Wisdom Regarding Grades In Nursing School

[@NurseBass]

Solid video brother. That take-home about the differences between being able to study information for regurgitation vs studying information for memory and actual application is always true. I preach this all of the time. Keep grinding.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Nurse Bass So important right?! Thank you so much for the kind words.

[@daviddedos]

I've been watching a lot of your videos recently. I'm currently in pre-nurs and Im going to start a BSN program pretty soon. I've been experiencing a lot of self-doubt lately. The minimum exam and grade averages have been weighing on my conscience. It's hard for me to believe that in 2-3 years, I'll be knowledgeable enough to work in a hospital. I realized something that I want to share with anyone who's doubting themselves: everything is in your power. If you put in the work, the results will show. Plain and simple. Ima go hard in nursing school. I hope these words help anyone else experiencing self-doubt.

[@hellojuneau8917]

"Comparison is the thief of joy." You speak great knowledge, keep learning more and sharing that knowledge to others :) We need more people like you and assuming you're about my age, most definitely we need more youngsters with this mentality that you have. Thank you.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Thank you!!

[@BubblesBaybehh101]

I subbed because I applied for the nursing program at NSC for the second time and wanted to know what it was actually like on the inside. I had a whole mental breakdown over grades. Really felt like I wasn’t smart because I always struggled with my exams but would do well on my labs and practicals. So this was really great wisdom to share!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

KenishaDenise Hey, sorry to hear about that! NSC is a great school and my girlfriend is actually on her first semester there right now. Nursing school was much better than the requisite courses for me....you are no longer competing with anyone. Everyone helps each other out:)

[@BubblesBaybehh101]

Kaynen Brown, BSN, RN Thanks! I meant like last week I put in my application for the second time there. And found your videos right after and binge watching some while I wait for a letter lol Congratulations to your girlfriend! I know a couple people who just finished and are almost done. I had the roughest time with prerequisites. It’s been like 6 years since I’ve been taking classes and retaking. Trying to turn C’s into A’s and B’s into A’s. Just tried to be perfect focusing on grades and feeling like I couldn’t do it even though I’ve known at the age of 10 it’s what I’m supposed to do. It really messed me up. But I’ve realized I’m just a B student. 🤷🏽‍♀️ also being a first gen student is hard! But doable. Like you said in this video we learn differently and the hands on stuff is easier for me than taking exams. I can’t wait to finally be in and get started! Your videos have made me feel more confident and answered so many of my questions about nursing school. I’m sorry for the super long message lol but thanks for this channel, Kaynen!

[@ShutterSpeedGaming]

This is so motivating to me right now! I'm in pre nursing taking psychology, English, A&P 1, and A&P LAB all during this summer semester. I've been stressing like crazy and working very hard to get this done. I've been stressing about grades cause I want to make all A's. This has really motivated me to take it easy and go with the flow. I will continue to shoot high for my grades but where I land I will accept it and keep striving for excellence. Thank you for your insight, This nursing journey is no joke but its good to have people like you giving wisdom about the journey that makes it a lot easier.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Thank you so much!! It seems like you have a busy summer, finish strong!

[@user-lz3kr5pc7x]

Such an important video. I often feel less than because I chose to go the LPN then RN route away from my friends but I realized from listening to my peers in my program that we all come from different backgrounds with something great to offer with different end goals. Great video man!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Jazmyn Well said man! Thank you, I'm glad you like the video's.

[@Abmarp]

This is sad. I feel like I'm the B student. I'd understand the information and be able to explain but the tests have just been "normal.' I believe that I'll do well in nursing by the grace of God.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Colette Monroe I think you'll do just fine!!

[@Wittymore]

That's me now

[@johndequito]

Ann Betsa Good luck. I know you’ll do well.

[@xxrosaxx1000]

I wish grades weren’t important 😩 in my nursing school a B is an 86-93 and an A is a 94-100

[@adrianacunanan]

I had the same professor that you referred to in this video and he made such an impact on me and the type of student I have become. He was tough but his side lessons on not being too hard on yourself when I️t comes to exams and such were so insightful. Anyway, really like the videos and happy to see a Vegas local making moves!

[@sabrinaclark7773]

I'm in pre-nursing and I'm sooooo nervous, but your videos have been making me feel so much better about myself. thank you so much!

[@annamusenga3163]

Congratulations on finishing the semester so well! I hope I can be that chill when I go to nursing school! I agree with your point even though I am in pre reqs and finished my A&P2 with a B- I can totally grasp and explain clinical concepts when my professor asks!! Very encouraging!! Enjoy your break!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Anna Musenga I'm sure you will, just remember to have faith in your abilities as a student nurse:)

[@shaquanadavis4359]

I'm glad the semester went well for you, I still have finals unfortunately but next week is my last week. I can finally enjoy my break. In college,it's normal to get caught up on what your classmates got on a test or as a grade. I agree with you .But as a nursing student , it's not about the grade so much, more so passing the class and being able to apply what you learned in clinicals effectively. I know students,who were just like you said got A's and B's in class or on test. However when it came time for clinicals they were unable to apply what they learned to an actual situation . You don't look like, the usual nursing student at the end of the semester Stressed Out. You look so relaxed .I wish my school , had more guys that were going in/ in the nursing program. 1 semester left and you will be Nurse Kaynen 👏👏@KaynenBrown

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Shaquana Davis One more week to go! Yes, I totally agree, it's very hard not to compare yourself to other! Thank you so much:).

[@shaquanadavis4359]

Kaynen Brown You're welcome 😊, I look forward to seeing you talk about your journey, as a new grad nurse ,applying for jobs,picking up your cap and gown. As well as your advice for nursing students ,in your last semester. I know you will be a great nurse. I have a question do the guys in the nursing program have it easier,than the girls in the program at your school ? At my school yeah ,the guys are favored over the girls since it's not that many of them. I showed my advisor your video and she said you look almost too good to be true to be a nursing student Lol.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Shaquana Davis hahaha wow thank you so much! Ahh I don't think they have it easier, but we definitely get singled out a lot to do certain things. Haha

[@nelsonnico5784]

Shaquana Davis

[@BIGKAYEE]

Very inspiring video Kaynen , currently in Nursing school , you’re right it is highly competitive but EVERYTHING you’ve said here is truly important. SUBSCRIBED!

[@dbenj8219]

That is me, I do well in the theory but clinical not so much. I dropped out of school because of it but I am returning this August, I don't feel it was so much of the clinical pressure but not feeling confident and knowing what I am doing in clinical being that I don't have any medical experience but I am working towards actually being more hands on and understanding what is required of me in clinical as a nursing student

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Davisha B that's the best thing to do!

[@dbenj8219]

Thank you 😊

[@marinahl2340]

I love this video. I just finished my first semester of nursing school and I really needed to hear this. I'm normally an all A student but this semester I got all Bs. My perfectionist side felt like I failed by not getting these As, but in reality nursing school is nothing like prereqs. It was very different and I needed to change my study habits & I changed them to late in the game to get that A. But I feel like I still learned a lot and that I'm going to kill it next semester! Keep up the great work :)

[@andersondasha71]

Great job on the semester. Such an inspiration!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

andersondasha71 Thank you so much:).

[@thedarkknight3721]

Kaynen Brown RN BSN Career Coach Understanding, Overall Awesome Human being , that should be your legacy for starters 👏👏👏👏

[@greenleaph5145]

2:53 Same as STEM then. I went in to CC and transferred to Uni with the intent of majoring in Computer Science. Let me tell you, the whole ride has been nothing but competition and collaboration.

[@micheller1162]

This is an incredibly motivating video, thank you!!!

[@SocialNurseNews]

Good for you! Nursing School is no joke!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Thank you!

[@dominictrotter615]

I am currently in college in the U.K. Which is the end of high school I think for you people in the America. And I'm picking for universities at the moment and you reduced my anxiety for the grades don't to be the b all and end all thank you so much

[@kaynenbrown5102]

dominic trotter I'm glad I could help, good luck!!

[@dtae7855]

Again with another great video, bro! I swear you're def inspiring & I couldn't have seen this at a better time with my upcoming finals! I'm glad yours went well & I have to agree with the author of that awesome book! He's amazing & you're definitely on your way of creating your own path right alongside him! Keep inspiring! 💯💯💪

[@wanneewinniethepooh2009]

i think it is really important that you should hand on as CNA first then roll to nursing school.

[@Gam3r5t93]

Kind of a waste of time in my opinion.

[@whitney1720]

It is hard to not compare yourself to your peers. I enjoyed this video, it has a great message! Enjoys your summer break!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

eblovesed It is very hard, we all fall into that trap often. I had someone tell me once that, "the grass is always greener on the other side" and your mindset should be, "you're too worried about your own grass to notice that the other persons grass is greener". I'm glad you liked the video:).

[@wshelby83]

This was a great informative video. Congrats on doing so well in the spring semester

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Britanie Williams Thank you so much, I'm happy I could help you:)

[@Wittymore]

Thank you I needed this today I am a B+ nursing student but am so sad all the time because i want to get a A and am not.

[@katherinecruz3818]

I am not a straight A student. but I have. a 3.6... I actually study to learn and keep in my head. I take my time to understand and so if I get an A thats fine.. I keep an 86+ and as long as I learn I am happy, I know a lot of stuff while my other friends don't remember.

[@wedgepressure4313]

Great video bro! I love John Balinski! I'm subbed to CME for life, that's his youtube channel. He's so dialed in! I had a similar situation in my first semester. My clinical instructor outed me and told the entire clinical group that I have the highest grade in the class. this made everyone somewhat intimidates when speaking with me and that made me sad because the whole group put a label on me as "genius " and I'm totally not haha!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Healthy, Wealthy and Stealthy Agreed, he's a very smart man. That's good though man!! Seems like you did well your first semester:).

[@johndequito]

Great video. Thanks.

[@islamamir8267]

hey kaynen. I am at a local community collage and am in the stage of making huge decision for my life. I am really confused and don't know what to do. I wanted to apply to the ADN program this spring but I feel like am not going to be accepted. So if i didn't get accepted into a community collage program what should i do?. Do i have to change my major because there is no way i can get a BSN in nursing. I have taken all the pre-classes. Is there any option for people who don't get accepted in the program. THank you so much for helping future nurses with this videos.

[@janaenae3737]

Islam Amir the option is to not give up on school !! If you really want it keep going and trying until you get in !! Also apply to more then one nursing program someone will choose you have faith

[@marygeniusz6929]

omg im from nevada!!! but anyways great video! loved it and super helpful

[@lukamegurine7611]

Well now I'm stressed out for having an A in anatomy and physiology lol

[@aaronmccray4942]

great video as always man. just curious. what numerical grade do you all have to make in order to pass a class?

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Aaron McCray Thank you man! We need a 75% or higher on both exam average and class average.

[@aaronmccray4942]

gotcha. I know that's a challenge especially when taking multiple classes and having 3 or 4 final exams within days of one another (or even the same day). keep killin it man!!!

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Aaron McCray Yes of course. How are you holding up in your program??

[@aaronmccray4942]

Holding up ok, thanks. Finishing up my 3rd class (second semester). I have an 82.86% heading into the final which is about 22% of our grade. Unfortunately though, we have to have an 80% in each class to progress. I'm not too sure how it's going to end, I'm trying to stay positive.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Aaron McCray Hahah that's all you can do for right now. That and study. Keep me updated, I want to know how to finished!

[@nicolsontv5852]

Dope

[@raysgirl7]

great video

[@ethotyahmed9666]

hi there , i didn't get it ,are you graduating after 4th semester ?

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Ethoty Ahmed Hello! Yes, I will be starting my 4th and final semester in August:)

[@ethotyahmed9666]

Kaynen Brown i have to go through 11 semesters to graduate with bachelor degree from my nursing school 😂😂 , i'm about to start my 5th semester in coming days

[@GreyFox405]

Wow 11 semesters! thats commitment! good luck.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Ethoty Ahmed holly crap! Haha

[@karlacervantes3145]

Wow you got good grades. Wished I had your study Moto

[@kumabearfoodie]

But B's won't get you the nursing degree would it?

[@kaynenbrown5102]

toni b. Some schools no, when you're in the program they require all A's in order to pass. With that being said, from what I have seen here where I live, those programs tend to be easier to get into and have lower board pass rates. The more difficult schools to get into, all they require is that you pass everything with a 75% or higher and these schools have higher board pass rates.

[@tjrobertson6425]

Are you specializing in anything in the future?

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Jae McFarland I love the emergency department so that's where I hope to be after nursing school and even specialize in it after grad school.

[@tjrobertson6425]

That's cool. I'm kind of afraid of going there because you see anything but since I want to become a crna in the future that I have to have experience in the icu. So it's like I have to suck it up lol

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Jae McFarland lol don't we all. You'll do just fine!