What You NEED To Know Before Deciding to Become A Nurse

[@isabelles1168]

I GOT ACCEPTED INTO NURSING SCHOOL! CLASS OF 2023

[@loladia9937]

Isabelle S same!!!

[@maarrss]

Isabelle S i hope i will be able to say that one day... BUT CONGRATULATIONS !!!!

[@peppaandwicked]

CONGRATS

[@tjacobs2754]

Ahhhhh CONGRATS

[@isabelles1168]

Sippingmytea Thank you!!! You’ll do it!!

[@shareepassijon5095]

I’m in nursing school currently, I’ve had about 50 breakdowns,I’ve quite over a million times in my head, sleep I don’t even know what that is, Time I don’t have any, a man? Barely 😂 but I’m so excited and ready!!!!!! It’s scary because I’m so use to quitting when things get rough, but I’m going to be a darn nurse no matter what!!!!

[@shareepassijon5095]

jenna bean thanks doll

[@jennifer4312]

This comment was helpful, gives me hope of becoming a nurse

[@adriannaguzman9512]

YAS girl 👏🏼 I know it’s not the same but I recently went through classes to become an STNA and started working full-time right away. I have this amazing man who I’ve been with for 2 years. I just saw him yesterday for the first time in 5 days to celebrate our 2 years of being together. I was like “woah, I have a man? Who would’ve thought!” 😆 But luckily he understands. But it’s moments like that, that you have to sacrifice time to provide your patient’s the care they deserve and the care you’d want to receive if you were in their shoes. I have all the faith you’ll get there yourself when it comes to nursing by the sound of your passion and drive 💕💕

[@shareepassijon5095]

Adrianna Guzman yessss hunny! ❤️ 😂 my BF is very supportive and encouraging I love him to pieces! I start my clinicals in April and I’m so excited

[@JamayaRocheal]

Sharee Passijon same sis same 😂 this is me in my head

[@lifeasjayonna1923]

I wanna be a nurse I am very scared because I learn slower. I feel like I will be judged for not understanding a subject... 1 year later thanks everyone for all of you’re encouraging words I am now a CNA certified in phlebotomy!!!! I will be applying to school very soon !!

[@priscilla408]

Me to girl

[@YourMom-tu8ks]

Girl it’s harder for me since I have adhd😢

[@Karmavalentines]

Usa yeet Lfkf I have ADHA as well, I’m taking Emt classes now to slowly understand everything. I think this is going to help me when I start my career path. Idk look into it.

[@gianaroblox2284]

Usa yeet Lfkf I have ADHD, haha. It is honestly not that bad for me, I take medicine for it! It’s a pill and u open it, then you see these extremely tiny beads, I put it in my applesauce or yogurt in the morning and I’m fine. 😄

[@YourMom-tu8ks]

Giana DIY yea but those pills make u feel dead inside or really cold and my heartbeat beats so fast I also have trouble breathing that’s why I don’t take it. But does your pills have any side affect?

[@julissa8883]

About a week ago, I passed NCLEX and am officially an RN!! Thanks Lex for all your videos, they’ve been such a blessing! To anyone reading this, no matter where you are in the process, do not lose faith in yourselves. Failures AND successes are a part of the journey, never forget that💕

[@ofibia1]

Julissa thx

[@slb5150]

congrats!

[@jenni360]

Congrats

[@yazzyr6080]

Congrats!!! 💞

[@shaynaholley1697]

Congrats 💕❤️

[@anthonymarquez6493]

Nursing school is super hard be prepared to sacrifice your time. Also do all the required readings for your class.

[@davidsanchez586]

Anthony Marquez not as hard as medical school or PA school.

[@anthonymarquez6493]

@@davidsanchez586 that's disrespectful to nurses. nursing school is hard and if you want to talk about grad programs then crna school, nurse practitioner, and other advanced nursing programs are just as hard.

[@julianawebber8454]

@@davidsanchez586 why are you trying to one up nursing school?

[@rop5685]

@@davidsanchez586 still hard lmao

[@kariehern]

I guess it just depends on you.

[@peppaandwicked]

I'M CLAIMING IT I'LL BE A nurse because NURSING IS MY CALLING

[@danielletripkoff4199]

Bless you!💖

[@luzmargiraldo]

Mary Grace Magtajas you will

[@mngwanamngwana4790]

Amen

[@jocelynjhene]

Awesome!

[@BElle-Ballentine]

Me too... I just started and I'm so excited 😁

[@kate2352]

My grandma was a nurse and she told me the other day that everyone always thinks the doctors are the ones healing you but it's the nurses that do all the work like changing IV's and cleaning them up and making sure they take their medicine. She also told me she got out of a ticket because the officer saw that she was a nurse and didn't want to give her a ticket.

[@uzhanaeglover2636]

“Gworl I dunt kneuwwww” 😂😂😂😂

[@christinabojorquez923]

4:13 😊🤣

[@annakfosco]

So helpful. Recently I’ve been kind of back and forth about nursing, doubting myself, but this helped me out a lot! Your videos are so helpful for students considering nursing!

[@manukuriyachan]

All students can get short note in Nursing Manthra... Thats very help full channel for Nurses.

[@shondiaevans12]

Anna Kay - Great advice! Sounds like you have your head in the right place! What are you interested in- what area? Do you live in a rural or urban setting? I’m in the country and we have such a shortage. 😉!

[@skylardavis956]

same girl👏🏾

[@piscesbaby101]

Amen to that. Thank God nursing is such a diverse career option! You don’t have to deal with the typical blood and guts of this profession. You can work from home doing insurance/billing, triage, etc, just do strictly flu shots during flu shot season, case management, and so much more! So it’s not the end of the world if you dont enjoy personal care, you definitely got a bunch of other options.

[@quemunroe7520]

These are great ideas. Some I've never considered. Thanks!

[@margielavarias1490]

Thank you for the information about becoming a nurse!

[@derek4844]

It's crap in every job except the ones that don't pay (school nursing, teaching). Insurance is the worst and most unethical of all of them next to home health. 13 years. Have yet to find one that didn't suck. Back in school to change to another career. Good luck. Paid the bills but will cut away at your soul year by year.

[@vsteele1672]

I mean I really don't mind wiping a few asses here and there it's not a huge deal to me because at first I thought it would be but I now know there's a lot worse things than shit

[@Iamonthepedestal]

@@derek4844it’s only crap because your saying that. I would be affirming my at home nursing jobs treats me well

[@tonika7543]

My mom took nursing school and it’s been a very stressful road for her, but after she had successfully completed all her classes, and passed her state boards, she officially became an RN. Im so happy for her, and she inspires me of wanting to pursue a career path in nursing.

[@ashleyjudithh]

Congratulations to her! I am currently getting my prerequisites for nursing… on my second year. May I ask what she did to become a nurse? Did she take her prerequisites an associate’s then transfer?

[@tonika7543]

@@ashleyjudithh my mom took her prerequisites and got her associate degree, became a CNA then an LPN, and she took her classes online to become an RN.

[@kialageorge]

I’m currently a CNA and I got accepted into my Nursing Program TODAY !! Yay I’m so excited to start my journey ! I’ve learned a lot while working with nurses daily; now I can see what it’s like to be in their shoes 😁. My goal is to become a Nurse Practitioner, wish me luck 🤞🏽😆!

[@gracemensah2603]

Kialaa George same Goal and by the Grace of God we shall be. I am a CNA and want to become a nurse practitioner. I’m into my prerequisite and also going for the Medication Aide. Than

[@kialageorge]

Grace Mensah Good Luck, we got this ! 💓🙏🏽

[@ttjesus4542]

Kialaa George That’s crazy, I’m doing the same but I work as a pct! Hopefully I become a nurse practitioner in the future !

[@kialageorge]

jesuxx7 You ARE a Nurse Practitioner in the Future ! 😆💙

[@poonamsanborn2967]

Kialaa George I am so excited also to become a nurse 👩‍⚕️

[@joshieeats376]

Second year ABSN student. For everyone who’s doubting their intelligence or potential to do well in school, don’t. If you were a good student for undergrad you will do just fine in nursing school. It is not as tough as how everyone hypes it up to be. Just study, manage your time well and you will be fine. I am working too and I have time to enjoy myself as well... it is hard but not hell.

[@rein952]

JoshieEats I have a question ☝🏾 are you in nursing school know and if so have you already started working in a hospital I’m asking because I really don’t know if I should go down this route because I feel like if I do nursing I’ll never have time for myself and will spend majority (80%)of my life in a hospital setting and I’m just not really that kind of person.

[@joshieeats376]

Hurricane 878 I don’t want to confuse you by my initial post, if you’re are doubtful and don’t want to be in the hospital setting, then perhaps nursing is not the best career choice for you. I am currently in a nursing program and working at a hospital. Nursing is a passion to me, and that is probably also why I don’t find it too difficult, because I actually enjoy the content and material. If you have the opportunity, you can always shadow a nurse, or figure out why you are interested in the field. Nursing in itself is very versatile, and there are many paths you can take with your degree, however, most new grads will end up working at bedside for experience. If you are disciplined, if you can prioritize, and if you can sacrifice short term pleasure for long term goals, you will be fine.

[@bambam7550]

Thank you so much, I wish the best for you and your career path 🙏🏾

[@AlyssaAllDayVlogs]

The reality of nursing slapped me in the face in January haha. It’s slowly getting easier, but it wasn’t what I thought it was for sure. Thanks for keeping it real!

[@lynettep9309]

Alyssa, thank you for keeping it real!!!!! I absolutely love love love your vids💋💋 so proud of you and thank you for sharing your journey ❤️

[@sarahtoler5878]

@AlyssaAllDay how are things now?

[@jessiemunhall9420]

I am finally taking the test to pass my class then im taking boards. Uggghh. Im stressed. Edit: took my test. Passed. I already took my board thing to get my cert. Haven't gotten the results, but I am confident. Edit again: I'm a licensed NA

[@ardee_chan]

Congrats!

[@naoomi123792]

Jessie Munhall congratulations!!🎊

[@s.k.t.7857]

What steps did you take?

[@ashley-eu3vo]

I’m late but omg congratulations!!!! 🥳

[@perlavarela639]

Congrats!!

[@mistery-ed7900]

Vick's vaporub right below your nose can really help with disgusting odors. One of the worst odors comes from people who never bathe. They DO exist. I know!

[@christianaamanti]

mistery-ed c diff wins lol

[@darkoshmarko]

mistery-ed that can really irritate your nares if you’re doing that on a regular basis, just use caution

[@mistery-ed7900]

@@darkoshmarko Only when you know the odor will be really something!

[@darkoshmarko]

@@mistery-ed7900 yeah I've tried it but it sticks around on your skin even when you wipe it off. I've tried to put a little bit between two masks and it helps with the nose but burns your eyes. There's just no winning when it comes to smells lol

[@kesakesaa8958]

I think fistulas have cdiff beat!

[@ericaapples8824]

I graduated from my LVN program & passed NCLEX !!! Girl that test was no joke 😭👩🏻‍⚕️

[@antoinetteosborne2290]

That's awesome!!! 🤩👏💖

[@jennifernieto5961]

Congrates! ♥️

[@keniaelias9099]

Was the test hard?

[@sgriffin901]

RN of 34 years here. Approximately 7 years as a CCU (coronary care unit) nurse, 10 years as a cardiac catheterization laboratory lab nurse, 3 years as a research nurse, and the last 14 years working in Clinical Research as a Safety Specialist for a medical technology company and a Clinical Research Organization. I could relate to everything you discussed in your wonderful video. Thank you for what you do!

[@JustBrii]

Compassion fatigue is REAL!!!!!! I just started my first CNA job and baby! I’m stressed! Like its hard you deal with their feelings, emotions, depression.... like it’s tough! Ppl talk about what to do when a patient die but what about when you just have to deal with EVERYTHING that comes with caring for a person!

[@TGoodzable]

CHOZE LIFE PREACH GIRL 🗣🗣🗣

[@pinkPaige1103]

I love how you didn't just say "if this is you don't become a nurse". I've seen too many of those videos and it is so unmotivating. I appreciate how you came at this with a growth mindset. Because I agree, perhaps someone isn't so good at a certain thing but they can grow to be better! I'm currently doing my prerequisites for nursing school and often I am worried that I won't make it as a nurse, but I absolutely know that I'm meant to be one. Helping others is my biggest passion. I love your positivity because it reassures me that whatever I struggle with now can be improved!

[@erinwalsh7258]

I'm so glad you said the thing about the weak stomach... I can't handle vomit that well and I'm about to start nursing school, and I question myself all the time if I'm going into the right field, but there's nothing else I'd rather do. So I'm really glad to hear that you got through it!

[@veeyahs]

hey, were you able to handle everything okay?

[@GaeaThomson]

Thanks for making this! I've always wanted to be a nurse and I was denied from my school's program so for a while I was feeling down on myself, but I'm going to retake some classes and reapply and not give up!

[@alanas.8860]

Gaea Thomson don't give up! I applied multiple times and just got accepted to a program for summer (that I had applied to before !) 😊

[@GaeaThomson]

Congrats!! Thank you I just need to remember to persevere!

[@sarahjo2]

Gaea Thomson Girl, the same thing happened to Me! I have never been great at school. I have to really study and work hard. I retook a couple classes to boost my gpa and was accepted into a competitive BSN program. You will do it girl.

[@GaeaThomson]

@@sarahjo2 I can totally relate! That's awesome, congrats to your hard work and resilience! I'm remaining hopeful!

[@samanthasage2837]

That's the spirit girl! ❤

[@beniejaboynton9427]

Hats off to you and all nurses across the globe it is a tough job my sister is a nurse and she convinced me to give it a try because I was unsure of what direction of healthcare I wanted to go in I just knew I wanted to help people tried nursing and man listen it’s a lot!!!so I decided to go a diff route and went to school for my Masters in health science and integrative medicine and I couldn’t be happier but much respect to you and every other nurse I’ve come across y’all the real MVPs

[@bryantda117]

Benieja Boynton 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Yass for getting that masters girl!!! Congrats 😊😊😊

[@beniejaboynton9427]

Andrea thank you thank you

[@delinadeleon4992]

Integrative medicine sounds super interesting. What type of careers do you pursue for that degree? Med school?

[@beniejaboynton9427]

Delina DeLeon oh it’s very interesting and extremely hard and time consuming but I plan to pursue a career at the VA hospital to get my feet wet and get more experience but my ultimate plan is to have my own business/practice and work for the NFL (big dreaming) but it’s possible.... um I wouldn’t call it med school but there are a lot of nurses and students that went to medical school in my classes. It’s basically herbal medicine and acupuncture you do write herbal prescriptions You do have the course work load such as A&P, pathology pathophysiology toxicology pharmacology bio chem gynecology internal medicine the list goes on trust me lol and you do have to go through clinicals in the teaching clinic (yes the works) while also learning the eastern side of medicine most courses you’re learning a diff language which is tough in itself so we learn Both sides of medicine and you can ultimately pursue many diff careers with it... its more of a holistic approach to health and I didn’t realize how hard it could be but baaaaby it is hard AF

[@simran6382]

You went to college for nursing than could apply for masters ?

[@marianauribe3822]

I’m a Junior right now and trying to figure out what I really wanna do and I just really want to appreciate you for uploading this video! It helped me so much and I truly think I’m going to this field!💘

[@24lovepink]

2 more months until I finish nursing school and I have contemplated the field a thousand times! And yes girl I learned quickly it is not all glitz and glamour. I am the first person to say I have the weakest stomach ever or had, but I recommend people to take on patients who have the nastiest wounds or anything out of their comfort zone to challenge themselves and grow!

[@deennaahh]

J Garcia how long did you go to nurse school

[@24lovepink]

@@deennaahh 2 years! a total of 4 semesters

[@kikigirlnirvana]

J Garcia omg girl I will deal with anything nothing bothers me but vomit I just cannot do 😫

[@aoldakowski6663]

I just got accepted into nursing school! Thanks for being real with all of us regarding what being a nurse really is like.

[@mackenziemoreau8441]

Can’t wait to be a peds nurse!! I graduate in December!

[@ritanejoazar7353]

Mackenzie Moreau congratulations hun

[@luisameraz4654]

Congrats! 🎈

[@corriebaker6268]

Luisa Meraz you’ll do different clincial rotations in school which will help you decide. And ultimately when you’re a new grad, you take whatever job that will get you some experience. If you go in to school with your heart set on a speciality you may end up disappointed.

[@krissy7342]

How it is going a year later?

[@spicymamioffour]

I am an elementary teacher, 16 years. Burned out, thinking of switching careers at 48! Found a 1year BSN program here in Atlanta, starting Jan. 2020, ending Dec. 2020. Watching your videos has been sooo helpful. Do you know of any nurse switching careers later in life?

[@cynthiakatalaya7073]

spicymamioffour Im 37 and Im thinking of going back to school for Nursing! I guess it’s never too late!

[@LanceDaPsycho]

Mila Sania Omg, I just finished my OB/Peds rotation, and one of the OB nurses told us she became a nurse at 38, and that it’s NEEEEEVER too late. Lols.

[@nia-mya8734]

hey I'm moving to all soon. what school is it?

[@spicymamioffour]

Nia Mya It’s Mercer University’s school of Nursing. One year program, once all pre reqs are satisfied. The only issue is that it’s $60,000-yikes!!!

[@spicymamioffour]

Nia Mya I forgot to add that it’s the Atlanta campus, not the one in Macon.

[@blahblah941]

I'm a social worker and I'm considering joining a hospital when I finish my Master's degree. I admire and respect nurses to the fullest and so should EVERYONE else. You are absolutely beautiful and you vibrate with joy and good energy - even though I am not a nurse, I've chosen to follow your channel because so much of what you say is true.

[@Sarah-jw1ri]

I hope everyone realizes that despite having less schooling than a doctor, nursing is still really intense and hard. It’s not going to be a walk in the park where you can study the night before and call it good. Just because you got an A in anatomy and physiology, it does not mean nursing school will be a breeze for you. If you decide becoming a nurse is really what you want, then also realize your job will be consisting of charting, giving medication, charting, calling to transfer patients, and charting (it does vary for specialty obviously), but don’t expect some fresh out-of-Med-school doctor to whisk you away on a chariot with Derek Shepard hair, all the doctors are old and type A personality. Also, if you didn’t get into nursing school, try becoming a CNA for a year or two! It’s a small step to becoming a nurse and I knew a CNA who was in nursing school and after she graduated, she was able to go from CNA to RN on her floor. It was nice for her to have that connection and inside advantage.

[@morarose9892]

This is something that does help put me at easy. I was nervous to take this route but it does help me be aware of the different routes.

[@KiaraMadisen]

Your videos are SO crazy helpful! Thanks a million ❤️

[@carolinesutton8975b]

Ikr same!!

[@newblessings4610]

Never tell people you’re a nurse, lol. They will drive you crazy asking questions. I just love your channel and your positivity. Once I finish nursing, my passion in NICU or PICU. I currently work in pediatrics now and I love the little ones. Keep making videos! ❤️

[@PoolCarol]

Good job! As a nurse educator of 22 years teaching at all levels, it is good to have a place to refer students to so they can go in with eyes wide open!

[@nelfi11]

Thank you for all you have said. I will be starting nursing school this fall. I am very nervous, scared, anxious, happy, excited all at once. I love seeing crazy stuff.i am currently certified as a medical assistant/HHA but with that title i have been working as a phlebotomist in a hospital setting for 2 years. I love everything I see, hear, and do. Something I love about working at the hospital I am employed at, I get to go to the rapid response and code blues and those are my absolute favorites situations to go into. It has taught me to remain calm and just listen to all the nurses, doctors, RTs talk, and while doing all that still have to do my job and go in, and take blood of whatever they need for labs. Like troponins, cmp, CBC, type and screen etc...thank you for all your positivity ❤🙌

[@zacharyallen4956]

Girl you have a talent for keeping things real and positive. Your video really touched base on some topics of nursing I didn’t even think about!

[@angelmarie222]

Amazing 💨when I get older I wanna be a Neonatal Nurse practitioner🥰and you inspire me so much 💛🖤

[@dannyp9090]

Same here !😊👨‍⚕️

[@niyahperin6613]

Meee too !

[@diddlediddle0927]

I work with some amazing NNP's, go for it!

[@hurricanelinny]

Same here im so excited 😆

[@gianaroblox2284]

Angel C I want to be a midwife nurse, OR neonatal nurse, I’m leaning towards midwife.

[@Richardscreoleblend]

Hey, Lexi. I'm 45 and have just started my path toward nursing school. Working on collecting prerequisites now. I have Speach Communication, Criminal Justice (elective), Comp I, and I just finished College Algebra for Summer II. I start my Fall classes in a couple of weeks. I like to pour through videos, right now vids on A&P (one of my upcoming courses), and opinion pieces on nursing in general. I found yours to be insightful and I wanted to thank you. Be safe and loved.

[@cameronstag]

I wanna be a CRNA but sometimes I think about being a pediatric nurse just because you inspire me 💕

[@missthabie]

Do both lol...I’m about to graduate and my plan is to go into the PCICU and eventually CRNA in a children’s hospital

[@topanga26]

Best advice is to be a floor nurse for at least five years before going for your masters. Learn and know all meds and disease processes and labs and really have a grasp on nursing before becoming an NP. Nursing is not the field you want to go straight thru with education without being on the front lines first. Experience is everything in nursing!

[@teecee6655]

Sameeee

[@AnneLien1987]

I've been a nurse for 10 years and have to agree with what you say. The only thing I don't experience is respect for my job. People in my country look down on nursing. But I couldn't care less.

[@maemconcepcionlagare7751]

:(( what country do you live in?

[@hajiribrahim9183]

Facte period......

[@crazyK_Z]

I really appreciate how you don't say stuff like "if you dont like.... then this might not be the career for you", but instead give advise on what to do to perfect it!!

[@SydneyDelRose]

I am about to begin an accelerated BSN program, and sincerely appreciate this video. You seem like a gem of a person - beautiful inside and out. Thank you again for your words of wisdom! I am beyond excited to get going with nursing!

[@suanichavez7866]

I’m at the end of my pre requisite and I’m really scare starting the nursing program. I keep debating if I can be a nurse. Your videos help me a lot to give me an idea how nurse can be. Thank you for being sincere it keeps me motivated knowing that I’m not the only one that has this feelings and that it’s going to be hard but not impossible ♥️♥️♥️

[@victoriacc444]

Any updates?☺️

[@ashleyjudithh]

Any updates?

[@haileyearls1963]

This is all great. I wanted to be a nurse for years until I took my first anatomy class. Dropped that so quickly and changed my major, but I still love watching your videos! 💗

[@rachelbespaly1129]

Hey I know you posted this two years ago, but I’m now taking my first A&P class and I’m failing it and thinking of dropping it and I’ve failed other classes before like chemistry and had to retake that. I’m thinking nursing isn’t for me either, but how’d you figure out what carrier to switch to? What do you do now and are you happy you switched?

[@sarav6478]

Thank you for being genuine and real. ❤️ Love that you put the ugly, bad and good out on the table. You haven't changed my mind yet on becoming a nurse. Looking forward to everything nursing has to offer. Keep up the great work! ❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏

[@paulao.8378]

just got accepted into nursing school, can you do a video maybe teaching/explaining different basic skills, or how you studied for certain classes (such as pathophysiology)? Im a newer subscriber so my apologies if you’ve already done this. Love your channel 😊

[@PrettyKay00]

Paula O. There are TONS of different videos on YT about study tips & tricks for nursing school. Just know that you may have to tweak your study techniques to fit what’s best for YOU! Don’t worry about what everyone else is doing. Sure you can use their tips but you’ll have to figure out what works for YOU! Me personally I wrote things out time & time again & watched videos. My good friend could look at something twice & have it memorized so obviously we did NOT have the same study techniques however her technique worked for her & mine worked for me. Good luck! It’s all worth it in the end ❤️

[@drizzy_2898]

I’m going into my senior year of high school next month and unsure of what I wanna become. I love art and being creative and would love to purse it but fearful of everything happening right now I’m unsure. I also wanna help people so I’m thinking of becoming a nurse or therapist instead and keeping art as a hobby.

[@kee7374]

Ignore the ignorant comment. A nurse is more than a “doctors assistant”. If you want to learn more about the nursing lifestyle you should check out a youtuber named Mizzvaine. She is an avid gamer but is also a nurse practitioner. I promise you you will not have to give up your love of art. You can be a nurse and be an artist on the side with no problem and being confident of your financial stability. The best thing about nursing is that you can discover any field you want, whether you like newborns or want to work in dermatology or want to do ER or women’s health or LITERALLY ANYTHING. There is something for everyone

[@hannahbunny3375]

this is exactly me!!!

[@chloekitty811]

I’m exactly in your shoes right now

[@katieh.8149]

I really liked this video. Sometimes i doubt myself because i'm not sure if i want to work in a hospital like the way most nurses are described as, but the fact that there are so many fields makes me feel better

[@heracules545]

I am about to start college in two weeks, and I picked Nursing as a career choice. So, I was looking for motivational and inspiring videos and I am glad that YT recommended this. I am genuinely happy and thankful that you made this video to make those aspiring nurses to find ourselves and be prepared for what is ahead of us. Wish me luck! 💞

[@fluffy_wabbit8667]

i’m a junior in high school but i wanna go into nursing. your videos are very helpful!

[@janna7249]

Such a beautiful nurse you are. I start nursing school in 2 weeks, I'm so freaking nervous and praying I can do it

[@shyandagger4135]

Thank you for this video girl, I’m pre-nursing right now, almost done with my prereqs. This was a great video, all stuff I’m already expecting but it’s nice to hear it spoken about from someone who has experience in it. I know the “hospitals are a business” one is going to be a heartbreaker at some point in my career, your advice to “leave it at the hospital” and not take it home with you or carry that weight, is vital to success as a nurse. Again, really useful content. Thank you. 💕

[@bee3681]

i’m in my senior year of high school and chose my major as a nurse, i sincerely thank you from the bottom of my heart for this honest video.

[@OayxYT]

How you doing so far in collage?

[@Ari-sw9ef]

How are you? Where are you now?

[@bee3681]

@@Ari-sw9ef damn i forgot i wrote that comment. im doing well, i studied nursing for 2 years then changed my major to healthcare assistant for personal reasons! if there’s anything you’d like to ask go ahead

[@user-vo3hi4fz6e]

I love your video. This really helped me. I've been going back and forth for too many years trying to decide what to do with myself and nursing has always come across my mind, I just never went for it. Now, I'm bound and determined to take it on and your video is a wonderful confirmation of how tough it will be but also how worth it, it will be. Thanks! ps, you're beautiful!

[@michaelholmes5815]

Omg she is so incredibly beautiful. Like WOW

[@avaigtiben3831]

8:12 A good way to look at this is: Though you may run into ethical issues, your being there and trying your best to make the patient’s experience warm and comfortable could ease their stress about money. Maybe not a ton, but sometimes, having a stranger show they care for you is a great feeling in difficult situations. No matter how fleeting. Even a simple, genuine smile could shed light on a stormy day. And where there’s light, there’s hope.

[@lineavictoria2631]

I GOT ACCEPTED INTO NURSING SCHOOL IN 2020! ❤️

[@khaliam1343]

Wear your mask!

[@cactusrae1912]

Congrats! How is it going so far?

[@lineavictoria2631]

@@cactusrae1912 aww thank you so much for asking! I completely forgot i even made this comment. Nursing has been my dream carreer since i was 12, and i’ve been telling everyone about my plans. BUT after i got accepted, started in school and went into clinical for a few months, i started to feel a doubt within myself. I felt like i wasn’t actually happy and fully at home as i went in that direction. On my way to school every morning there was a kindergarten. I found myself dreaming about what it must be like to work in there, and i looked at the kids and the way they played. I dont know what the profession is called in English, but i think its a “pedagogue” or “kindergarten teacher”, maybe “social worker”? Nevermind 😅 every day when i walked past the kids, I felt a rush of happiness seeing the more free work space, and i instantly knew i had to make a change for my own good. But i was also terrified to admit to the world, not to mention MYSELF, that i had chosen the wrong path after all these years. I thought my future was set in stone and that i was going to be the best nurse in the game, but life really hits you like a brick to the face sometimes. Now, im waiting to find out if i got admitted into this new school to become a pedagogue (or whatever the correct term is). I hope you read my reply as this decision actually took a lot of me, and it means so much to me. I just dont feel like i would thrive in the nursing uniform, truly. Having the title “registered nurse” has a prestigious tone that people like, and nurses get a different kind of respect than a truck driver per say. And thats okay, but i cant live my life as a registered nurse just because it sounds good. Im gonna be working till im 65, so i might as well do what simply feels right ❤️

[@cactusrae1912]

@@lineavictoria2631 Hi! Thank you so much for the reply! Job satisfaction is something i find really important as well, so I’m happy you choose a path that would benefit that! I wish you the best❤️ If you don’t mind me asking, what part of it made you reconsider a career in nursing? I am currently on a hunt for a career path, and have recently been researching into a career in nursing. I am still uncertain whether or not it is for me so i am really curious about your answer? Of course, if you don’t feel like answering that its completely fine! I’m really happy for you, not many people has the guts to make such a big decision! Have a good day :)) Thanks again for the reply.

[@lineavictoria2631]

@@cactusrae1912 oh no its totally fine to ask! I just didn’t wanna write a whole paragraph if you weren’t going to come back to the thread 😂 i talk a lot so bucklenup and stay with me in this one lol. I decided to switch career paths because i felt like there was too much of a pressure on me, to step in and always take action and BE CONFIDENT the decision was right for the patient. I guess you could say the responsibiliy scared me, and im a very controlled and organized person to begin with. Thats why my anxiety about responsibility really doesn’t make sense in my ears... many of my class mates were much more loose in many situations, and they’re still in school. The question is if they actually feel the same way i did, but dont want to change their path 😕 I think many people have realized many things about themselves during lockdown because you’ve been forced to listen to your own thoughts and feelings about things you maybe wouldn’t have payed much attention to otherwise. I knew i had to change my path as early as around the 2 month mark of being in nursing school, which terrified me because i had just started working on what was supposed to be my dream career 😬 nursing is an amazing field, but you have to be sure in your own judgement at all times during your shift. Your every move can determine how the life of another human being is going to go. Thats also a beautiful, powerful thing. Truly! I’ve just never trusted myself enough, i feel (thats based on childhood trauma.. yaay!). Another thing to note is that people in nursing tend to work on autopilot. Things move way, way too fast for the average human being in some kind of need. (Note: I’m Danish, so the hospital system might be built different where you’re from) A sick person needs care that is sometimes very urgent and it HAS to go fast, but nurses tend to move onto the next patient as soon as they’ve done what the protocol said they had to do. Not much else. In eating situations, they dont take time to sit and hold the hand of the 90-year old with dysfagia, who is someones mother. Those seemingly little things are rarely prioritized 😔 When i was in clinical i loved spending actual time with the patients. They’re so kind and often very thankful for your help, even if its just a new shirt or a diaper the nurse didn’t have time to help with. I often cried because i felt so helpless.. i wanted to help them all and give them the love and care they deserved. Not just the steril and “simply nescessary”, but also the human-to-human connection they needed. I assume school costs you a lot of money where you are, so dropping out may be a shitty solution if you were to end up not loving nursing school. Revise if this field and the responsibility is within your bones, really. Clinical is very interesting and you realize that you honestly dont learn much from reading or solving tasks on paper😅 if it doesn’t cost you money (as we have it in Denmark) i’d say you should definitely give it a go. The theory and actual book-schooling can be very interesting if you like working with the weak and elderly specifically. I felt that we were taught so much about how to care for those kinds of patients much more than we were taught how to care for a 30-year old seemingly healthy person. I felt like the elderly took up too much of the overall experience in nursing school, but that might just be a personal preference thing ☺️ I also want to tell you that putting on that uniform every morning of clinical is going to feel so good. It feels like slipping on the title and authority you’re working so hard for. But, the uniform comes with a lot of expectations, pee, poop, blood, sweat and tears 💪🏽 you feel strong and capable, but you can also feel small and insecure when you, as a student is in a situation where you’re the only one in the room and the patient is counting on YOU. You might love it or you might not, but keep an open mind and let your gut feeling guide the way ❤️

[@mariekano9730]

I'm graduating in may 2019 and my last semester as a senior is BRUTAL. You would think senior year is easy sailing...Lord I've never cried so hard in my life. I think too when you're in the middle of the nursing program like sophomore junior it hits you too. I've had no sleep, lost weight cause I never had time for breakfast, long hours in clinical plus way too many exams lol it can be torture. However if you have a good support system in the nursing school it makes it way easier. But it's worth it though it's my version of military school Healthcare style. My friend is in medical school and he tells me it's much much worse than nursing school though. But if you really are passionate about nursing hard work shouldnt stop you

[@TamKam]

One thing you need to know as an ER RN that ppl will want to kill you if you bring them 1000mg Tylenol instead of the Dilaudid for their hang nail that they requested. 😂😂 but I still love my job

[@Samsak870]

I'm nurse too

[@PrettyKay00]

Lmao 😂 you just made my day. SO accurate!!!!

[@TamKam]

@@PrettyKay00 lmaooo the struggle be so real

[@Samsak870]

Ohh really I know if being a nurse

[@Samsak870]

Can I have the number pls

[@johnpsych96]

I needed to watch this video thank you! A tip I would like to give is failing is not an end to a dream but a lesson to be learn and grow from.

[@mayaibarra5230]

I never believed how hard nursing school was until I started it. IT IS HARD GUYS DONT GO INTO IT THINKING THIS IS AN EASY MAJOR!!!

[@chloerussell4746]

Love your videos so much! I start my program in August and I’ve been STRUGGLING with my last few pre requisites this semester and really been telling myself this is not for me. Thank you for the encouragement!

[@giannachacon1846]

I would also encourage folks interested in nursing school to look up unions like the California Nurses Association (CNA) and National Nurses United (NNU). They represent bedside nurses all across the country and help nurses advocate for patient care issues like Medicare for all

[@andyonline6654]

I was so unsure if I actually wanted to be a nurse but ever since I started watching your videos I knew I truly would love the field. Thank you for all the information you've given us and thanks for being one of the only honest nurses on youtube

[@rutheigirl96]

Currently in nursing school and will be graduating March 2021. It’s hard but watching things like this gives me hope

[@Sunkissbabe2]

Is it hard? I’m not a math person etc but I don’t mind working with people

[@rutheigirl96]

@@Sunkissbabe2 it’s a lot of critical thinking but I think it’s doable for anyone with the passion of taking care of people. Im not the smartest person but I work hard because I have a goal in mind

[@charityrobinson7701]

I seriously can't wait to be a nurse. Nursing has been my dream for as long as I can remember. I will be starting my BSN journey in the fall. Love your videos!

[@morganderrick6912]

Charity Robinson good lucks to your dream, nurse

[@sarahtoler5878]

How's it going with school, Charity!?

[@Datb2]

I have my entrance interview for the Nursing program at nipissing uni in Toronto tmr so this is perfect timing! Wish me luck y’all

[@shannonriley5370]

Jean Masiyiwa good luck!

[@Datb2]

@@shannonriley5370 thanks it was decent but nervous to find out

[@dajaharvey129]

Did you get in

[@Datb2]

@@dajaharvey129 I find out Monday will update you lol

[@julysascott3384]

It seems like everyone is trying to get into the nursing field I know for sure I am 🙏🏾💛I just graduated highschool back in June I didn’t start college yet but I will next semester I know it’s going to be tough 🤧I am willing to give it a try nothing is easy out here we have to buss our ass to get what we want 👏🏾I’m also a new subscriber 👍🏾‼️

[@Alisa-bp1yp]

I just started my pre reqs im so excited. I'm also looking for a cna program to do while I finish my pre reqs. :):)

[@reinaescobar4]

Alisa B you go girl 💗💗💗

[@bobbietarr1267]

That's awesome!

[@bieberlovers227]

Yesss!!!! I am a CNA and have been throughout nursing school...I’ll be graduating this May and the hospital I am currently working at has an RN opening for me. It’s a great way to get into a hospital and for experience as well.

[@jiggyjaayee9142]

Dalia Chavez what was your whole process ? As far as college , CNA etc ! I'm thinking about getting into the Medical Field and I want to become an RN but don't know where to start !

[@Alisa-bp1yp]

@@jiggyjaayee9142 im just majoring in nursing at community college where im working on the pre reqs which will allow me to apply to nursing school. The councilors at my college guided me pretty well in that sense. Im sure if u contact a councilor at whatever college/uni you plan to go to yhey can probably get you on the right path.

[@venisharichie6309]

Honestly I love nursing but it can be challenging. It’s a lot of hard work because dealing with people is not always easy. One of the hardest things is dealing with the death of a patient I got close to. It’s hard but I wouldn’t have any other job because I love helping people. I get to get up everyday and make a difference for someone else so I love it with the ups and downs.

[@janemaina1020]

I have been a bedside nurse for seven years and I am really tired needing an urgent change. I came across your videos and after watching each one of them I discovered that I can definitely make a drasctic change within my many years as a bedside nurse. Thank you very much for sharing all your ideas.

[@booklover466]

Been watching your videos since I started nursing school and now I’m graduating in May 2019 and I agree with everything you’re saying 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@xxtyrese]

Randomly found Ay that’s what’s up💯💎

[@amandamason1949]

How long were you in nursing school? I'm currently enrolling

[@xxtyrese]

Amanda Mason I wanna be a RN , I can’t give you the answer but you better not give up. You will do amazing just keep going even if things get hard. I believe in you💎💎

[@amandamason1949]

@@xxtyrese thank you love ❤ goodluck to you too

[@booklover466]

Amanda Mason 2 years of prenursing and 2 years of nursing school. So 4 years to get your RN, BSN. That’s how my school does it, idk if it’s different in others schools

[@avaigtiben3831]

I just found this channel, and I already appreciate it. :)))) I want to become an RN in the future, but I really don’t want to go into such a serious and important career, blind. I know I’m not ready to become one yet. Luckily, I still have four years until I even get to college, so I have time, all I need are resources, and this is, by far, my favorite. Thank you!

[@jessicarees5427]

Lexi! Always love your content. I started following you when I was in nursing school. Nursing is hard, it’s stressful, we go through a lot! You’ve helped inspire me not only in my nursing career but also in starting my own KZbin channel. New videos up weekly! 💕 Xoxo Jess

[@58Peg]

Thank you for your videos. They are so upbeat and encouraging. I've been an RN since 1982 working mostly in Home Health. I've working in the hospital when first graduated from nurse's training. Working in the hospital is essential before going into the Home Health field. You've mentioned in another video how many different fields of nursing are possible. That is the beauty of the nursing. There is a job for anyone. I would not care to work with sick children or babies. Just not my thing. I love geriatrics. If you like procedures, surgery or clinics might be a good place. If psych is of interest, there are jobs for you too. So many areas to choose from. Nursing is the place to be!

[@sunnysalas9945]

Truly enjoy your videos, it feels like I am listening to a good friend. I just got accepted into a BSN program!!!⭐️💛

[@lia.soprano]

You posted this the day after I got my acceptance letter to nursing school!! Thank you for all your inspiration 💕

[@Bobalina323]

Hey! Can you do a video about how you balance work and life as a nurse? So far that’s what I’m questioning cause I want to hopefully have kids one day ❤️❤️

[@antoinetteosborne2290]

I'm a home health aide and Cna I love taking care of people but it's time to move on up..to nursing I can't wait to start soon!! Thank you for sharing this video your such an inspiration to me

[@rache2813]

Antoinette Osborne that's exactly what I'm going to be doing!!! Can't wait to start my journey!!

[@antoinetteosborne2290]

@@rache2813 that's awesome!!! I'm proud of you! you go girl 🤩👍💜

[@jelly5664]

I’m really glad to hear that you also had a weak stomach. I have that now and I’m contemplating going into nursing. I’m not sure, it just oddly feels right. I’ve tried looking into other careers but something just doesn’t feel right. It’s like something is missing or isn’t fitting. Something feels like it’s just clicked for some reason

[@Shanaynayy]

I am currently a veterinary assistant and doing nursing classes. Very similar! Everyone expect’s you too know everything and having to turn a patient away because of money is very hard. I love my job and I love helping animals and people. You’re videos have helped me out a lot getting through classes ❤️

[@girdishiadonatien4267]

I applied for nursing school this month just waiting to be called .love your videos ❤

[@badkawaiikitty]

Thank you for addressing problems with ethical issues & compassion fatigue. "You do your best and it is what it is."

[@jay-peephillips2349]

Hands Down... your the prettiest nurse I've ever seen... & my Mom's an Auxilary Nurse 😄😘

[@adriannaguzman9512]

Loved your part about compassion fatigue! I’ve been an official STNA for going on 3 weeks now in a LTCF and there have been a few times where I want to cry on my shift seeing what my residents go through, but I always keep a smile to ease their pain and to comfort them as much as I can. It’s crazy to think that I never realized how fast I’d start to grow a respect for STNAs and nurse’s. The next step in my journey will definitely be to become a nurse, but I also want to stay as an STNA, specifically, to gain a respect for the profession and to learn basic care before I move on to nursing school.

[@Abc-lh8vy]

She’s funny 😂😂 I like how she’s not being so serious she’s fun

[@eunicepanda]

I’m glad that I’m still for nursing because I still love my job as a nurse assistant. Man, it is hard with many patients, but at the end of the day, it’s still rewarding!

[@TheRin02Kagamine]

Your tip about having a weak stomach is so comforting to me! I almost fainted in my first operating room rotation (I have a history of fainting), but the second day was fine and I’m getting better every day! I’m finishing up my high school program in the ICU, and I graduate in 2 months. I’m starting my BSN program in San Francisco in 4 months :)

[@chrislikesturtles5085]

Incredible i had no idea how tuff this job is you really changed my mind on how hard a job like this could be. Nursing is a topic I no very little on, i have not gone to school for, but I heard it is such a wonderful thing because you are helping others. I’m happy you are in charge because you are stunning and literally know every topic, she graduated from a prestige college and talked to many people and many hours into this. Just want to say Thank you. Here’s my two cents, what’s great is eating healthy, healthy increase the likelihood of your overall life, highly recommend eating vegetables often maybe try a dipping sauce might help the taste to satisfy your tastebuds. She has Great hair too, she so positive and exotic she’s the one that is the mentor gosh she is famous love her let her fix the world give her a raise 😇🤩

[@jillianparmelee7293]

i just paid my deposit for a direct entry BSN program!! i am SO excited and cannot wait to start my nursing journey ❤️❤️

[@TGoodzable]

Jillian Parmelee congrats!!!!! Is that refundable?

[@jillianparmelee7293]

Smart_Brown_Girl_Tc it is not refundable. but no worries for me as i will definitely be attending starting this fall 😊

[@TGoodzable]

Jillian Same here I was just curious especially in relation to how much I’ll be spending for my education. Thought I’d ask and thanks for answering!

[@yanelihernandez3851]

Did you graduate? :)

[@Chrissyyyyy_.]

Girl you're so pretty!!! Im 16 and i have decided that I wanted to be a nurse so im just doing my research on it and i found this video very helpful tysm!

[@jadynnely6401]

Just got accepted into nursing school!! Getting my masters to become a forensics nurse‼️🤞🏼

[@orianadiazmoffa]

omg. I'm one of those students that you mentioned. The ones are very eager to help and heal patients and it is totally true what you said about being disappointed when you find out that health care is a f* business. It is really sad how people can make a business out of HUMAN HEALTH. I love your video! Thank you for being so honest.

[@amyakendrick2235]

hey girly, i wanna become a registered nurse in my future. but i was wondering if you could do a high school nursing video? btw...i love youuu❤️ edit: um did she like this comment?😭😭

[@brookej8411]

Sophie Jean ctfu

[@amyakendrick2235]

Brooke j so she didn’t like it?

[@dajaharvey129]

LMAOOO

[@laurenjatich5682]

GAH! I love you girl! I feel like you hit all the things I wonder about. I don't think people realize compassion fatigue is a thing and I'm so glad you mentioned that a hospital is a business. I work in a facility and I dont know why but I never thought of it as a business until I started working in one. Love how real you are! Don't ever stop! And appreciate all you do!

[@alisonsophiemarie466]

You don't know how many times I got asked "what job are you going for in the future" and everytime they ask me I go straight to a mental breakdown. I mean I want to be a nurse,but no at the same time,I want to be a teacher but no at the same time.😥 If anyone got any suggestion it would be super super helpful💗💗💗

[@saiab8252]

you can become a nurse professor/lecturer you can teach about something you like

[@MissAyce]

Thanks for sharing. For years I’ve been more serious with wanting to go into health. And want to go full in I realized I always had that dream but never been open on it because I only seen me be more in creative aspects in career. But as a child I had my own medical books my parents get for me. And now I’ve changed my perspective after a horrible breakup. And that it’s been my calling this entire time. I’m 32 turning 33 next month and been working since 16 and big part was temping as receptionist in my community on and off. My fave has always been at the clinic. Second teaching k/1. Thanks for helping us prepare what we’re getting into. I started on the On-Call list first time since I started almost 14 years ago and this second week has been chaotic and stressful BUT really I still want to start pursuing a career in healthcare. Sorry if my comment is a bit everywhere. I’ve been slipping in my writing skills. ❤

[@Kifunji.Charles]

I’m new here……Starting nursing school next week📌😌

[@sharita7270]

Congratulations and I wish you all the best!!!

[@brittanycourtney3991]

praise... currently a junior in my bsn program and literally kinda avoiding people who i know would ask me medical questions i “can’t” answer. I’m just now able to critically think as a junior and it’s intense but it’s coming together. I also feel like I still don’t know exactly what I want to do. I loved my aid job 7 months ago.... realizing the reality is horrible bc we are not advanced enough at all compared to other hospitals that are right down the road. I am burnt out from wanting to change things that I can’t... currently at that point right now. This helped me so much. I have had the most stressful past week or so. This has helped so much❤️ Staying organized is rough and I have been letting it accelerate my feelings. It’s nice to take a step back because I relate to this so much. I have never had a patient complain about me and i love hearing their families thank me. The patients are all that matters at the end of the day.

[@mslexidesiree]

“let me just pop a little band-aid on you” 😂😂😂

[@moniquepaschal1295]

I AM SO GLAD I FOUND YOU! I always avoided the idea of nursing because I have a weak stomach so I was scared I couldn’t handle it. Like I can watch my blood being taken or shots, but the idea of cleaning an infected wound or having to give stitches grosses me out. But ALL I watch on KZbin are nursing videos and I always think “ugh I wish I was tough enough I would totally just go for it” I love sciences and school and learning about health care and the body and that was always the thing holding me back. But recently I’ve been thinking about it more like maybe I can just GET OVER IT. Maybe over time I will desensitize to it? Bc I used to not be able to stand the sight of blood or even hear someone throw up but now things like that don’t bother me. Anyways, that just motivated me even more 💞

[@emilydamjanovska5306]

did you end up getting into nursing ?