catheters! LOL! I MAKE VIDEOS of my journey too!!:)

[@khalilj9021]

OMG! Lol you guys are scaring me. Lol. I start nursing school next month and I've been out of the game for MANY years. I'm almost 40 and feel like I'm not as young as I used to be. Wow. Lol I'm gonna make it happen tho!

[@TacoLover09876]

Hi so I'm currently a sophomore in highschool and I've been thinking about becoming a nurse simply because of the fact that ever since I was little I've just always loved helping people. It makes me feel happy and accomplished and it's something I'm willing to work for if I could make it an everyday job. I've been looking at your videos and of others of how nursing school is but I just wanted to know what do you recommend me (as a sophomore) do to get ready early on the path to become a nurse? Also what do I have to do to get into nursing school? Any tests, exams, programs? Basically anything that could help me get on the right path. Thanks so much and I'm really looking forward to hearing back from you if you have time.

[@sarahbush8429]

Hey Holley thank you so much for your videos!! You are truly inspiring. I am about to start nursing school next month and I keep debating whether to buy the cheaper ebooks my school offers or the hard copy. I am not much of reader either way but I know it will be a must in nursing school. What would you recommend?

[@HolleyGabrielle]

I always go the cheapest route! It is helpful to have the books on hand sometimes, but it also isn't always completely necessary!

[@liaozhixuan8518]

love it so much. u r amazing girl. keep going...we all gonna arrive our destination one day.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks, girl:)

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks, girl:)

[@eeveelie6985]

Hey Holly, I love your videos but I have a question, how did you know nursing school is for you. Right now im about to graduate high school and naturally people are asking me what I want to do with my life and I am debating if I should go into nursing or something else.

[@yeaitsmia24]

GIRL! You're absolutely gorgeous. I'm looking into nursing, I still have a year or so to decide so I have some time. Your videos are giving me a lot of insight. It looks very difficult but I think that with passion, the difficulty level is worth it. I've always had a passion for both nursing and children and I think that being a pediatric nurse would be absolutely amazing and something I think I'd love to do. I was wondering, what are you doing for your job right now? Is it hard to have with a lot of school work coming at you?

[@emilyjade896]

I'm 17 this year and hopefully doing a bachelor of nursing next year and i'm so nervous and excited! I hope I get a good OP so I can get into the course really easily (OP is the system used by queenslanders in australia as a summary of your highschool grades, like G.P.A?)

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Very exciting! Good luck girl! :)

[@cloverclover7638]

Emily Jade I wish I were as smart and ambitious as you are when I was your age! Smart girl!

[@biancasmith3906]

I’m starting my CNA classes tomorrow really excited to start my first step towards going into nursing I’m wanting to work in either NICU or paediatrics

[@destiny9221]

Do you have time to go out with friends while in nursing school? Im a senior in high school and im planning on going to a nursing school for college and I was just wondering.

[@rebeccaalexia5810]

I love your videos girl

[@LivingMyBestLynnzy]

Time management fail, I am studying for Pharm right now and noticed you posted a video. Maybe it is a sign that I need to study again haha. I do not know how you manage to have a youtube channel along with school, I barely have time to walk my dog let alone manage to finish all of my readings. If I can get through my Voice over PP, and ATI then I am good, Pearson book after if then have time. I want to learn how to meal prep because it is such a seemingly waste of time to cook every evening, but I do not want to have junk or unhealthy frozen foods.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

I hear ya! Thanks for watching:) It can be a struggle, but I genuinely enjoy making KZbin videos. I love it!

[@LivingMyBestLynnzy]

No, thank you for such great tips. I am thankful that you're able to do both school and this because I feel if I were to be starting school next semester then this channel would be a great resource for what one might be slightly getting into (I feel like you never know until you're actually in a program haha). :D

[@paigeredman3465]

I started the same time as you last year! The first fundamentals exam for us is tomorrow...eek! Are you doing a BSN program or ADN program? I'm doing the concurrent program right now, 18 credits this semester. I completely feel your pain about having no life while others have fun. We will be there soon! Looking forward to your next video thanks!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

BSN program:) Thanks so much, Paige! Hope the exam went well:)

[@paigeredman3465]

Sure did! Hard work pays off for sure! Hope you did well too! 😉

[@mirandastrecker5900]

Keep up the good work! Iam starting prerequisites for my nursing this fall. Iam majoring in pediatric oncology. What would be your advice for new students?

[@faithmassey4740]

I'm a new subscriber. So far I love your channel! Whar is this song in the beginning?

[@kwilson5724]

My cousin started nursing school last year, then quit after two semesters, she would go to school till four, work till ten, then be up until three doing homework, that's a lot for a seventeen year old( she graduated high school a year early), I've always wanted to be a nurse, but I'm starting to learn more towards physical therapist, but I'm so nervous about all the work, I know I can do it but, it's just a lot of stress, but I still have at least four years till college :)

[@kwilson5724]

* lean towards physical therapist

[@Letsgetstarted61]

You are absolutely beautiful. In one of your video's you had on beautiful eyeshadow (brown color), if you could tell me what kind, I would be grateful. Love, love, love you. One question, do you have to write a lot of papers, if so, do you have to write a lot of them?

[@moniquesebo7712]

Hey girl, love your videos!! What camera do you use??

[@Zania16ify]

Hey Holley! What is the name of the song playing at 4:52?? I've heard it a few times in other videos of yours & I really like it! Great video & keep up the good work!

[@Aaron-hi7if]

I hope you see this comment. I am a 3rd semester student (my program is the same length as your program, 5 semesters) and i just took pharmacology and used that exact same book!!!! Crazy!

[@mirandaharris9871]

omg whats the name of your eyelashes? love them Oh and just subscribed. BTW can you do a video on equip you use for videos I'm a pre-nursing student and I really want to start a channel WHOOP!!!

[@brittannnyxoxo]

How many hours are you working as a cna during school? Also any suggestions on backpacks ? I noticed u had a Vera Bradley do u think it is efficient for all the books u need in school ?

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Hi Brittany, no I do not. haha The vera bag I bought is very tiny, so I also carry a tote! I would recommend a bigger bag:) I work every other weekend, so 16 hours in a 14 day period.

[@lovepeacesoulful]

Holley Rojek do you work 8 or 12 hours??

[@meganrn2754]

Just found your channel but omg are those cupcakes from scratch cupcakery?!?!? Literally whenever my boyfriend and I go visit his family we stop and get cupcakes at least 3 times

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Yes ma'am!!! Love Scratch:)

[@mmont035]

I just started 2nd semester..patho, foundations omg..lol.. any pointers?? I'm also in a 2.5 yr program :)

[@Kendyllmb]

What's the song that's playing around the 3:30 minute mark?

[@amandahutson2402]

Kendyll Marie Made of Something by bvd kult 😊

[@adriannasuess499]

What account do you use for the discount code for teeth whitening?

[@amandanascimento4607]

What's the name of the song you put in the beginning?? I love it!! 😊

[@laurens7431]

Please share time management tips for RN shifts!

[@kretiauwimana5343]

subscribed, love your vids :)

[@allisonmarie1278]

Oh really! Which one do you drink? It will help a lot with studying

[@nikkithompson3192]

Do you go to the University of Iowa?? If you do that is amazing, I will hopefully be attending a university in Iowa for Nursing.. That's crazy!!!

[@bobjimh4034]

What is the teeth whitening stuff called?

[@april590af]

I work better at school than home but the library at mine always has a couple people that don't know the concept of 'shut up or get out.' -_-

[@KCCC99]

Holly! Can you do a video about your caribou coffee?

[@ruiz1996h]

Any advice for those (me) who, next semester, is starting my A&P and bio classes. Everyone have told me A&P is extremely hard and kinda getting me scared lol. Love your videos, keep it up!

[@Letsgetstarted61]

ruiz1996h; be sure you learn the material!!!! It will be invaluable when you get to nursing school. Learn, don't memorize. It isn't easy but so worth learning!

[@Yas-cu1xn]

i wanted a cupcake after watching this😂

[@carasmussen27]

as far as eating goes you sound a lot like me. Most mornings i don't eat anything but stress to my daughter too eat :-)

[@carasmussen27]

thumbs up for the cupcakes

[@mamab1362]

Tips on how to start vlogs ( my own channel) I would like to vlogs about my nursing journey and fitness

[@roseypiedrasanta8177]

hi love are you in a nursing program or doing your pre- reqs? and whatw your gpa? im hoping to start my nursing career soon! also im a new subie❤

[@roseypiedrasanta8177]

and can you do a video on how to work while in nursing school it would be really interesting 😊

[@whispercubs1931]

Love your vids! Could you do a manual BP demonstration?

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks:) Yes, I probably could!

[@mirandastrecker5900]

ps you are so beautiful!!

[@zephyrolson803]

Iowa Hawkeyes!!!!

[@Astrid-jt8vd]

you seem so nice, great job on your video! We have just done a new vlog and would love your feedback on it, check it out and let us know what you think of it! Have a great day and keep up the good work! // Three Swedish Girls

[@RNScrub]

good vlog, keep on nursing. come swing by my channel when you have a chance.

[@coko916]

You are beautiful naturally, but ya cleaned up nicely....

[@Winner1-c2u]

You tube viewers that are law student, nursing students, psychology students, and journalism students I appeal to you. We cannot garner major media to address the below as advertising incentives are shutting down the truth of this practice noted below. This practice is entrenched in decades of practice and acceptance. Billions involved in US alone annually in cover ups that are criminal with thought given. Law students there was an award winning paper written by law student on this previous by name of Conrad Karen. We need many more papers and conversations. Do not think this issue can not easily impact your life directly as it has become so prevalent in its use. A layman with general understanding knows that 450 volts and greater to the brain is harm. I ask you before you "drink the kool aide" to give thought and put pen to paper, to address this in your papers written for university. Raise your concerns of this practice please as you are the generation to effect the needed changes, so we can find help and alternatives. My gratitude. In your community there are people who have had the procedure called ECT or electroshock. In last decade, use has greatly increased, and is used for many reasons now, and offered readily. Used at leading facilities.from We are showing damages on MRI, EEG,neuro/cognitive testing, VNG,and SPECT. This is a public health issue that needs to come to light. As a result of receiving this untested FDA procedure, patients are now living with traumatic brain injury outcomes at minimum. Electrical trauma impacts all bodily systems so there are other issues in addition to the baseline of TBI. This has now been proven in the California courts in a now national device suit, yet facilities are still doing this. ECT also impacts our children, Veterans, and women in pregnancy. Suits filed against the FDA, and firms interviewing for medical malpractice. My opinion is that providers, who are well aware of these poor outcomes have a duty to warn, protect, and not cause harm. There is an oppressive silence around this, as when it comes to light there will be much to account for. Those standing by silently in complicity and collusion are just as responsible. We need these providers that include nurses, to step in to advocate and intercede for these vulnerable patients. We are told in consent to expect temporary memory loss to resolve in six weeks and typical anesthesia risks. Their own research reports structural brain changes that result from this. They dare to take this upon themselves, and withhold these known damages? They cannot just suddenly stop doing this now without admitting harm. Electrical trauma can extend years out to include ALS and CTE. There is a great betrayal of patient trust. We are betrayed with the initial procedure, and again when we can find little assistance to address our outcomes following.Many would like to see criminal charges levied. Very sadly we can find little help in addressing our outcomes of repeated brain injuries that all other TBI patients have at their disposal. Doctors will not address in referrals and testing, as it will implicate peers and facilities, and risk their standings whatever that may be. My peers sometimes commit suicide as a direct result of damages, and they are isolated. We are greatly suffering and need extensive rehabilitation. Our complaints are written off as psychiatric to protect those responsible. Billion involved annually in US alone from this in cover ups of decades. This is trauma pure and simple, not help. Creating temporary euphoria and memory loss for difficulties that led to admission result from brain injury, and is not mental health. There is a two time increase in suicide following ECT secondary to brain injury and isolation in outcomes. Please let others know what is taking place. Others, which may include someone you care about, are at great risk if they are offered this.. See ectjustice now owned by law firms participating in national product liability suit. Thank you.