Your video and your honesty was what I needed to hear tonight. I am half way through nursing school and I have been feeling very down about a recent bad grade. I work hard day in and day out to get the best possible grades in order to pass my classes and then when you throw in family commitments and loved ones that as much as we love them, can not understand the constant difficulties, it really starts to wear you down. However, I was so encouraged when I heard that nursing school is emotionally taxing. I needed that confirmation to know that this is normal to be feeling this emotionally fatigued. I know that I am strong. I know that I have conquered many battles and nursing school is going to be another challenge that I will finish with success.
I love this!! I changed careers and went back to school for nursing- I am halfway through my junior year now and I agree with everything you said. Nursing school is HARD and it will take up most of your time. You have to be willing to do it. Relationships, partying, sleeping, all have to come down the list priority wise. I will say if you love it and you get the passion it’s much easier to do!
my mom went nursing school, single mom 3 kids. we grew up dirt poor and pretty much unatended. she did it though not impossible for her. this was back in the 90's though.
Caroline, first of all, I love watching your videos, you are so inspirational! I am currently in nursing school, entering my 4th term(ob,peds and psych). What you are saying in this video is so true. I am 25 and married;I was waitressing as well. I knew that I would have to work less and actually had to move back home with my mother which she was not too happy about.Nursing school is truly something that engulfs your life. But, I am so looking forward to a bright, rewarding future and financial stability! love you!
I just had my first day on the unit today as a newly graduated RN. I'm so excited, yet scared for this journey to begin! Love your videos. Very inspiring. And everything you say about nursing school is true to a T :)
Hi Courtney!! So great to hear from you! Congratulations for starting your first job! Such an exciting time 😊 please let me know if you ever have a video request!! Always trying to stay relevant for new grads. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon !! xoxo - Caroline
Hello! Wow, I am so excited I found your videos! I start the RN program in August and I'm extremely nervous! Some UA-cam videos I've seen can be discouraging. I love that you have a realistic view, but still ended this video positivity! I think it's important for us all to remember why we're doing it! Thanks so much! I'll look for your book!
Jordan Wright Hi Jordan! Thanks so much for letting me know! It really means a lot :) Looking forward to seeing you on here again soon! Much Love, - Caroline
Thank you for your advice. I was a free spirited disorganized massage therapist prior to becoming a mom and going back to school. I'm petitioning for nursing school this year. Your advice is right on target. Thank you
namastelay78 Anytime!! Thanks so much for letting me know that the video helped :) A degree in nursing is hard, but definitely worth the efforts! Keep in touch & let me know if you ever need anything else!! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline
I have 2 semesters left until I graduate and I was ready to give up and drop out. It's so hard but I swear, when I saw this video, the ending motivated me and all of a sudden I had this immense feeling of motivation and I am going right back to studying and I swear nothing will get in my way. I don't enjoy nursing, ER, OR, or anything having to do with blood and death and all that but I would love to teach anatomy in a school and I feel like having a nursing degree would maybe help me. Thank you so much for being so honest, I swear if it had not been for you, I would have lost all hope.
+Zay Al Awe thanks so much for sharing that! I know sometimes all we need is a positive message & our energy can be renewed! I'm looking forward to celebrating your success in the near future with you! See you soon love! xoxo - Caroline
***** LOL, I graduated as an LPN. I have yet to schedule my NCLEX. I am currently taking classes for my ADN and now I need another 3 semesters after finishing this one. THANK GOD!!! May God bless you and push you higher and higher!
Hi everyone, I totally agreed of what you've said, I remember my nursing days, the emotional I been through, like every end of semester that I felt so nervous looking for my name if I'm still in. . . . . now I'm done with my MA, thanks to God.
I wanna be like you when I'm done with nursing school...I love the profession ..and I'm excited to start..I'm doing my nursing pre reqs and and doing very well so far but I'm a bit terrified of nursing school...
+Tina2tu Ohh that's sweet of you! Thank you for letting me know. with regards to your schooling.. all will be well as long as you do your part which I'm sure you will. If I did it you can too. I'll see soon here again. -xoxo
Thanks for your advice. Im considering going back to school and maybe try the nursing program but I am scared...I have kids and although I have been a stay at home mom for years now and my husband has been supporting us..I really wanted to get a job. My youngest is now 5 years old and is in full time kindergarten so I wanted to start earning money again, finally. By the way, I love the fact that you said you went back to live with your parents but obey their rules even though you are an adult. That shows you are a good daughter and you have good parents to have rules. It is their home so that's a price you pay for moving in with them... :)
Great videos. I'm 19 right now, I've decided to pursue a nursing career as well. I'll be 25 when I'm finished lol. It seems like a long time but when you're actively doing something time fly's by.
Hi! I love the way you laid out the truth about nursing school. I have to agree with every piece of information provided. This whole journey (pre-requisites and program) has taken me about 6 1/2 years to complete because I had to balance school, work and three little ones. However, it is very possible if you take all of the help you can. I recently graduated, passed my NCLEX , and plan to start working in the Fall. I have faith that all of this time I committed will pay off, as you said. :) Blessings! ! Thank you for helping us all see the light at the end of the tunnel. -Taty
Was in an ADN... and last 3 months had to drop out due to a near fatal car accident- then, couldn't afford to go back. I was recommend a color coded calender...and lots of family communication!
nowayyeswayful Awe yay!! Congratulations!! That is awesome that you already know where you want to go :) You will love it ;)Keep in touch!! xoxo - Caroline
Klara Keton Hi Klara! Thank you very much for letting me know. I'm glad to see you here once again. I wish you all the best and God bless your plans. Keep in touch! -xoxo
I found your video encouraging.. I'm a second semester nursing student and I really struggled my first semester trying to adjust to the level of organization that is required in nursing school. I'm doing a lot better now in my second semester although there's always room for improvement. It's difficult for us men because organization is by far not our strongest feature. With that in mind, if you're a man that's getting into the nursing program soon, remember to make good classmate friends (mainly women) that are willing to help each other out through the program. If you can join up with some male students that's great because that's extra support and it's easy to get along no drama.. However, having female classmates as friends is absolutely crucial.. because they somehow know all the little side details that is easy for a man to miss.. women are just more on top of things.. I mean, I had an A in A & P and an A in Micro, but they are just fast thinkers and their critical thinking skills are phenomenal.. Luckily this semester I've paired up with some incredible classmates that are willing to work together to succeed together. Anyway, I found your video encouraging because I've been feeling very exhausted lately because of all the time nursing school is taking from my life not to mention that I sometimes have a little bit of an insomnia problem so I'm just always exhausted.. and I was just browsing Michael Linares nursing videos which explain nursing topics with such an amazing clarity and your video was on the side.. so I clicked on it from curiosity and I'm glad I did because you had some words of encouragement.. Thank you for adding your final comments about how much better your life is now,.. that was exactly what I needed to hear!!!! Thanks again! :-)
Hi Hugo! Thank you so much for letting me know that the video helped you! Sometimes all we need is a few encouraging words to give us a new prospective & fresh mental start :) Also, thank you so much for taking the time to write some words of advice for other students. I look forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline
Do you mind if I ask if you are a nurse in California or a state where you have a mandated patient to nurse ratio? I think California they have a 4:1 ratio for floor nurses. I live in NJ, and one of the pitfalls of nursing is when you have to handle your Patients (that med cart) and half of the other patients (and that med cart too). Thanks for posting all these videos…I think your account of nursing is spot on!
This is inspiring. Thank you Caroline, I am pursing my second bachelors degree in nursing and I know its going to be tough but I like helping people and make a change in betterment of their lives. -Wes
Hi Wes! Thank you so much for letting me know! I really appreciate it! It will be hard... but nothing you cannot handle :) When you get a chance I just posted a video that I think will help a lot... here is the link: ua-cam.com/video/NVX84uahMNE/v-deo.html I hope this helps!! Please let me know if you need anything else!! See you soon! xoxo - Caroline
Hello I'm Lyndsey, Just found your videos, this was the second one I have seen so far, but I love them, and your message behind them! Im a young mother of two and start nursing school this upcoming spring! Im extremely nervous and excited all at the same time. I hope to seek more of your advice and inspirational videos, Thank you!
+Lyndsey Diaz hi Lyndsey! It is so nice to hear from you! I am so glad you found the channel!! Sometimes all we need to hear are a few positive words & our whole perception can change 😊 I hope you continue to watch as you start this exciting new phase of your life. Talk to you soon!! - Caroline
I'm about to finish my last semester. Did a career change at age 67. Nursing school is the hardest thing I've ever done. I'm disapppinted at the rather nasty drop out rate. Close to 50% in my program. Clinical grading is quite subjective and varies depending on instructor.
Ohhhh yes u did scare me lol. I'm very glad I watched this because I am also going to nursing school this upcoming fall semester AND I love writing just like you. I also wrote a book and I was afraid once I start school I wont have time to write anymore. Thank you so much, I needed to hear this:)
I don't think you scared anyone, I have two nurses that are friends of mine. One jut got her second week on the job...yay emily. They both worked all through school. One at famous daves and the other at AAA. They worked and still made it...
I feel like if I manage my time right I can do this. I don't have a car nor will I put in the money to get one no matter what my family says. Too many bills and I need that money in case something goes wrong. That way if I catch a trolley to school and back I can still do 12 credits a semester while working the weekends and afford to pay to be where I live. I'm just very lucky I have grandparents who let me stay at their second home that's already paid for besides having lot rent, a good part-time job that pays well, qualify for a pell grant, have my high school diploma, don't have kids, and live in a town that has public transit. I'm ambitious and don't want to put this off any longer and will do what I have to do to get to school.
@@ashton370 Very hard IMO. You have to be committed or else you probably won't make. Think long and hard before investing all the time, money and effort
im glad i have come across this channel..You describe the nursing studies in truth and that is the kind of reality we need i will defintely contact you for any questions
So you work on a geriatrics floor? Wow seriously, thank you so much for sharing so much personal information to help us!!! These videos are very informative.
Shai Murai Hi Shai! Actually I have a video coming up... the title is going to be something like "healthy night shift tips" or something like that & in that video I show a little stretching :) Stay tuned! xoxo - Caroline
Very informative! Thank you for all your insight on these videos. I recently got my Emt license, but I am now considering a career in nursing. Just wondering where to take the first step.
Hi Justin! Really nice to hear from you! Congratulations on your Emt license... I know that is a big accomplishment! I have a video that I think may help you decide what you next step is... here is the link: ua-cam.com/video/cQoTnihTk0g/v-deo.html I hope this helps! But let me know if you have any questions! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! xoxo - Caroline
What kind of nurse are you? And is it okay to first go to a community college and then transfer ? Can you talk about the pay rate too if you don’t mind ?
I have to ask what is it like to work in a hospital. I worked in nursing homes. From what I can tell most nurse spend time passing meds, taking vitals sings and so on. Those are the doctors order correct. Anything from vitals signs, IV's, im injections, blood tests blood transfusions are md's orders right. Do you guys have medicine carts in the hospital that have patients medications and so on. How often do you educate your and or teach them about nursing care or medicine.
Thankfully, I have no kids or no wife. I'm 34, and I really need to get the ball rolling. I tried asking my mom if I could live with them. I initially got very sad about what I was understanding. I then decided that I would work part time, rent a room from someone somewhere, work part time, get food stamps and financial aid. I don't care! If you want it bad enough, you'll do it no matter what you have to do! Rite?
Hey Caroline! I love your videos. So helpful! Ive been a cna for almost 2 years now (right out of high school) and im applying for nursing school (associates degree) in February for hopefully fall 2015. My school has about 4 start dates 2 in fall and 2 in winter. Im retaking my a&p to get an A and I have to take my pathogenic microbiology at the same time, and I am definitely a procrastinater!... but its getting better. Does your book have anything that would help with that? Anyways. Thank you so much for everything you are doing to help nurses and students!
How old were you when you started nursing school? i am currently going to school for Nursing assistant since i wanted to get an idea on what nursing is like. After that i planned on going for my RPN but i think you changed my mind into trying to go into the Bachelor Nursing program. Here in canada its only RPN or Bachelor but it seems like to bridge to the bachelor program it would be more trouble then its worth. Im 22 years old and by the time i graduate i will be 27.. i feel so old :(
I have some questions.. What age you started your nursing school and did you have any background study about nursing? without any background nursing Education can i get into nursing school? Thanks
Great video! I wasn't sure of what to expect when thinking of becoming a nurse, but thanks to your videos I'm getting a better idea. I'm still in high school 17 years old, and I'm really interested in becoming a nurse. I think it would be great to help people on a daily basis. A question I have is where do you work now, because my dream is to move to California, and make a living over there?
I want to be a nurse and man have I gotten total shit for it. Us guys who want to become a nurse do not deserve the stigmatization and the rationalizations that we're either gay or not smart enough to become a doctor. Piss off man lmao great video though (: Nervous to start my pre reqs 🙃
I was a wreck too. I thought I was stupid and would never make it. I thought I would at least try and excelled far beyond my expectations. Don't let anyone stop you or shake your confidence. I only have an associates degree, get a BSN if possible. But I've been a nurse 25 years in LTC. Take your time. I took 2 years to do my prerequisites because I worked full time. Nursing school went by like a dream. I studied hard but it's nothing you can't do. Don't believe the horror stories. It's doable. You want it, you WILL do it!
Hmm what if you're a grunt in USMC and you don't know much but how to lead into combat? I haven't done any type of schooling the years I've been In. I'm a wreck.
I'm 48 and in the process of registering for nursing school (streamlined 2.5 years). I was wondering the same. I figure someone will be desperate enough to hire me...haha Good luck!!
Thank you so much for your videos! I have my bachleors degree and want to switch careers to nursing! However, I think an accelerated program would be too difficult and fast paced for me. Would it be better to do an ADN program or could I do a generic BSN with no nursing experience? What do you think would be best in a situation like this? Thanks! :)
Kc Romano Hi Kc! Honestly, If I were you I would just shoot for the accelerated program.... If you go through the ADN program, you would almost be wasting all the time you spent on getting your BA. However if you really think that the accelerated program is too much, at least shoot for a generic BSN program :) I hope this helps!! Much Love, - Caroline
Ya the nursing. I just notice it's been a year. I wanted to know if you've been doing well. i'm planning to become a nurse too. It's good that you've been doing good, lol. :)
Thank you so much for this video! I'm 22 years old and just graduated with my BS in Exercise Science. I'm choosing to go back to school to pursue Nursing. What have you seen as some differences between earning your ADN/ASN vs. BSN when trying to work? As of right now, I'm thinking about getting my Associates and bridging to a RN-BSN program at a 4 year school after that to save money. Do you recommend this? Or do you recommend going to a 4 year school to directly get your BSN?
Hi Again Channan! Thanks for looking into the book! If you were not able to find it you can just go to Amazon & search: How to Succeed in Nursing School :) I hope this helps a lot! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline
I'm a 16 year old boy that's very interested and so motivated to become a RN, in Canada, Alberta it's super hard to get in to nursing school ,unfortunately. It's about a 91% average to get in I was just wondering since I'm a guy, are my chances better?
My dream is to become a OB nurse! I'm so nervous. I have 2 kids but i am married so my husband could help. But i do so bad on timed tests. I could know everything on the test but fail due to anxiety with the time :(
Hi caroline.. may i ask???..I'm confuse about my course if i will take up nursing but I'm afraid of it...thingking that nursing is hard , beside i'm not realy smart to understand everything espacially mathematics.I'm really poor at mathematics do i have a chance on becoming a nurse???
Hey!so recently I have been very worried ! I really am scared to take my pre entrance exam! I don't know how to study ? Please please help me out ! I am a junior in high school that has just applied to a LPN nursing program and so will have a pre entrance exam then an interview
beautiy21 Hi love! I do have a lot of study tips available! If you go to my website: EmpoweRN.com there is a tab that says "free youtube goodies" if you go there & enter your name + email address you will have all my tips emailed to you :) I hope this helps!! xoxo!! - Caroline
Thank you so much for your help!!! I just got my BA but recently decided I want to be a Nurse Practitioner! I am looking into accelerated programs where I can get my BSN in a year from having a BA. I don't think many exist. Do you know of any in CA? I want to do it accelerated because I have two years of studying for my Master's ahead and also, I only have a year left of financial aid! I know there are clinical requirements as well.
+jezibellika I have a Bachelor's already and decided I'm going to apply to a Master's in Entry Level Nursing program. I'm currently taking the prerequisites at community college now!
Hello from Ukraine! I liked your explenation about a nurse s work and other vidios. Soon i will be in America in NJ in WalIingtone. I have 37 and i want to be a nurse. I would like to change my professional. If i dont understand the math and chemistry can i study there? Can i take help from the college? Thanks for your response in advance
Hi i am planning on being an RN but i am really nervous. how long did it take you to get to the nursing program at your university, i've heard sometimes people are in the waiting list for two years. and what classes did you take?
I seen videos of ppl w five kids worked and made a 4.0 ppl are so negative.. my mom is 56 she worked 40hours a week and got a 4.0 n the masters program.. she still would spend time w my kids all the time.. most ppl dont have parents to take care of them.. its possible..
Hi Again! It took me 4 years. I would not say I didn't have a life.... but I did lose a lot of friends... They were replaced with friends that wanted to more out of life. So, it was ultimately a good experience :) xoxo - Caroline
lol ur so soft no offence im a medical student and imagine how many hours i would be studying a week 50-60 hoours a week, when close to exams nealy up to 80 hours or more depending on the difficulty my ideal study hours was 4-6 and then maybe 5 hours individual study but then everyone is differnt anyway congrants on your success
Your video and your honesty was what I needed to hear tonight. I am half way through nursing school and I have been feeling very down about a recent bad grade. I work hard day in and day out to get the best possible grades in order to pass my classes and then when you throw in family commitments and loved ones that as much as we love them, can not understand the constant difficulties, it really starts to wear you down. However, I was so encouraged when I heard that nursing school is emotionally taxing. I needed that confirmation to know that this is normal to be feeling this emotionally fatigued. I know that I am strong. I know that I have conquered many battles and nursing school is going to be another challenge that I will finish with success.
I love this!! I changed careers and went back to school for nursing- I am halfway through my junior year now and I agree with everything you said. Nursing school is HARD and it will take up most of your time. You have to be willing to do it. Relationships, partying, sleeping, all have to come down the list priority wise. I will say if you love it and you get the passion it’s much easier to do!
my mom went nursing school, single mom 3 kids. we grew up dirt poor and pretty much unatended. she did it though not impossible for her. this was back in the 90's though.
And government aid . Gov has tons of help for women
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Caroline, first of all, I love watching your videos, you are so inspirational! I am currently in nursing school, entering my 4th term(ob,peds and psych). What you are saying in this video is so true. I am 25 and married;I was waitressing as well. I knew that I would have to work less and actually had to move back home with my mother which she was not too happy about.Nursing school is truly something that engulfs your life. But, I am so looking forward to a bright, rewarding future and financial stability! love you!
I just had my first day on the unit today as a newly graduated RN. I'm so excited, yet scared for this journey to begin! Love your videos. Very inspiring. And everything you say about nursing school is true to a T :)
Hi Courtney!! So great to hear from you! Congratulations for starting your first job! Such an exciting time 😊 please let me know if you ever have a video request!! Always trying to stay relevant for new grads. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon !! xoxo - Caroline
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Hello! Wow, I am so excited I found your videos! I start the RN program in August and I'm extremely nervous! Some UA-cam videos I've seen can be discouraging. I love that you have a realistic view, but still ended this video positivity! I think it's important for us all to remember why we're doing it! Thanks so much! I'll look for your book!
i have watched a million videos to prepare myself for nursing school and yours is the best so far [=
Jordan Wright Hi Jordan!
Thanks so much for letting me know!
It really means a lot :)
Looking forward to seeing you on here again soon!
Much Love,
- Caroline
bruh its just nursing... chill - -'
Thank you for your advice. I was a free spirited disorganized massage therapist prior to becoming a mom and going back to school. I'm petitioning for nursing school this year. Your advice is right on target. Thank you
namastelay78 Anytime!!
Thanks so much for letting me know that the video helped :)
A degree in nursing is hard, but definitely worth the efforts!
Keep in touch & let me know if you ever need anything else!!
Looking forward to hearing from you again soon!
Much Love,
- Caroline
I have 2 semesters left until I graduate and I was ready to give up and drop out. It's so hard but I swear, when I saw this video, the ending motivated me and all of a sudden I had this immense feeling of motivation and I am going right back to studying and I swear nothing will get in my way. I don't enjoy nursing, ER, OR, or anything having to do with blood and death and all that but I would love to teach anatomy in a school and I feel like having a nursing degree would maybe help me. Thank you so much for being so honest, I swear if it had not been for you, I would have lost all hope.
+Zay Al
Awe thanks so much for sharing that!
I know sometimes all we need is a positive message & our energy can be renewed!
I'm looking forward to celebrating your success in the near future with you!
See you soon love!
xoxo
- Caroline
Zay Al
***** LOL, I graduated as an LPN. I have yet to schedule my NCLEX. I am currently taking classes for my ADN and now I need another 3 semesters after finishing this one. THANK GOD!!! May God bless you and push you higher and higher!
Hi everyone, I totally agreed of what you've said, I remember my nursing days, the emotional I been through, like every end of semester that I felt so nervous looking for my name if I'm still in. . . . . now I'm done with my MA, thanks to God.
I wanna be like you when I'm done with nursing school...I love the profession ..and I'm excited to start..I'm doing my nursing pre reqs and and doing very well so far but I'm a bit terrified of nursing school...
+Tina2tu
Ohh that's sweet of you!
Thank you for letting me know.
with regards to your schooling.. all will be well as long as you do your part which I'm sure you will.
If I did it you can too.
I'll see soon here again.
-xoxo
Thanks for your advice. Im considering going back to school and maybe try the nursing program but I am scared...I have kids and although I have been a stay at home mom for years now and my husband has been supporting us..I really wanted to get a job. My youngest is now 5 years old and is in full time kindergarten so I wanted to start earning money again, finally. By the way, I love the fact that you said you went back to live with your parents but obey their rules even though you are an adult. That shows you are a good daughter and you have good parents to have rules. It is their home so that's a price you pay for moving in with them... :)
Great videos. I'm 19 right now, I've decided to pursue a nursing career as well. I'll be 25 when I'm finished lol. It seems like a long time but when you're actively doing something time fly's by.
you should be done by now! Did time fly? Did you pursue a nursing career?
Hi!
I love the way you laid out the truth about nursing school. I have to agree with every piece of information provided. This whole journey (pre-requisites and program) has taken me about 6 1/2 years to complete because I had to balance school, work and three little ones. However, it is very possible if you take all of the help you can. I recently graduated, passed my NCLEX , and plan to start working in the Fall. I have faith that all of this time I committed will pay off, as you said. :)
Blessings! ! Thank you for helping us all see the light at the end of the tunnel.
-Taty
ty so much...im literally in tears. nursing school is a struggle for me. you have inspired me to continue....bless you!
Ciarra Jimenez Hi Ciarra!
Thank you so much for letting me know.
I know it is hard, but it is worth it :)
You can do this!!
Much Love,
- Caroline
How did it go?
Was in an ADN... and last 3 months had to drop out due to a near fatal car accident- then, couldn't afford to go back. I was recommend a color coded calender...and lots of family communication!
Thank you for your honest recall of what nursing school is like. As a nursing school "survivor," I completely agree with everything you said!
EdnCy Awe thanks so much for letting me know that you liked the video!!
Really looking forward to hearing from you again soon!
Much Love,
- Caroline
I recently got accepted and I also want to work in geriatrics. I'm super excited for this new chapter in my life!
nowayyeswayful Awe yay!! Congratulations!! That is awesome that you already know where you want to go :) You will love it ;)Keep in touch!!
xoxo
- Caroline
That encouraging message on the end of the video was just so sweet. I am looking forward to start nursing school this fall. Thank you. :)
Klara Keton Hi Klara! Thank you very much for letting me know. I'm glad to see you here once again. I wish you all the best and God bless your plans. Keep in touch! -xoxo
Yes! I'm glad you mentioned the excess sitting. It is a problem for me and I have to remember just to do a few yoga stretches.
Exactly!
A little stretching goes a long way :)
Gets the blood moving!
xoxo!!
I found your video encouraging.. I'm a second semester nursing student and I really struggled my first semester trying to adjust to the level of organization that is required in nursing school. I'm doing a lot better now in my second semester although there's always room for improvement. It's difficult for us men because organization is by far not our strongest feature. With that in mind, if you're a man that's getting into the nursing program soon, remember to make good classmate friends (mainly women) that are willing to help each other out through the program. If you can join up with some male students that's great because that's extra support and it's easy to get along no drama.. However, having female classmates as friends is absolutely crucial.. because they somehow know all the little side details that is easy for a man to miss.. women are just more on top of things.. I mean, I had an A in A & P and an A in Micro, but they are just fast thinkers and their critical thinking skills are phenomenal.. Luckily this semester I've paired up with some incredible classmates that are willing to work together to succeed together. Anyway, I found your video encouraging because I've been feeling very exhausted lately because of all the time nursing school is taking from my life not to mention that I sometimes have a little bit of an insomnia problem so I'm just always exhausted.. and I was just browsing Michael Linares nursing videos which explain nursing topics with such an amazing clarity and your video was on the side.. so I clicked on it from curiosity and I'm glad I did because you had some words of encouragement.. Thank you for adding your final comments about how much better your life is now,.. that was exactly what I needed to hear!!!!
Thanks again! :-)
Hi Hugo!
Thank you so much for letting me know that the video helped you!
Sometimes all we need is a few encouraging words to give us a new prospective & fresh mental start :)
Also, thank you so much for taking the time to write some words of advice for other students.
I look forward to hearing from you again soon!
Much Love,
- Caroline
I am in nursing school 1st semester and I am not so much organized. Thanks for the tips. I'll start being more organized.
Do you mind if I ask if you are a nurse in California or a state where you have a mandated patient to nurse ratio? I think California they have a 4:1 ratio for floor nurses. I live in NJ, and one of the pitfalls of nursing is when you have to handle your Patients (that med cart) and half of the other patients (and that med cart too). Thanks for posting all these videos…I think your account of nursing is spot on!
The positive feedback started coming in and lemme tell ya the inspiration came in & I didn’t doubt this career any longer 😭💖
This is inspiring. Thank you Caroline, I am pursing my second bachelors degree in nursing and I know its going to be tough but I like helping people and make a change in betterment of their lives.
-Wes
Hi Wes!
Thank you so much for letting me know!
I really appreciate it!
It will be hard... but nothing you cannot handle :)
When you get a chance I just posted a video that I think will help a lot... here is the link:
ua-cam.com/video/NVX84uahMNE/v-deo.html
I hope this helps!!
Please let me know if you need anything else!!
See you soon!
xoxo
- Caroline
Hello I'm Lyndsey,
Just found your videos, this was the second one I have seen so far, but I love them, and your message behind them! Im a young mother of two and start nursing school this upcoming spring! Im extremely nervous and excited all at the same time. I hope to seek more of your advice and inspirational videos, Thank you!
+Lyndsey Diaz hi Lyndsey! It is so nice to hear from you! I am so glad you found the channel!! Sometimes all we need to hear are a few positive words & our whole perception can change 😊 I hope you continue to watch as you start this exciting new phase of your life. Talk to you soon!!
- Caroline
thank u for being realistic, I can understand my daughter better more while she is in nursing program
I'm about to finish my last semester. Did a career change at age 67. Nursing school is the hardest thing I've ever done. I'm disapppinted at the rather nasty drop out rate. Close to 50% in my program. Clinical grading is quite subjective and varies depending on instructor.
Ohhhh yes u did scare me lol. I'm very glad I watched this because I am also going to nursing school this upcoming fall semester AND I love writing just like you. I also wrote a book and I was afraid once I start school I wont have time to write anymore. Thank you so much, I needed to hear this:)
My pleasure Broke!!
Thank you for the comment!!
Looking forward to hearing from you again soon!!
xoxo!!
- Caroline
Sure thing(:
I don't think you scared anyone, I have two nurses that are friends of mine. One jut got her second week on the job...yay emily. They both worked all through school. One at famous daves and the other at AAA. They worked and still made it...
Thank you !!! You were very encouraging while delivering the truth!
Co0k3i Your welcome love!!
xoxo!!
- Caroline
anything you put your mind too but it can be done!
Thank you for your videos. I'm going through this difficult time at the moment but I find I speciation to keep going through your videos.
Annie g Hi Annie!
Thanks so much for letting me know that you liked the videos!!
See you soon!!
xoxo
- Caroline
I feel like if I manage my time right I can do this. I don't have a car nor will I put in the money to get one no matter what my family says. Too many bills and I need that money in case something goes wrong. That way if I catch a trolley to school and back I can still do 12 credits a semester while working the weekends and afford to pay to be where I live. I'm just very lucky I have grandparents who let me stay at their second home that's already paid for besides having lot rent, a good part-time job that pays well, qualify for a pell grant, have my high school diploma, don't have kids, and live in a town that has public transit. I'm ambitious and don't want to put this off any longer and will do what I have to do to get to school.
I'm starting nursing school next month and I'll be 34. I have worked for 11 years. No reason to be afraid!!
how did it go??
Been a nurse for 4 and half years. Got my ‘MSN. Make over 100k. Good career. By no means easy
mcarroll78 how hard was nursing school?My mom a nurse making 100k also.I just wanna know what I’m getting myself into
@@ashton370 Very hard IMO. You have to be committed or else you probably won't make. Think long and hard before investing all the time, money and effort
im glad i have come across this channel..You describe the nursing studies in truth and that is the kind of reality we need i will defintely contact you for any questions
Hi Shem!
I'm glad to hear from you.
Thanks a lot for letting me know you liked the video.
It would be my pleasure to hear from you again.
-xoxo
Thank you for this! I am half way through my 1st semester and this (specifically the end) was so helpful and inspiring.
Hi Deanna!!
Thank you so much for letting me know!!
It means a lot!
Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
Much Love,
- Caroline
So you work on a geriatrics floor? Wow seriously, thank you so much for sharing so much personal information to help us!!! These videos are very informative.
***** Hi Bre!! Anytime!! It is a lot of fun for me to do this :) thank you for being there :D See you soon I hope!! xoxo - Caroline
Thank you so much for your advice I just decided that I want to go to nursing school but the problem is I'm not that advance in smart.
how do you stretch? can you make a video of how you do it on the walls like what you usually do during break time
Shai Murai Hi Shai!
Actually I have a video coming up... the title is going to be something like "healthy night shift tips" or something like that & in that video I show a little stretching :)
Stay tuned!
xoxo
- Caroline
looking forward to that :)
Very informative! Thank you for all your insight on these videos. I recently got my Emt license, but I am now considering a career in nursing. Just wondering where to take the first step.
Hi Justin!
Really nice to hear from you!
Congratulations on your Emt license... I know that is a big accomplishment!
I have a video that I think may help you decide what you next step is... here is the link:
ua-cam.com/video/cQoTnihTk0g/v-deo.html
I hope this helps!
But let me know if you have any questions!
Looking forward to hearing from you again soon!
xoxo
- Caroline
What kind of nurse are you? And is it okay to first go to a community college and then transfer ? Can you talk about the pay rate too if you don’t mind ?
Great video..started applying to Nursing School...
Thank you so much for letting me know Cynthia :)
See you soon!!
- Caroline
how old were you when you started nursing school?
I have to ask what is it like to work in a hospital. I worked in nursing homes. From what I can tell most nurse spend time passing meds, taking vitals sings and so on. Those are the doctors order correct. Anything from vitals signs, IV's, im injections, blood tests blood transfusions are md's orders right. Do you guys have medicine carts in the hospital that have patients medications and so on. How often do you educate your and or teach them about nursing care or medicine.
Thankfully, I have no kids or no wife. I'm 34, and I really need to get the ball rolling. I tried asking my mom if I could live with them. I initially got very sad about what I was understanding. I then decided that I would work part time, rent a room from someone somewhere, work part time, get food stamps and financial aid. I don't care! If you want it bad enough, you'll do it no matter what you have to do! Rite?
Hey Caroline! I love your videos. So helpful! Ive been a cna for almost 2 years now (right out of high school) and im applying for nursing school (associates degree) in February for hopefully fall 2015. My school has about 4 start dates 2 in fall and 2 in winter. Im retaking my a&p to get an A and I have to take my pathogenic microbiology at the same time, and I am definitely a procrastinater!... but its getting better. Does your book have anything that would help with that?
Anyways. Thank you so much for everything you are doing to help nurses and students!
update?
How old were you when you started nursing school? i am currently going to school for Nursing assistant since i wanted to get an idea on what nursing is like. After that i planned on going for my RPN but i think you changed my mind into trying to go into the Bachelor Nursing program. Here in canada its only RPN or Bachelor but it seems like to bridge to the bachelor program it would be more trouble then its worth. Im 22 years old and by the time i graduate i will be 27.. i feel so old :(
Thanks for the heads up and for being real but most of for the inspiration!
I have some questions.. What age you started your nursing school and did you have any background study about nursing? without any background nursing Education can i get into nursing school?
Thanks
Great video! I wasn't sure of what to expect when thinking of becoming a nurse, but thanks to your videos I'm getting a better idea. I'm still in high school 17 years old, and I'm really interested in becoming a nurse. I think it would be great to help people on a daily basis. A question I have is where do you work now, because my dream is to move to California, and make a living over there?
I want to be a nurse and man have I gotten total shit for it. Us guys who want to become a nurse do not deserve the stigmatization and the rationalizations that we're either gay or not smart enough to become a doctor. Piss off man lmao great video though (: Nervous to start my pre reqs 🙃
I was a wreck too. I thought I was stupid and would never make it. I thought I would at least try and excelled far beyond my expectations. Don't let anyone stop you or shake your confidence. I only have an associates degree, get a BSN if possible. But I've been a nurse 25 years in LTC. Take your time. I took 2 years to do my prerequisites because I worked full time. Nursing school went by like a dream. I studied hard but it's nothing you can't do. Don't believe the horror stories. It's doable. You want it, you WILL do it!
Adnan G
Thanks for your video. What type of nurse are you? How many fields have you worked in?
Hey ! How long did it take you to finish nursing school?
Hmm what if you're a grunt in USMC and you don't know much but how to lead into combat? I haven't done any type of schooling the years I've been In. I'm a wreck.
What a wonderful truthful video. Love it and feel encouraged. You are awesome!
Alysya Hanna Ohh!!
Thanks a lot Alysya.
It means a lot.
I would love to see you on here again.
-xoxo
I really want to go to nursing school. The next three years of high school I want to be in Health Science since it should help me get in.
I am 47 and I'm thinking about going back to school but I'm wondering if my age would play a negative factor in getting a job ?
I'm 48 and in the process of registering for nursing school (streamlined 2.5 years). I was wondering the same. I figure someone will be desperate enough to hire me...haha Good luck!!
I'm sooo happy I found your channel.
Kenya Orace Me too!!
Thanks so much for letting me know that you like the channel!!
Hope to see you on here again soon!!
xoxo!
- Caroline
Thank you so much for your videos! I have my bachleors degree and want to switch careers to nursing! However, I think an accelerated program would be too difficult and fast paced for me. Would it be better to do an ADN program or could I do a generic BSN with no nursing experience? What do you think would be best in a situation like this? Thanks! :)
Kc Romano Hi Kc!
Honestly, If I were you I would just shoot for the accelerated program....
If you go through the ADN program, you would almost be wasting all the time you spent on getting your BA. However if you really think that the accelerated program is too much, at least shoot for a generic BSN program :)
I hope this helps!!
Much Love,
- Caroline
I think this was a little harsh and depends on what university you go to
nice! i feel prepared for nursing. I in start 2015!
How's it going?
+Random Stranger the nursing? Challenging but I'm making it through :)
Ya the nursing. I just notice it's been a year. I wanted to know if you've been doing well. i'm planning to become a nurse too.
It's good that you've been doing good, lol. :)
you must've finished by now! How'd it go? What type of nurse are you ?
Thank you so much for this video! I'm 22 years old and just graduated with my BS in Exercise Science. I'm choosing to go back to school to pursue Nursing. What have you seen as some differences between earning your ADN/ASN vs. BSN when trying to work? As of right now, I'm thinking about getting my Associates and bridging to a RN-BSN program at a 4 year school after that to save money. Do you recommend this? Or do you recommend going to a 4 year school to directly get your BSN?
Thanks for this(: I graduated highschool early and when I turn 16 next year I'm starting college for nursing :D
Kassie15 awesome! Wish you all the best then.. keep in touch :) .. warm hugs!!
I'm just curious what grade were you in when you graduated high school?
thanks!! let's me look for your book.
Hi Again Channan!
Thanks for looking into the book!
If you were not able to find it you can just go to Amazon & search: How to Succeed in Nursing School :)
I hope this helps a lot!
Looking forward to hearing from you again soon!
Much Love,
- Caroline
I got it. Thanks for your advice.
I'm a 16 year old boy that's very interested and so motivated to become a RN, in Canada, Alberta it's super hard to get in to nursing school ,unfortunately. It's about a 91% average to get in I was just wondering since I'm a guy, are my chances better?
Hey! I'm in nursing school in Alberta too! Did you end up going?
HedgieHoggs nope! It was so darn competitive-- I'm trying to get into speech therapy now
i just got into a nursing school in toronto ...and im a guy and not gay
@@BFZPD which school in Toronto, is it really that difficult?
You are am inspiration mam. Exquisite pearls of wisdom
Thank you so much for this comment!
I appreciate it so much!
Really looking forward to seeing you on here again soon!
Lots of love,
- Caroline
nurse school is easy or medical assistance
which one
please let me know
thanks
Do you do a lot of speeches and presentations? I'm planning on going to western Michigan university.
My dream is to become a OB nurse! I'm so nervous. I have 2 kids but i am married so my husband could help. But i do so bad on timed tests. I could know everything on the test but fail due to anxiety with the time :(
Thanks for sharing this great information.
Hi caroline.. may i ask???..I'm confuse about my course if i will take up nursing but I'm afraid of it...thingking that nursing is hard , beside i'm not realy smart to understand everything espacially mathematics.I'm really poor at mathematics do i have a chance on becoming a nurse???
Hey!so recently I have been very worried ! I really am scared to take my pre entrance exam! I don't know how to study ? Please please help me out ! I am a junior in high school that has just applied to a LPN nursing program and so will have a pre entrance exam then an interview
beautiy21 Hi love!
I do have a lot of study tips available!
If you go to my website: EmpoweRN.com there is a tab that says "free youtube goodies" if you go there & enter your name + email address you will have all my tips emailed to you :)
I hope this helps!!
xoxo!!
- Caroline
i think its easy if u are passionate about it
Thank you so much for your help!!! I just got my BA but recently decided I want to be a Nurse Practitioner! I am looking into accelerated programs where I can get my BSN in a year from having a BA. I don't think many exist. Do you know of any in CA? I want to do it accelerated because I have two years of studying for my Master's ahead and also, I only have a year left of financial aid! I know there are clinical requirements as well.
Hey, how's it going with the BSN?
+jezibellika I have a Bachelor's already and decided I'm going to apply to a Master's in Entry Level Nursing program. I'm currently taking the prerequisites at community college now!
Thank You
***** Hi Lez! You are so welcome. It's good to see you here. -xoxo
How older were you when you decided to go back to school?
So helpful! Thanks so much :)
makeupbyjoyce Oh thanks a lot for letting me know it helped. It means a lot. See you soon.-xoxo
Hello from Ukraine! I liked your explenation about a nurse s work and other vidios. Soon i will be in America in NJ in WalIingtone. I have 37 and i want to be a nurse. I would like to change my professional. If i dont understand the math and chemistry can i study there? Can i take help from the college? Thanks for your response in advance
Are you a nurse practitioner? If so, what type?
Thank you!
Your welcome ;)
Can you get loans and grants that will pay for nursing school??
yes--in my school :DD
Hi i am planning on being an RN but i am really nervous. how long did it take you to get to the nursing program at your university, i've heard sometimes people are in the waiting list for two years. and what classes did you take?
Did you pursue becoming an RN?
I’ve always wanted to be a nurse and now I’m worried I’ll never get there
I seen videos of ppl w five kids worked and made a 4.0 ppl are so negative.. my mom is 56 she worked 40hours a week and got a 4.0 n the masters program.. she still would spend time w my kids all the time.. most ppl dont have parents to take care of them.. its possible..
Thank you for your inspiration :)
Your welcome Robert :)
is nurse hard to read or not for average girl like me?
THANK YOU!! SO MUCH!!❤
beautiy21 You are so welcome! It is always our pleasure :) xoxo!!
Very cool
What area of nursing do you work in?
Excellent video.
i love the motivation, thanks! oh and u seem really cool too :)
hey I have completed my 12 with commerce can I study nursing
What type of nurse are you?
I'm a Tele nurse!
Which is short for remote Telemetry/Cardiac monitoring.
xoxo!
Nice
Miina Nghidipo Thank you very much. -xoxo
welcome
did you get adn or bsn
Hi Daisy!
I got my bsn :)
xoxo
Another question how long did it take u and did u have a life due in ur prerequisites
Hi Again!
It took me 4 years.
I would not say I didn't have a life.... but I did lose a lot of friends...
They were replaced with friends that wanted to more out of life.
So, it was ultimately a good experience :)
xoxo
- Caroline
Are you an RN?
lol ur so soft no offence
im a medical student and imagine how many hours i would be studying a week
50-60 hoours a week, when close to exams nealy up to 80 hours or more depending on the difficulty
my ideal study hours was 4-6 and then maybe 5 hours individual study
but then everyone is differnt
anyway congrants on your success
the audio is terrible.
Uncle Bernie I'm so sorry to hear that. I will try my best to pick a better audio next time. Thanks a lot for letting me know by the way. -xoxo!!