Why I Did Not Choose The ICU

[@mooreoz5851]

I'm looking to get in to the ICU because I want to attend CRNA school but you made very valid points for your decision. Loving the videos, keep them coming!

[@danielheredia4557]

Male, NYC , RN. I've had trouble deciding which dept to work at. ER sounds intimidating but the rewards for future studies you mention are enticing. Thanks for the insight.

[@wmedinaful]

I love how you think ahead and plan out your path to what will really benefit you towards eventually becoming a PA. You are really inspiring and I love how well spoken you are. May God bless you and help you attain all your goals.

[@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro]

Peace be to you Mr.Brown! The ER will give you an EXCELLENT foundation for medical management which includes some procedures! Try to get some skills like line placement (if you're allowed there) and suturing! You will be incredibly sought after as a PA! I have used the knowledge and skill set I garnered during my rotations in ER for the past 17 years. You NEVER know what's going to show up in the ER. You ALSO learn to prioritize ("Treat the teenage skateboarder w/ a possible broken toe or, the middle-aged obese guy w/angina first?")🤔

[@ZiMakeUp]

Yes, my feelings are hurt. Do NOT ever say ICU is quiet, aha. That is so offensive to us ICU nurses. You may not get that patient interaction but you learn to interact with their loved ones while your patient is sick.But best of luck to you though!! Still look forward to your videos.

[@laonabenda2135]

Awesome! Good points and that is it, finding your fit. There are so many options and fields for nursing specialties. Thank you!!!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Laona Benda Yes, I totally agree:)

[@lucresd1542]

I'm starting my 3rd semester bsn next month. I'll be doing oB, peds, como, and informatics. Last semester I had the opportunity to go on the ER for one day .omg I learned so much, putting in catethers, iv, drowning blood, running iv. Then when I went back in my medsurg unit, it was boring. I'm contemplating getting a student nurse position in the ER

[@john3658]

I admire your video as a fellow nurse! Do you use your I pad to take notes during report when in ER or just strictly for school?

[@brianharrison3676]

Your videos are amazin. They remind me of my first year at UCSF medical center. Love watching your journey :-) Keep posting !

[@kaynenbrown5102]

I appreciate the kind words Brian:)

[@brianharrison3676]

Kaynen Brown, BSN, RN Always looking forward to the next video :-)

[@charlesgrey5838]

Omg keep up the good work this is so awesome!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Charles Grey Thank you Charles:)

[@solmarymedina3546]

You made valid points. You are really looking into the future which is awesome! I work in pediatrics and I love trying to guess the pts dx and I'm not a nurse yet. Starting in the fall as LPN then bridging to RN. Did you do better studying by yourself or with a group in school?

[@Alyssa18633]

I hope this isn’t a stupid question, but, are male nurses allowed to take care of, for example, like you said, vaginal bleeds of girls/women? Or are only female nurses allowed to do that? Sorry if this is a dumb question I’m just genuinely curious & don’t know

[@RayBoomBoomRoom]

Alyssa a nurse is a nurse and if the Male nurse or patient feel uncomfortable then she can ask for a lady or you can ask a little nurse to be there with you or change patient.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Alyssa No questions is a stupid one:). It does not matter if you are a male or female, you’re the nurse. Now if a pelvic exam is needed I will certainly make sure a female coworker is in the room as well.

[@Alyssa18633]

Btw this almost seems like a legit job interview lol you probably do very well in them

[@kfore10]

Coming from a new grad with difficulty deciding on ICU vs. ED, this video was EXTREMELY Helpful! #newsubscriber

[@julyski6544]

Honestly, a year isnt enough experience to be at least intermidiate in the arts of the bedside. But at least you know your goal early on. Good luck! I know you will do great.

[@JDaddy615]

Hey so why not choose NP? Usually NP’s have a little more freedom then PA’s and they’re more independent

[@simplychi9418]

how did you come about wanting to go to PA school? Was is during, after or before nursing school? What lead you to that decision?

[@MattandKatAdventures]

I also don’t understand why you would not become an NP if already a nurse. In NY NP or DNP is considered higher

[@simplychi9418]

there are differences..I really would like to know the differences that matter to him

[@charis3713]

Chisom Ogbuagu he made a video on his choice you can look on his channel

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Hey guy, I actually made a video on why I made my decision about this topic. I could make another video going more in detail. :)

[@mochabetty]

MattyPie NP and PA are considered to be the same mid level practitioners or APP(Advanced Practice Provider), everywhere in the US especially in NY. Pay is the same as well, one is not “higher” than the other.

[@3M13s]

applied to PA school this cycle, hoping for some love

[@kaynenbrown5102]

3M13s good luck:)

[@Melaniefan._.official]

You are doing good no matter what route you take

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Tavona Willis I agree Tavona!

[@rae7269]

I'm a new grad. I feel to inexperienced to work in the er. How did you prepare?

[@TheDonteWhite]

I'm so excited for ER nursing

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Donte White You should be man. In my opinion, it’s the best department in a hospital.

[@JL-ks8jq]

why does almost every nurse try to avoid the ICU? is it really that bad?

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Derp Queen I don’t know.🤨🤨I know many that like the ICU so it’s just preference I would presume.

[@brianharrison3676]

Derp Queen For sure it is just preference. Nurses used to say to me why do you work in the ED when I worked there and I would say why do you work in the ICU back. Lol

[@ZiMakeUp]

I avoided it cause I thought it was boring but my preceptorship never gave me the real deal. ICU is amazing. There is so much more to learn that the ED in my personal opinion.

[@hellojuneau8917]

What I hear from nurses are other floors and ER use more critical thinking versus ICU there's a lot of nurses that depend on protocol. Don't know if this is true or partly. Did you ever do a video on PA versus MD it other advanced practice routes??

[@ZiMakeUp]

Sqrb3arスクエアクマ UH, in my experience. It seemed many ICU nurses have more critical care experience. ER is like the bandaid. They stabilize. Don’t let me discredit them. Of course they are critical thinkers and you do see more a variety of stuff. ICU on other hand...they see everything and have to keep in mind why we need to start certain medications and do procedures.

[@Winston0Boogie]

If you put me in either I'd be just be happy. I prefer ICU right now but to each their own. :)

[@leospicegirl]

is this your new house or family home? it’s really nice

[@kaynenbrown5102]

heaven laí Haha it’s my parents!

[@Filipinogenetics]

What department do you think would be good for primary care FNP? I’m currently med/surg oncology... first job and been on my own for about 3 months. December graduate also🤘

[@tabaribrickhouse474]

im going to school for respiratory therapy and eventually want to be a PA

[@whodathunkit9115]

No, you are not an ICU nurse because you take ICU patients for "3-4 hours". You are still an ER nurse.

[@tooshay9908]

Awesome video!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Shalisha J_futurecrna Thank you:)

[@nurse_shellz]

Prior to transitioning LPN to RN (school) I knew ED was my first choice-ICU my 2nd. Fortunately, I was able to precept in ICU prior to completion & I agree....Two completely different environments: ICU is too quiet, a lot of computer clicking & 80% of the patients don’t talk!! I like interacting with patients & I love chaos....”Organized Chaos”!! Emergency Department is LIT 🔥😂 You’re doing great Kaynen

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Hahahaha thank you Shellbie! I agree, it's so great to have everyone interested in different departments.

[@alexrodriguez1008]

Love you videos bro! But the sound or voice is really low just pointer. Other than that I enjoy your videos

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Alex Rodriguez I know, it might be my voice haha. Thank you:)

[@mirandaalexis]

ER nurse life >>>>>>

[@antaya715]

What's PA school? Sorry lol (from New Zealand)

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Symmone Yates A PA is a clinician that works along side a doctor to treat patients. If you have nurse practitioners in New Zealand then that’s what a PA is only they attend a school of medicine rather than a school of nursing. Some say it’s a provider that is in the middle of a doctor and a nurse...if that helps you better understand.

[@antaya715]

Kaynen Brown, BSN, RN awww that's awesome!! Yes we have Nurse Practitioners but that comes years after graduation for us and a masters degree lol. Good on you and all the best of luck 👍

[@RockSimmer-gal4God]

Im thinking oh icu or cardiac doctor. Er isn’t something I’ve thought of. I want the patient interaction.

[@Chrysy.s_ego]

It just feels unreal coming back watching your videos 🥺🥺 been watching you since I was a sophomore in hs and now I’m a freshman in college !!! It’s insane hahah love you!

[@Chrysy.s_ego]

And oh I’m a pre-nursing major

[@spookytook]

you were talking about thinking about the diagnosis in the ER. Did you start thinking like that in the beginning or did it come with time?

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Manny Perez I did not think like this at first! It’s something you will learn after seeing so many cases:)

[@spookytook]

Kaynen Brown, BSN, RN awesome. have you talked about why PA over NP?

[@elaineacero6315]

Manny Perez I was coming on here to ask the ‘why pa over np?’ As well

[@LifeAtTiffanys]

Why PA and not NP?

[@kaynenbrown5102]

193tiffany I made a video on this topic. You can watch it if you would like:

[@mad3inh3ll]

Love your videos. Very informative.