- 22
- 38 877
Life A La KC
United States
Приєднався 20 лип 2020
Hello Everyone! My name is KC and I'm a Registered Nurse, currently working inpatient at a Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern California. Welcome to my little corner on the internet where I share my life - all things nursing, health, and lifestyle. I hope you stay awhile and subscribe :)
5 Things Every New Grad Nurse Should Know Before Starting A Nurse Residency Program & My Experience
Hello Everyone!
First off, congrats on making it to this point in your nursing journey as a #NewGradNurse! I remember watching a lot of YT videos before starting my #NurseResidencyProgram just to know what to expect, so I hope you find this helpful. As always, if you have any questions, leave them in the comments and I'll be happy to answer. Good luck! :)
MY NURSE BRAIN:
fornursesbynurses.etsy.com/listing/1354792046/nurse-brain-sheet-4-patient-report-sheet
EQUIPMENT I USE
Camera: amzn.to/42pxInw
Camera Mic: amzn.to/3OvWLPM
Camera Lens Protector: amzn.to/3Sj9Iha
256GB Memory Card: amzn.to/3UnkTrO
Tall Tripod: amzn.to/4bsBMaL
Short Tripod: amzn.to/3SLachp
Battery Charger: amzn.to/3uhG9EP
iPhone Case: amzn.to/4bgZ578
First off, congrats on making it to this point in your nursing journey as a #NewGradNurse! I remember watching a lot of YT videos before starting my #NurseResidencyProgram just to know what to expect, so I hope you find this helpful. As always, if you have any questions, leave them in the comments and I'll be happy to answer. Good luck! :)
MY NURSE BRAIN:
fornursesbynurses.etsy.com/listing/1354792046/nurse-brain-sheet-4-patient-report-sheet
EQUIPMENT I USE
Camera: amzn.to/42pxInw
Camera Mic: amzn.to/3OvWLPM
Camera Lens Protector: amzn.to/3Sj9Iha
256GB Memory Card: amzn.to/3UnkTrO
Tall Tripod: amzn.to/4bsBMaL
Short Tripod: amzn.to/3SLachp
Battery Charger: amzn.to/3uhG9EP
iPhone Case: amzn.to/4bgZ578
Переглядів: 6 965
Відео
Engagement Vlog | he proposed on my birthday, things to do in carmel, & my nontoxic skincare routine
Переглядів 1668 місяців тому
Hello Everyone! It's been way too long since I've posted anything on UA-cam, but I'm baaack and so excited to share this one with you! My now fiancé proposed to me on my 33rd birthday during our little getaway to #LePetitPali in #CarmelByTheSea. I hope you all enjoy watching #TheProposal! CLEAN, NONTOXIC SKINCARE Indie Lee: amzn.to/3UzmP0e True Botanicals: amzn.to/49mPGta Evolve Organic Beauty:...
New Grad Nurse Vlog | starting my nurse residency program in the trauma unit as a float pool nurse
Переглядів 1,2 тис.Рік тому
Hi Friends! I hope you enjoy this week in my life as a #newgradnurse as I start my nurse residency program in the #traumaunit as a #floatnurse. Enjoy! Instagram: @LifeALaKC Nurse Brain: www.etsy.com/shop/ForNursesByNurses AMAZON Click & Carry Grocery Bag Carrier: amzn.to/3yLBz06 Dining Table (similar): amzn.to/3FsqhSg Self-adhesive Towel Rack: amzn.to/3lfFCyw Dining Chairs: amzn.to/3ZPLmha King...
Moving Vlog | New Grad Nurse | unpacking, building furniture, and shopping for my new apartment
Переглядів 771Рік тому
Hello Friends! I hope you enjoy this #movingvlog with a little unpacking, organizing, and shopping for my new home. I can't wait to share a full #apartmenttour and how life and work has been going as a #newgradnurse. Enjoy! Instagram: @LifeALaKC Nurse Brain: www.etsy.com/shop/ForNursesByNurses AMAZON Dining Chairs: amzn.to/3ZPLmha King Bed Frame: amzn.to/3Zz2KXT Casper Mattress: amzn.to/3T1s1aq...
MOVING VLOG: Empty Apartment Tour + Unpack With Me | New Grad Nurse
Переглядів 1,9 тис.Рік тому
Hello Everyone, I'm so excited to share my new home! This is part 1 of my #movingvlog, so I hope you subscribe and join me in this new chapter of my life as a #newgradnurse. Enjoy my empty #apartmenttour! Instagram: @LifeALaKC Nurse Brain: www.etsy.com/shop/ForNursesByNurses Music by Up. - Soltice - Honey Essence - on.soundcloud.com/i6cXP Music by Dave Nunes - Cater 2 U - on.soundcloud.com/YGkH...
Moving Vlog | New Grad Nurse | apartment hunting in NorCal, passing the NCLEX, & my pinning ceremony
Переглядів 285Рік тому
Hello Everyone! This video includes my #nursingschool pinning ceremony, sharing my #NCLEX results, as well as all of the apartments I toured while #apartmenthunting. Enjoy! Instagram: @LifeALaKC Music by Ebony Loren - I'm Good - thmatc.co/?l=AA883466 Music by Up. - esentrik - Knew Better - on.soundcloud.com/vgdeT Music by Up. - BAVR - Take Care - on.soundcloud.com/PTqTf Music by P-Holla - Forre...
Tulum Mexico Vlog | Celebrating My Nursing School Graduation And Looking Forward To What's To Come!
Переглядів 862Рік тому
Hello Everyone! I know it's been a hot minute since I posted, but this is a trip I took to #TulumMexico after graduating #nursingschool and before taking the #nclex. So much has changed already since we went on this trip, but I hope to find time to record and keep my little video diary up to date. I hope you enjoy this vlog! Instagram: @LifeALaKC Music Credit: Music by Up. - KARYO - Number One ...
Day In The Life Vlog | Nursing Student | 24-hour trip to San Francisco to surprise my family
Переглядів 1942 роки тому
Hello Everyone! I hope you enjoy this #dayinmylife. I spent 24 hours back home to surprise my family so of course I had to vlog! I’ll have a #nursingschool update video up as soon as I can, because I have so many updates! I will also have a travel vlog up in August! I hope you enjoy and thank you for watching! FOLLOW ME Instagram: @lifealakc TikTok: @lifealakc MENTIONED VIDEO The Fascinating Be...
Days In My Life Vlog | Nursing Student | winter break from nursing school & home for the holidays
Переглядів 1402 роки тому
Hello Everyone! I've been MIA from UA-cam for too long, so I promised myself and others that I would post at least one more time before the New Year. I've been so busy with school and work, especially because #nursingschool has been kicking my butt! But I plan on posting more regularly in the #newyear! Cheers to #2022 and thank you all for watching! FOLLOW ME Instagram: @lifealakc Music by Jayl...
DAY IN THE LIFE OF A NURSING STUDENT | First Day of Clinical On Campus!
Переглядів 8093 роки тому
Hello Everyone! Thank you so so much for watching my first #dayinthelife video as a #nursingstudent! My first day of clinical was definitely exhausting, but so much fun! My next video will be another week in the life, so be sure to look out for that. Enjoy! FOLLOW ME Instagram: @lifealakc Music by Jaylon Ashaun - Company - thmatc.co/?l=255CF5CB Music by Jaylon Ashaun - Finer Things - thmatc.co/...
WEEK IN THE LIFE OF A NURSING STUDENT | Pharmacology, Dosage Calculation Test & Sharing Some News!
Переглядів 7773 роки тому
Hello Everyone! In this video, I share an exciting but very busy week in my life as a #nursingstudent. I just finished Pharmacology this month with an A- and passed my dosage calculation test on the first try! I used Picmonic (discount link below) to help me really understand all of the medications and watched these two videos to ace the dose calc test: ua-cam.com/video/hnzZKY8SGbE/v-deo.html u...
Nursing Student Winter Break VLOG: 2021 Vision Board, Preparing for Next Semester, & Family Time
Переглядів 4033 роки тому
Hello Everyone! Happy New Year! In this video, I share my winter break from #nursingschool, my #visionboard for 2021, and how I"m preparing for my next nursing class, which is Pharmacology! Good luck in this next term if you are a fellow #nursingstudent! Thank you for watching! Music by Jaylon Ashaun - Company - thmatc.co/?l=255CF5CB Music by Mr. Thibs - Moving On (feat. Juice the Comedian, And...
First Semester of Nursing School Update | Did I Pass? | Life Update
Переглядів 6373 роки тому
Hello Everyone! In this video I share how my busy, first semester of #nursingschool went! Being in an #acceleratedBSN program is no joke, but we did it! We made it through #firstsemester and I couldn't be more grateful for all that I've learned thus far. I hope you enjoy this video and Happy Holidays! Thank you for watching! Music by Jaylon Ashaun - Company - thmatc.co/?l=255CF5CB Music by Jayl...
First Day of Nursing School | Birthday Month Vlog
Переглядів 5633 роки тому
First Day of Nursing School | Birthday Month Vlog
Nursing School Orientation | GRWM | September Vlog
Переглядів 3783 роки тому
Nursing School Orientation | GRWM | September Vlog
My Life Before Starting Nursing School | August Vlog
Переглядів 2504 роки тому
My Life Before Starting Nursing School | August Vlog
Summer Before Nursing School | July Vlog
Переглядів 1894 роки тому
Summer Before Nursing School | July Vlog
Nursing School Supplies Haul | Nursing Student Must Haves | Part 1
Переглядів 9874 роки тому
Nursing School Supplies Haul | Nursing Student Must Haves | Part 1
Nursing School Interview Questions | How I Prepared For My Online Interview
Переглядів 20 тис.4 роки тому
Nursing School Interview Questions | How I Prepared For My Online Interview
Starting Over In My 30's | complete career change, new nursing student, new life
Переглядів 9654 роки тому
Starting Over In My 30's | complete career change, new nursing student, new life
This video was very helpful, I start my residency in October!
Good luck to you! I start mine tomorrow, Oct 7.
Great information!!
The other thing is if it seems toxic work environment dont stay for sake of experience. Look somewhere else.Always stand your ground and never tolerate an abuse from another nurse ,manager or patient.Speak up .
I'm so glad, I was able to view this video. Your positive outlook and advice was very helpful! I am currently in the process of applying for new grad programs, which type of questions are usually asked in interviews? is there a helpful resource to use to practice new grad positions questions?
I failed my nclex but i already started working at my nurse resident job 😢 i am worried if i dont pass it next month I will loose my job
You got this! What are you using to study?
@LifeALaKC I just started using bootcamp and trying to stick to their study plan
@@sakurafox4551have you heard of mark Klimek? Listen to lecture 12.
how's studying going for you?@@sakurafox4551
thank you for this !!!
Hii I just got accepted to a new grad residency program and will also be in float pool! I am very excited, yet also nervous about floating to multiple units. Being a new grad its already hard getting acclimated to one unit let alone multiple. How was your experience and do you have any tips for me! Thank you
Can I ask if you have worked as an assistant such as CNA or PCA while you were in nursing school?
@lindseychoi Yes, I worked as a PCA while I was in nursing school
@@LifeALaKC Thank you for letting me know! Would you recommend me working as PCA or having internship if I can do only one?
@@lindseychoi If there is a specific unit you would really like to work on as a nurse AND you can get an internship on that unit, I'd recommend getting that internship. I didn't have an internship, but those in my new grad cohort who did have an intership got hired on the same unit they did their internship on. If you don't know where you'd like to work yet, I'd recommend working as a PCA because as a PCA, you are responsible for your own assignment of patients, you'll practice time management, patient care, bedside manners, etc. PCAs do a lot of the same things that nurses do besides give medications. My PCA experience allowed me to speak confidently in my interviews about patient care, prioritizing which patient to see first, noticing changes in a patient and communicating that to the nurse, etc. Regardless of which you choose, either experience will give you an advantage as a candidate for a new grad residency program! I hope that helps!
@@LifeALaKC Wow! Your advice/tips help me a lot to make my decision. Def the best advice for me ever. Thank you soooo much! I would like to work in medical/surgical unit first and cardiac ICU unit later. I will look for Medical/Surgical unit internship when the hiring posts are open next year. I also would like to try PCA for more hands on experience but I heard some hospitals do not hire nursing students for PCA jobs because they want applicants who can work for a few years. But I will do my best to look for PCA jobs as well. Thank you once again! Hope everything goes well for you!
That’s so cool that your float pool. Cause I’m also in float pool , any new tips and advice as a new grad
Very helpful video!! Thank you so much
I start my residency in the summer..I’m both excited and nervous at the same time. Talk about imposter syndrome.
Same girl. Wish there was some kind of support group lol
My interview for an LPN program is on Friday!! I'm so excited and nervous, thank you so much!!
Good luck tomorrow! You got this!!
Thank you! This video helps put my mind at ease as an almost-new-grad!
I’m so glad it helped! ☺️ Thank you for watching!
Well I made it to the interview phase 😊…. Now the anxiety begins 😂
You got this! 🙌
@@LifeALaKC I GOT ACCEPTED
@@jessicaduranbirruete1233 YESSSSSSS!!!!!! Congrats girl! 😍🥳👏🏼
Thank you so much for this video, I am currently applying to a new grad program at a highly prestigious hospital located in northern California as well. Is there anyway that you can give me some tips about applying to a new grad program? I am graduating in May and I am very nervous about landing a job or getting into a new grad program, any tips would be helpful but I’ve been trying to prepare for this since last summer and the application process is in a few days. Thank you so much ! 🫶🏻
Thank you so much for watching and congrats on your journey thus far! I'm so so excited for you; May is just around the corner! 🥳 I honestly could (and should) make a whole video on this, but until then, here are some things I did before I applied that may have helped me and hopefully will help you too: 1. Apply to more than one New Grad Program 2. Research the hospital before writing your cover letter 3. Write a good cover letter -- there are so many helpful resources out there, but here's one: www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/nursing-cover-letter 4. Get certified in BLS and ACLS (and PALS, if applicable) 5. Include your clinical hours, certifications, work experience, awards, clubs/honor societies, and volunteer hours on a one-page resume (I recommend templates from Etsy and Canva) 6. Prepare, prepare, and prepare for your New Grad Program interviews! I'd watch every UA-cam video available on this topic 🤓 I hope this little bit helps. I'll try to get a video out that might be more helpful for you, but you got this regardless! 🙌🏼
Thank you so much! I don’t have any volunteer experience since I’ve always worked full time and became a mother in nursing school. I have my cover letter and will definitely review the hospital website ! interview questions 😬😬😬 . Thank you
Im sure her ratio is lower with no assistive staff
😁 Promo-SM
Thanks for this insightful vlog! I am graduating this month and I am high-top nervous about the NCLEX and deciding where to do my residency because it's such a commitment! 😮💨
Thank you for watching! Early congrats on your graduation and good luck with the NCLEX! You got this 🙌
@@LifeALaKChi I am a international graduated nurse and I don't have any hospital experience and I have passed NCLEX so what is my next step should I go for nurse. residency program or join as a new nurse in a hospital after orintation
@@delwin5433 Hi, I would highly recommend a New Grad Nurse Residency Program if you don't have any hospital experience. I had hospital experience as a Nurse Assistant prior to my New Grad Nurse Residency Program, but because there is such a steep learning curve, the New Grad Program really helped build my skills and confidence with all the extra classes, resources, and support that come with being a part of a New Grad Program. I hope this helps! 🙂
I may not be in the business, but I love it; of course I’m biased but, good job, Baby! These can be applied in day to day, as well.
Cookie delivery service at the hotel?! Is it dog friendly? Curly wants to come on vacation too 🥺
Cookies delivered to your room every night! 🤤 And yes, doggie friendly. Carmel in general is super dog friendly 🐩🐕
Also crying with y’all at the proposal.. SO HAPPY FOR YOU BOTH! ❤
Love youuu 🥲🤎
❤Finally!❤Nice memories to keep and treasure for many years to come! I am so happy for both of you !
*Promo sm* 😇
Very sweet 🎉
🎉🎉🎉 Happy Birthday enjoy, congratulations
These vlogs are soo good.
Thank you! I appreciate it! 🥰
Congratulations on your new job! Love the new place and the new content 🎉🎉 cant wait to see me.
Thank you so much! I can't wait to share more!
congrats KC!
Nice vlog guys. We love Tulum and filming our Mexican series. I love the music choices. - Bear
Very cute
Thank you so much for this! I am interviewing soon and I found your tips very helpful! I hope Nursing school is going well for you! 🙂
Yay, I’m happy you found it helpful! Good luck on your interviews, you got this! 🙌🏻
thanks for using the music!😭🙏🏾
Thank you for making good music!
I enjoyed watching your video today. You are simply amazing and did a great job. You have a lovely channel
Thank you so much! I appreciate it! 🥰
👌👌👌
I am also graduating this year
Luckily I got the holidays off this year too!
Omggggggg you postedddddd!!!! Im so happy! 🥺😍🎉🎉merry Christmas and happy new year
It’s about time 😅 Thank you for watching! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! ❤️
Yayyyy new vlog :)
This was such a great video, thanks so much! Do you recommend any questions on asking at the end of the interview?
Thank you for watching! Here are a few questions I would have asked if I had more time during my interview: 1) What percentage of graduates pass the NCLEX their first time taking it? This will give you a good idea of how well your program will prepare you for the NCLEX. 2) Does the school provide an externship opportunity? Not all programs provide an externship, but it's definitely a plus if they do! 3) What hospitals does the school have partnerships with for clinical? This will tell you where you'll be learning as a nursing student, and if they partner with a hospital you hope to work at in the future, even better!
I totally hope you post again soon, you are lovely!!
Thank you! 💕 I definitely want to start posting again soon! So much going 😆
@@LifeALaKC GOOD!! No problem girl 🤗
Thank you for this video! I have my interview for nursing school this week!🙏🏻💗
No problem! Good luck on your interview! You got this!
Hi Angelica!! Just curious, any tips for nursing school interview? I have mine this week and super nervous TY🤎
Thank you for creating this video, it really helps me pass the interview 💐💐 Can you please advice me, what books I have to read to prepare me for the study?
Thank you so much for your video. It is very helpful to me because I am gonna have my nursing interview in couple weeks. I am so excited but also super nervous. I am just curious what question did you ask them at the end of your interview? Thank you.
Hi Stephanie! I'm so sorry I didn't get to your question sooner! We didn't have much time to get through all of my questions, but I was able to ask if students are still able to do clinical rotations in the hospitals (my interview was during the middle of COVID) and I asked what percentage of the school's graduates pass the NCLEX on their first try. Don't think too hard about the questions! Just ask them what you're genuinely curious about. Hope this helps and if you haven't had your interview yet, good luck!
Love thisss
San Diego native here!!! And new subbie! Lovvvveeeee your video
Yas! Thank you for watching and subscribing! Just subscribed to your channel too! 💕
I have my nursing program monday.... PRAYYY
Your interview or your program starts? Either way, you got this! 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Content: bomb Aesthetics: bomb Music choice: bomb I love your channel soooo much!!!
I’m so happy you’re enjoying my channel thus far! Thank you so so much for watching! 💕
Hi! What nursing school do you go to?
Hi! Feel free to DM me on Instagram @lifealakc.
omg you are the only other person I know who listens to jaylon! he’s one of my top artists! That’s so exciting you got to meet a few of your classmates. I’m in a respiratory therapy program and we’re online+go to lab once a week with a group of 5. I’m always nervous before check offs until I’m actually there haha. I enjoyed your video!!😃
Yes! Jaylon is so good! He needs to make more songs for us to put in our videos 😆 I hope your program is going well! And I agree with you 💯 percent; check offs seem intimidating and then you’re like, “Wait, I can do this!” 💪🏼
Kucklesnog
Really loved your video! Im a nursing student as well and congrats on getting the PCA job and passing Pharm!!
Thank you! 💕 How’s your program going so far?
hey, I just discovered your videos and I really like them! <3 I also started with nursing school in 2020 and I already have a degree in business admin.
Thank you so much! How are you liking your program so far??