Hope you enjoyed this story - let me know if you have any questions about getting into software engineering! I'm planning on making a video about interviewing soon
Sorry to be offtopic but does any of you know of a way to get back into an Instagram account?? I was dumb forgot my password. I appreciate any tips you can give me.
I’m a 40 year old nurse and I really want to get into tech. I was a game tester when I was 25🥹….then became a nurse and blah blah blah fast forward: I’m done. But so scared to start….because, well….I’m 40! Any thoughts?
How much time do you work per week? What do you think is a realistic salary out of a bootcamp or computer science degree? I am a nurse that was thinking transition to coding.
This video came at an opportune time. I just turned 24 and quit nursing school and my healthcare job to go into a career in IT. I'm currently reading the CompTIA IT Fundamentals book and learning Python and I am LOVING it :)
Omg, I’m currently 25 and just finished my LPN, I’m a new nurse and I’m miserable in this field. I very interested in computers and coding, in trying to find out where to start pursuing this career path. 😌
@@starbright3509 im 33 just finished my VN program and passed the NCLEX. I hated every moment of it lol. I started off in tech and always wondered about nursing I said what if. So i did VN. Going back to tech lol. I think its great to know what you really want and takes courage and doing it. Here in the bay area we have a lot of biotech companies so nursing and tech come together. At the end of the day my tech friends tell me that having so many different skills is only a plus. Continue to learn and throw yourself into it. Nursing will always be there nothing is easy you just have to as yourself if its worth it.
I’m a 35 year old nurse of 16 years. I’m in a good place now professionally, relief charge nurse in a post open heart unit. I’m so sick of it though, so ashamed to be part of this broken American healthcare system. I’m grinding through freecodecamp and cs50 right now and damn is it tough, but I’m sticking with it. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you for making this video. I've been a nurse for 8 years now (2.5 yrs in med surg and 5.5 in NICU). The burn out is real.. no one can say I didn't give this career a chance and all the nonsense of my colleagues saying nurses these days have no loyalty is a bunch of bologna. Why stay where you're unhappy? This was just the motivation I needed to start school again. Thanks!
I'm currently working as a RN in Mental Health and feeling the burn out big time. I've been looking to go back to university next year online to study computer science and this video has motivated me :) Glad to see someone else has taken the pathway I'm about to take and succeeded.
I’m 28 and I’ve been a space systems engineer for the past 6 years and I’ve just started to consider switching my career to one in software development. I’ve been able to pick up some coding knowledge over the years, but I want to start really getting into it. Thanks for the awesome tips. Also, huge fan of the Windwaker soundtrack you used in this video! Haha
I’m making the same journey! I’ve been a critical care nurse for 14 years, got burned out, starting my second bachelors in software engineering in a couple weeks!
Wow, I researched "nurse or engineer" this video was the first thing have showed up. I'm a mechanical engineering student with bachelor degree almost finished (86%), and I'm currently studying nursing at another school. I have decided to pursue nursing due to the burning out of my engineering degree, I decided that is the time to change a bit of the environment. I still have doubts if I ever could finish my course after failed so many times, but after seen your video I'm thinking of going back.
Nothing wrong with nursing! It's a great career field. Just not for me. Be very wary of burnout in the field though. If you're working in ICU or emergency, there are more chill jobs out there too. Sometimes I do miss helping people and being apart of people's healing journey. But again, wasn't for me. Nursing may be a great fit for you!!
I am an nurse in portland as well. I am so done with nursing. I started nursing at 22 years old... I started in the ICU and it was brutal. You have so much responsibility with so little power to make a change, which is why so many of us go into nursing... I am so glad I found this video because I have been looking into Portland State Coding program or going back to school.
I’ve watched this at the right moment. I am currently 25 and a Teacher looking for a career change and I’ve dipped my toes in CS50 but self-motivation lacks. I am going to take your advice and put my focus into one language because I just keep going in a loop. I would like to say that I really enjoyed that you shared the option of university because every other you tuber suggests being self-taught! Well- thank you for sharing your story! Really Motivated me!
I’m so happy to hear someone else has actually done it! I’ve been a nurse for 4 years and it’s so frustrating but I’m scared to make the leap to software. I’ve been learning on my own and feel like I’ll never make it in the software world.
It's scary! But worth it. You'd be surprised how good you'd be at something if you don't try. Nurses have to have so much critical thinking, alot of that translates well to software engineering problem solving
I'm 5 years in and I'm done. I plan to do agency travel and then do remote work. I'm not sure if CS would fit me, but I like the not-having-to-work-with-the-public aspect lol. This was inspiring especially when you said you got into it recently
Much thanks to you man. I saw this vid after coming off a horrible shift. started up an old laptop, played around with debian and made a new conky. I realized how much I loved doing this and made the change right away. Self taught myself JS these last two months and moving onto C right now to prep myself for prereq classes. If all goes well, Im applying to OSU sometime next year. Again, thanks for inspiring me to take the first step.
I'm a second year med student and already burnt out and wanting out 😭 I haven't even taken step 1 or gone through residency. I just can't seem to accept that living to work is a way to live a good life.
I’m going into nursing and I’m confused by this. Why not just leave the job? There’s 760,000 nursing jobs just on indeed. I’m sure there’s one that’s low stress and normal hours
Man, I’m watching this having been a nurse in Australia for four years. My friend went into ICT for a career and after I’d recovered from the health issues related to burnout, I asked him about it and he spoke with me for about four hours. It was fascinating stuff. A little networking a little coding, a bit headwear and soft wear support and I was totally thrilled. It blew my tiny mind that just as the neutron basically functions because potassium and sodium ions moving around, every electronic device we take for granted that has a screen functions off of code. And ohh sweet lord what do you call it when your overwhelmed and totally fascinated all at once? And now I’m out of nursing, looking for literally any other work outside of the field… this video is very helpful. Good on you. I would love to hear more about your journey. The minutia of how you went about learning to code and shifting your mind into a new industry.
LOVE and appreciate this video so much. With 9 years in nursing and pretty much the same story I definitely know what you are talking about. Thanks so much for this!
I am studying programming and I want to switch to nursing. Programming is very lonely, and too many hours in front of a screen is not only unhealthy but a real ******, if you are burned out just rest and take the shortest shift, burnout is real and it is depressing but believe me, when you're used to dealing with people, even troublesome people, and suddenly you're reading other people's horrible code, you're going to feel really bad. As for money, it's better programming, but it's the same long shift, and it's more unhealthy to sit for 12 to 16 hours, I like to be active. I don't know what to do anyway
I've been a nurse for almost 9 years, but only did 3 years of bedside nursing. Transitioned to a nursing informatics role after i got my master's in nursing informatics. I've been having thoughts of becoming a software engineer for the past year. I believe that is what i want to do, but just needing the courage to pull the trigger and start the transition process. Been looking to at least start with the CS50.
Great informative video! I’m in a very similar situation to what you were in - graduated nursing in 2019 and applied to an accelerated bachelors of comp. science program on a whim this year to get me through my days as a burnt out nurse. Did a little bit of HTML/css in high school as a hobby but haven’t been overly involved in the tech scene other then always having a general interest. Got my offer to the CS degree this morning and have been trying to make a decision whether to take it and this video has definitely given me a nice little push in the CS direction!
I say go for it, you’ll be comfy in a chair with half the stress plus if anything you developed enough grit to get through another 4 years, sounds like a lot but when you get older it’ll just be something in the past (while getting juicy bonuses and raises)
Love the video, thanks for sharing your experience! Just some friendly advice, please turn the music down!! It was a bit hard to focus on what you were saying because of how loud the music was!
Thank you for the inspiring video! I was a brand new Medical Assistant since the beginning of COVID and then burned out. I always thought of making a career change into software engineering for better work life balance that I wasn't getting in healthcare.
Wow! I've been contemplating with taking up a second course or masters. I'm in the Education field and currently working as school admin officer. I just can't see myself in this career anymore. I would really like to pursue tech in the future. This motivates me big time. Thank you!
Glad that you found joy on what you do. I'm also planning to change career because of burn out, want to try programming. I spent one year of computer science back in the days but shifted to nursing. Now at 35, I don't know if I could still learn CS languages. Thanks for this video, i just signed up for the CS50 course. Cheers!
Awesome video! I am also a male nurse and in the same predicament. Acute care is insanely stressful. I want to learn how to code and I am really glad to hear your story. It's motivational.
I have my BSN also, 27 years, 4 years as a nurse, currently doing a graduate diploma in Digital Health, working as a Specialized Clinical Informatics Analyst but I DO want to work in the development of healthcare technologies (softwares, ect) rather than just implementing heath tech into clinical settings or working in telehealth projects. I want to create and develop!!! And I have decide once I finish my grad. Dip, I will apply to Comp Sci, thanks to you for inspiring me ( I don’t know any nurse that switched carreer like that!) I don’t feel alone anymore🙏🏼 and I’m not crazy for wanting comp sci lol (since is so different from nursing)! Thank you☺️☺️
I'm in california and im in this predicament at the moment. Currently an LVN here and almost going to get accepted into an RN program here. But its not too late for me to switch over to computer science. I went into nursing for flexibility and pay. I like direct patient care but not enough to proudly say i love it. Like you, i was always technical. I was sort of the person people would come to when they needed me to help build them a PC lol. So idk what to do. Honestly dont mind either field. I do see tech workers getting more respect than healthcare though. At the same time i dont want to spend extra years in school
If I try the free classes you mentioned and decide To get a degree in computer science, what should I look for in a school’s program? Some schools make you take classes that aren’t necessary or are more expensive than others. I’m in nursing school now, graduating soon with an ADN and have not liked any of it. Working now on a telemetry unit as a CNA (everyone says it’s their busiest floor in the hospital and most people don’t return after their second day) and HATE it. I have nightmares and anxiety. Those thinking about going into nursing: get a job as a cna first.
I'm sorry you're going through that :( keep your head up! It can get better!! To answer your question, I think there are alot of good programs out there and generally, they all offer pretty much the same things: a degree in computer science. I think that cheap programs at state schools are just fine. You don't need to go to a fancy ivy league to get into tech.
Thank you for sharing your story! This gives me so much hope. After working as an ICU travel nurse in NYC and LA during the pandemic I'm most definitely burnt out and interested in leaving healthcare as a whole. I'm looking into the OSU online post bacc program and it mentions certain prerequisites (such as algebra and a communication class) are required in order to apply, however. How did you have these courses fulfilled? Did you already take these classes during your first undergrad in nursing school? or did you take these courses at an online/community college prior to applying to OSU? Thanks!
I had those courses fulfilled in my nursing undergrad. So, I didn't have to get any credits prior to apply to OSU. I did know a few other people who got community college credits prior to apply to OSU and that worked out really well for them. If you have a BSN, i'd be surprised if you didn't have a communication class and college algebra already done in your first undergrad. Also, thanks for all you've done in ICU during the pandemic!! Keep it up, stay positive. There's lite at the end!
How does nursing school compare to studying computer science? I am already nurse who got my BSN from a highly competitive program and nursing school was very tough for me. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you John for your video. I am currently a nurse and i thinking about switching to programming. I just find nursing boring, time consuming and i lost some of my passion in the career field. Just like you i always enjoyed doing java programming and video games.
How is your pay compared to being an RN? I am burned out with being a nurse and cant do the long shifts anymore. Software engineer from what i have seen has a better lifestyle and the work seems super interesting. I consider making the jump from rn to software engineer. I want to get my bachelor's IN CS.
Wow so happy for your success! What unit did you work in as a nurse? I was an OR nurse that decided to transition to pharma and it was the best decision of my life.
Hmmmmm tough question to answer. I don't think I regret it in general; of course I wish I had done tech earlier, but I had alot of unique life changing experiences in nursing and I met alot of great people. I don't regret the path my life has taken, but if I _had to_ do it all over again, I'd probably try to get into tech earlier.
@@bigmaclooiee2 Best of luck to you!! Hope you find what you're looking for. It's a tough world out there for nurses right now, but there are lots of opportunities outside of nursing too!
Been a nurse for 13 years and I want to break into tech. Im waiting to start my IT program and WGU but I'm thinking I'd rather get my degree as a software engineer. Any advice on the differences?
thank you for this video bro. im a new grad RN, and just apply for some ICU fellowships right now but im feeling a bit miserable. hearing from all my colleagues around me telling me that theyre burnt out, seeing my sis work 3 nursing jobs and telling me shes burnt out. i dont want to do that anymore, this is really opening my eyes and i thank you for this. i hope that if i do take a turn to change my career path, that it works out for me. how are your work hours? 40 hour work weeks?
Nice! What floor did you work on before the switch? What finally gave you the final kick to make the change? What were your past experiences with math? Was it always a strong suit for you?
I'm 30 and I'm a LVN and im struggling with getting my RN or to do Computer Science. I'm kinda on the fence about it. I can't deal with the toxic work environments :(.
Oi John. Passei 5 anos em uma graduação, mas quando fui trabalhar não gostei da profissão, sempre me senti frustrada e eu não entendia o por que? Então parei tudo e pensei em recomeçar em algo que eu me identificasse, e percebi que tudo a minha volta sempre foi sobre computadores, eu sempre amei tecnologia e sempre fui fascinada em como as coisas são feitas. Apesar disso fiquei com muito medo de recomeçar. E o ponto pra que eu conseguisse esse ano refazer a prova pra entrar no curso de Desenvolvimento de Software foi pensar que se eu vou desistir será por algo que eu ame. A prova vai ser em novembro. Me deseje sorte. Se tudo der certo vou postar tudo no meu canal .
Não falo português, mas usei o Google Translate para escrever uma resposta: Isso é tão incrível que você é apaixonado por tecnologia! Mudar de caminho é difícil. Você conseguiu! Se houver alguma coisa em que eu possa ajudar no seu teste em novembro, é só me avisar. Boa sorte!
This video helps me crazy as truthfully I am a student who has dropped out or taken breaks shall I say because I’m interested in becoming an engineer or nurse I’ve always wondered which one I wanted, this video helped me tons … I think I’m going to purse the engineer … idk it’s just feels right.
I’m planning to move to Canada or US for my Masters. I have about 7 years of exp as a IT project/program manager. But always have been passionate about software development. Can I switch to software development at 30? Are employers ‘Career Change’ friendly ? Should I pick US or Canada if I’m planning a career change ? Will I face any challenges ? What should I expect ?
I can't wait to watch this. I have no IT experience but out of the blue thought about doing Coding. Im stuck betweet nursing and coding. I want coding but scared it will be outsourced. Do you suggest bootcamp? Thanks a bunch
Great video! I’ve been a nurse for almost 9 years and am hoping to attend a bootcamp in the fall. I’ve started learning to code and love it! Do you think you had an easier time getting a job with a CS degree vs bootcamp? And why did you choose to do university vs bootcamp? Thanks!
FAU has a BSN to MS in Artificial Intelligence track and I’m heavily thinking about it. But I’m not sure if I just do a second bachelor in CS to get a better foundation. Thoughts?
But isn’t computer science a lot of math?! I am terrible at math. I’m barely passing general statistics. I’m currently in pre-nursing, will it be too later switch my major? I don’t know if I should stick with nursing or go into software engineering.
The BS route was what worked best for me. Good question tho! I think that going the MS route can be tricky since most MS comp sci program require that you make have _some_ experience with computer science (which I had almost non at that point)
Very interested in this! Are you still in it? I have been a nurse for almost six years and is burnt out and have been thinking of making the switch to it
Thank you for sharing your story! Currently looking up what options I have for changing my career. I’ve been a nurse for 3 years and hate it. Can’t decide between healthcare informatics/data science or computer science. Do you know if there’s any overlap between those two degrees or if they’re pretty different?
> Do you know if there’s any overlap between those two degrees or if they’re pretty different? Yes! There is actually lots of overlap. I was looking at doing Nurse informatics for awhile. which is sort of a combination of data science and nursing methodologies. There's also lots of programming roles in healthcare: there's so so much tech in healthcare. I'm sure it depends on facility to facility but for that kind of job, you'd probably need some kind of degree (hospitals and health care are pretty stingy about who they hire)
Good question - I should make a video about this haha. Generally, my salary has trippled and I have _much_ better work / life balance. I think anyone going from nursing to tech can expect a pretty big increase but I've been lucky to work places that have great work life balance. If you work at a startup, you might be doing 80 hour weeks. Overall, I'm much happier and now have the freedom to do what I want to do.
@@JohnCodes I failed my nclex and I’ve yet to retest. I want to know about tech but I feel like it’s so broad that I don’t even know where to start. I don’t know what kind of tech/IT job I want to do. Nursing/healthcare has been all I’ve known.
Hi #johncodes, just wanted to ask, what are the things you hate about software engineering, if there are? Just wanted to compare them to things I hate about nursing, which I wish I didn't disregard when I was still a student. I'm currently doing CS50 cos I'm also interested in shifting to software development. This video is a great motivation!
Thank you so so much for this video! It's so helpful! I have a quick question: So with OSUonline, you had no trouble finding a 6 figure job? My main concern is that my LSU (my state school) is offering BS for CS online but I'm worried about not finding a job after spending all of that money and time. I have a kid so I have to be careful of my decisions and finances which affects my son. Would appreciate your help, if you have the time!
Hi so your bachelors degree in computer science was only two years? Where did you go to school for it? I am soooo soooo soooo done with nursing. Like super done. But there are bills and all that. Is it possible to go to computer science school and still work part-time? Did you work part-time while going to school?
I'm a nurse with a bachelors interested in getting a masters in software engineering can you tell me what school you went to? I'm interested in online school as well.
I have an opportunity to go to community college for free as a Frontline worker. I know I can work right away if I get my ADN but my heart is set on tech. Just out of curiosity would you have done the nursing route if you could do it all over again? Sincerely asking and hoping you'll answer. Thank you.
It really really depends. I know software engineers who coast and never do anything. It'd be alooot harder to coast as a bedside nurse. And I know some nurses who have really challenging jobs working in ICU with complex patients. But the same could be said for software engineers. I know some software engineers that are working on complex systems that are critical to the infrastructure of the internet and they are solving challenging problems every day. Both good careers, but different
Didn't start Nursing School yet but i have a bad feeling about it and was thinking of taking Computer Science. Will You advice me to risk taking computer science? and Which was harder Nursing School or Computer Science?. Thank You.
Hi @John Codes. I really want to know How much BSN earns/salary and I live in NY. I did some research but nothing shows the exact amount. And I am on the verge of choosing a major Between CS and nursing. I like nursing because i don"t like to sit LOL. But while getting old, I don't think no one will like nursing cz of staying on our feet all day. Thank you!
You can make a TON of money in nursing. But trust me you earn every penny. The 1st 20 years of being a nurse was phenomenal for me. The last 10 years have been pure hell. I'm too old to quit and too young to retire. The world has changed. People are meaner. Nurse Pt ratios are insane. My back is completely fried and I'm just emotionally burnt out. Just my two cents. Good luck in whichever way you decide to go!
@@kalyn7220 thank you so much dear nurse, i hope that you have good life ahead and happiness. Yes nurse looks tough when you reach certain age but I think it's normal to feel that way. U have to just accept things as they are and there's more in life ☺️. About me, i chose basics class for right now and i got pretty much ideas of how nursing will be. And not only you but almost many had feedback like that about nursing as their work. As long as you have a good mindset and positivity, life is good 👍🏻😊
I've heard really good things about Georgia tech's masters computer science program. They'll also accept people with non-traditional backgrounds. I haven't looked into Northeastern or Upenn, but if they are reputable universities, then I'm sure they're great
Hey, I'm deciding to make this transition from medicine at 25! I actually applied to OSU because I want a structured program to begin learning as I have absolutely no base. Could you elaborate abit on the OSU program and if you found it worth attending?
@@JohnCodes Thanks so much for the tips and great advice! Just had one other question. How were you able to get a TA position for one of the courses even though you were relatively new?
@@I3asyl when I was at OSU, they had mostly undergraduate TAs for the beginner courses and even for many of the 400 and 500 level courses, undergraduates could still be TAs. So if you do really really well in the course, you can become a TA!
Moreover you're also came from another background, he-he, nice that I've found your TikTok and now this :) btw, want to hear you opinion :) I'm also bilingual, what do you think should I start RUclips channel on native language, English or both? my native languages are, Belarusian and Russian. Thanks in advance man :)
Good question!! I'm not sure. I would do some research and see if there are other people in your language doing what you're interested in on RUclips. The real key to RUclips is finding a niche and posting consistently. However, I do think there are a majority of users on RUclips who are english speaking. Check out tools like TubeBuddy and VidIQ; they can help you research and figure out if there's an audience in your native language.
Hope you enjoyed this story - let me know if you have any questions about getting into software engineering! I'm planning on making a video about interviewing soon
Sorry to be offtopic but does any of you know of a way to get back into an Instagram account??
I was dumb forgot my password. I appreciate any tips you can give me.
I’m a 40 year old nurse and I really want to get into tech. I was a game tester when I was 25🥹….then became a nurse and blah blah blah fast forward: I’m done.
But so scared to start….because, well….I’m 40!
Any thoughts?
How much time do you work per week? What do you think is a realistic salary out of a bootcamp or computer science degree? I am a nurse that was thinking transition to coding.
This video came at an opportune time. I just turned 24 and quit nursing school and my healthcare job to go into a career in IT. I'm currently reading the CompTIA IT Fundamentals book and learning Python and I am LOVING it :)
kudos and congrats!!!! best of luck in your journey - keep at it! it's a long road but you got this!
What your progress. PYTHON Awesome
Hey I just completed medical school and am learning how to code. Do tell how you are pursuing a career in IT
Supreet we are in same boat
I wish I would have done this. Nursing does NOT fit my personality. Maybe I will try icu or ED. I hate the bedside.
I'm a nurse interested in getting into tech. This video was super helpful and made me feel like 25 isn't to late to change career paths 😄
Hey I am in my mid 30s and switching from nursing to software development! if you got the drive and like coding, go for it!!!
Glad this was helpful! Don't give up. There's always some sort of path forward
Omg, I’m currently 25 and just finished my LPN, I’m a new nurse and I’m miserable in this field. I very interested in computers and coding, in trying to find out where to start pursuing this career path. 😌
@@starbright3509 im 33 just finished my VN program and passed the NCLEX. I hated every moment of it lol. I started off in tech and always wondered about nursing I said what if. So i did VN. Going back to tech lol. I think its great to know what you really want and takes courage and doing it. Here in the bay area we have a lot of biotech companies so nursing and tech come together. At the end of the day my tech friends tell me that having so many different skills is only a plus. Continue to learn and throw yourself into it. Nursing will always be there nothing is easy you just have to as yourself if its worth it.
I’m a 35 year old nurse of 16 years. I’m in a good place now professionally, relief charge nurse in a post open heart unit. I’m so sick of it though, so ashamed to be part of this broken American healthcare system. I’m grinding through freecodecamp and cs50 right now and damn is it tough, but I’m sticking with it.
Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you for making this video. I've been a nurse for 8 years now (2.5 yrs in med surg and 5.5 in NICU). The burn out is real.. no one can say I didn't give this career a chance and all the nonsense of my colleagues saying nurses these days have no loyalty is a bunch of bologna. Why stay where you're unhappy? This was just the motivation I needed to start school again. Thanks!
Nurses can be cult like sometimes. Who gives a fudge about loyalty 😅. No other career is that cliquey. It's your life; do what makes you happy.
I'm currently working as a RN in Mental Health and feeling the burn out big time. I've been looking to go back to university next year online to study computer science and this video has motivated me :) Glad to see someone else has taken the pathway I'm about to take and succeeded.
Dang - I'm sorry you're going through that. Mental health is a really tough area to work. Hope you enjoy your studies!! it's so worth it in the end!!
@@JohnCodes Have you taken computer pathway?
I’m 28 and I’ve been a space systems engineer for the past 6 years and I’ve just started to consider switching my career to one in software development. I’ve been able to pick up some coding knowledge over the years, but I want to start really getting into it. Thanks for the awesome tips. Also, huge fan of the Windwaker soundtrack you used in this video! Haha
I’m making the same journey! I’ve been a critical care nurse for 14 years, got burned out, starting my second bachelors in software engineering in a couple weeks!
Wow, I researched "nurse or engineer" this video was the first thing have showed up.
I'm a mechanical engineering student with bachelor degree almost finished (86%), and I'm currently studying nursing at another school.
I have decided to pursue nursing due to the burning out of my engineering degree, I decided that is the time to change a bit of the environment.
I still have doubts if I ever could finish my course after failed so many times, but after seen your video I'm thinking of going back.
Nothing wrong with nursing! It's a great career field. Just not for me. Be very wary of burnout in the field though. If you're working in ICU or emergency, there are more chill jobs out there too. Sometimes I do miss helping people and being apart of people's healing journey. But again, wasn't for me. Nursing may be a great fit for you!!
I am an nurse in portland as well. I am so done with nursing. I started nursing at 22 years old... I started in the ICU and it was brutal. You have so much responsibility with so little power to make a change, which is why so many of us go into nursing... I am so glad I found this video because I have been looking into Portland State Coding program or going back to school.
Best of luck! And stay positive! You got this
@@JohnCodes did you work at the VA in Portland?
How is your progress
I’m from the Portland area too and went to school here. Completely disillusioned with the career. I’m thinking of making the change as well.
I’ve watched this at the right moment. I am currently 25 and a Teacher looking for a career change and I’ve dipped my toes in CS50 but self-motivation lacks. I am going to take your advice and put my focus into one language because I just keep going in a loop. I would like to say that I really enjoyed that you shared the option of university because every other you tuber suggests being self-taught! Well- thank you for sharing your story! Really Motivated me!
You got this! I believe in you. Remember, Rome wasn't built in a day
I’m so happy to hear someone else has actually done it! I’ve been a nurse for 4 years and it’s so frustrating but I’m scared to make the leap to software. I’ve been learning on my own and feel like I’ll never make it in the software world.
It's scary! But worth it. You'd be surprised how good you'd be at something if you don't try. Nurses have to have so much critical thinking, alot of that translates well to software engineering problem solving
I’m 42, have 3 kids. One is special needs. Wanting to make the leap. I’m tired. I’m in hospital case management and so burned out!
Did you try it?
I'm 5 years in and I'm done. I plan to do agency travel and then do remote work. I'm not sure if CS would fit me, but I like the not-having-to-work-with-the-public aspect lol. This was inspiring especially when you said you got into it recently
Much thanks to you man. I saw this vid after coming off a horrible shift. started up an old laptop, played around with debian and made a new conky. I realized how much I loved doing this and made the change right away. Self taught myself JS these last two months and moving onto C right now to prep myself for prereq classes. If all goes well, Im applying to OSU sometime next year. Again, thanks for inspiring me to take the first step.
Wow!!! That's awesome - you clearly have a passion for it and sounds like you've been learning ALOT! Keep it up and keep me updated!
Switching to CS from healthcare as well and currently in the OSU online program. Thank you for sharing !
Best of luck! That's awesome. It's quite the journey, but so so worth it!
I’m also a nurse and have decided to leave the profession due to the stress and overtime. I just applied at WGU for computer science
Best of luck!!!!!
Thanks
I'm a second year med student and already burnt out and wanting out 😭 I haven't even taken step 1 or gone through residency. I just can't seem to accept that living to work is a way to live a good life.
I’m going into nursing and I’m confused by this. Why not just leave the job? There’s 760,000 nursing jobs just on indeed. I’m sure there’s one that’s low stress and normal hours
Man, I’m watching this having been a nurse in Australia for four years. My friend went into ICT for a career and after I’d recovered from the health issues related to burnout, I asked him about it and he spoke with me for about four hours. It was fascinating stuff. A little networking a little coding, a bit headwear and soft wear support and I was totally thrilled. It blew my tiny mind that just as the neutron basically functions because potassium and sodium ions moving around, every electronic device we take for granted that has a screen functions off of code. And ohh sweet lord what do you call it when your overwhelmed and totally fascinated all at once? And now I’m out of nursing, looking for literally any other work outside of the field… this video is very helpful. Good on you. I would love to hear more about your journey. The minutia of how you went about learning to code and shifting your mind into a new industry.
Great video! This is good motivation for other healthcare people or anyone changing careers 😎
LOVE and appreciate this video so much. With 9 years in nursing and pretty much the same story I definitely know what you are talking about. Thanks so much for this!
I graduated 2015 and now it’s 2024 - close to 9 years as a nurse. Gosh what a ride and I am so done.
I am studying programming and I want to switch to nursing. Programming is very lonely, and too many hours in front of a screen is not only unhealthy but a real ******, if you are burned out just rest and take the shortest shift, burnout is real and it is depressing but believe me, when you're used to dealing with people, even troublesome people, and suddenly you're reading other people's horrible code, you're going to feel really bad. As for money, it's better programming, but it's the same long shift, and it's more unhealthy to sit for 12 to 16 hours, I like to be active. I don't know what to do anyway
I've been a nurse for almost 9 years, but only did 3 years of bedside nursing. Transitioned to a nursing informatics role after i got my master's in nursing informatics. I've been having thoughts of becoming a software engineer for the past year. I believe that is what i want to do, but just needing the courage to pull the trigger and start the transition process. Been looking to at least start with the CS50.
Great informative video! I’m in a very similar situation to what you were in - graduated nursing in 2019 and applied to an accelerated bachelors of comp. science program on a whim this year to get me through my days as a burnt out nurse. Did a little bit of HTML/css in high school as a hobby but haven’t been overly involved in the tech scene other then always having a general interest. Got my offer to the CS degree this morning and have been trying to make a decision whether to take it and this video has definitely given me a nice little push in the CS direction!
That's amazing!! Congrats! It's a great field to be in. Lots of hard work to get there, so keep at it!
Great video, I like the setup🔥
Thanks much! I love my desk!
I appreciate you sharing your transition journey!
Thank you for this! I’m a nurse thinking of making the switch
I say go for it!
I say go for it, you’ll be comfy in a chair with half the stress plus if anything you developed enough grit to get through another 4 years, sounds like a lot but when you get older it’ll just be something in the past (while getting juicy bonuses and raises)
Best of luck! Engineering is a great field to be in - let me know how it goes
Love the video, thanks for sharing your experience! Just some friendly advice, please turn the music down!! It was a bit hard to focus on what you were saying because of how loud the music was!
Thanks for the feedback!! Still getting used to editing videos 😅
Thank you for the inspiring video! I was a brand new Medical Assistant since the beginning of COVID and then burned out. I always thought of making a career change into software engineering for better work life balance that I wasn't getting in healthcare.
This is all the motivation I needed. Thank you!
Wow! I've been contemplating with taking up a second course or masters. I'm in the Education field and currently working as school admin officer. I just can't see myself in this career anymore. I would really like to pursue tech in the future. This motivates me big time. Thank you!
Glad that you found joy on what you do. I'm also planning to change career because of burn out, want to try programming. I spent one year of computer science back in the days but shifted to nursing. Now at 35, I don't know if I could still learn CS languages. Thanks for this video, i just signed up for the CS50 course. Cheers!
You can do it! There is no age limit to learning. Hope your journey treats you well
Awesome video! I am also a male nurse and in the same predicament. Acute care is insanely stressful. I want to learn how to code and I am really glad to hear your story. It's motivational.
I have my BSN also, 27 years, 4 years as a nurse, currently doing a graduate diploma in Digital Health, working as a Specialized Clinical Informatics Analyst but I DO want to work in the development of healthcare technologies (softwares, ect) rather than just implementing heath tech into clinical settings or working in telehealth projects. I want to create and develop!!! And I have decide once I finish my grad. Dip, I will apply to Comp Sci, thanks to you for inspiring me ( I don’t know any nurse that switched carreer like that!) I don’t feel alone anymore🙏🏼 and I’m not crazy for wanting comp sci lol (since is so different from nursing)!
Thank you☺️☺️
Hi John, thank you for the tips.
I'm in california and im in this predicament at the moment. Currently an LVN here and almost going to get accepted into an RN program here. But its not too late for me to switch over to computer science. I went into nursing for flexibility and pay. I like direct patient care but not enough to proudly say i love it. Like you, i was always technical. I was sort of the person people would come to when they needed me to help build them a PC lol. So idk what to do. Honestly dont mind either field. I do see tech workers getting more respect than healthcare though. At the same time i dont want to spend extra years in school
As far I know California's nurses get the highest payment than a computer engineer .... Nurses get respect too.... Are those all false information????
I'm actually debating to switch from respiratory....
Thanks for the video 🤜🤛
No problem 👍 and best of luck!!
Nice dear...but it happens totally opposite with me I changed my career from software engineering to nursing ...but I like your views
That's amazing!! Yeah, I just don't think it was quite for me. That's great you made a transition that works for you!!
If I try the free classes you mentioned and decide To get a degree in computer science, what should I look for in a school’s program? Some schools make you take classes that aren’t necessary or are more expensive than others. I’m in nursing school now, graduating soon with an ADN and have not liked any of it. Working now on a telemetry unit as a CNA (everyone says it’s their busiest floor in the hospital and most people don’t return after their second day) and HATE it. I have nightmares and anxiety. Those thinking about going into nursing: get a job as a cna first.
I'm sorry you're going through that :( keep your head up! It can get better!!
To answer your question, I think there are alot of good programs out there and generally, they all offer pretty much the same things: a degree in computer science. I think that cheap programs at state schools are just fine. You don't need to go to a fancy ivy league to get into tech.
Hey John, this was an awesome video. I would love to have you in one of my videos so we can talk about your transition from nursing to tech.
Thank you for sharing your story! This gives me so much hope. After working as an ICU travel nurse in NYC and LA during the pandemic I'm most definitely burnt out and interested in leaving healthcare as a whole. I'm looking into the OSU online post bacc program and it mentions certain prerequisites (such as algebra and a communication class) are required in order to apply, however. How did you have these courses fulfilled? Did you already take these classes during your first undergrad in nursing school? or did you take these courses at an online/community college prior to applying to OSU? Thanks!
I had those courses fulfilled in my nursing undergrad. So, I didn't have to get any credits prior to apply to OSU. I did know a few other people who got community college credits prior to apply to OSU and that worked out really well for them. If you have a BSN, i'd be surprised if you didn't have a communication class and college algebra already done in your first undergrad. Also, thanks for all you've done in ICU during the pandemic!! Keep it up, stay positive. There's lite at the end!
How does nursing school compare to studying computer science? I am already nurse who got my BSN from a highly competitive program and nursing school was very tough for me. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you John for your video. I am currently a nurse and i thinking about switching to programming. I just find nursing boring, time consuming and i lost some of my passion in the career field. Just like you i always enjoyed doing java programming and video games.
Great! Inspiring story!
Glad you enjoyed it!
BSN is more stable and lesser competition while IT the opposite
This recommendation came at the right time
Be fair for the seek of professionalism. Computer science is amazing so does Nursing. Follow your call. I am glad you find your call in life.
How is your pay compared to being an RN? I am burned out with being a nurse and cant do the long shifts anymore. Software engineer from what i have seen has a better lifestyle and the work seems super interesting. I consider making the jump from rn to software engineer. I want to get my bachelor's IN CS.
I’m so in between going back to school for nursing or cs..
Which did u end up doing
Wow so happy for your success! What unit did you work in as a nurse? I was an OR nurse that decided to transition to pharma and it was the best decision of my life.
Your so lucky to escape nursing. The toxic work environment and work load will kill u
Thank you so much for this. Hoping to make the switch soon from nursing
Best of luck!!
@@JohnCodes thank you 😊
@@daslimone87 You're welcome! Best of luck
One question again, did you regret taking nursing in the first place when you were freshman?
Hmmmmm tough question to answer. I don't think I regret it in general; of course I wish I had done tech earlier, but I had alot of unique life changing experiences in nursing and I met alot of great people. I don't regret the path my life has taken, but if I _had to_ do it all over again, I'd probably try to get into tech earlier.
You look like Justin Timberlake but with glasses
Hahahaha I've gotten that before
Sheesh I'm 37 tryin. Get into IT
Good luck!!
34 here!! You're not alone
Good luck
I thought you were Justin Timberlake.
Who says I'm not ... 👀
Great video. I'm also a nurse who after 9 years is ready to hang it up. I enjoy any and all of these videos for tips. Best of luck
@@bigmaclooiee2 Best of luck to you!! Hope you find what you're looking for. It's a tough world out there for nurses right now, but there are lots of opportunities outside of nursing too!
Been a nurse for 13 years and I want to break into tech. Im waiting to start my IT program and WGU but I'm thinking I'd rather get my degree as a software engineer. Any advice on the differences?
thank you for this video bro. im a new grad RN, and just apply for some ICU fellowships right now but im feeling a bit miserable. hearing from all my colleagues around me telling me that theyre burnt out, seeing my sis work 3 nursing jobs and telling me shes burnt out. i dont want to do that anymore, this is really opening my eyes and i thank you for this. i hope that if i do take a turn to change my career path, that it works out for me. how are your work hours? 40 hour work weeks?
Nice! What floor did you work on before the switch? What finally gave you the final kick to make the change? What were your past experiences with math? Was it always a strong suit for you?
I'm 30 and I'm a LVN and im struggling with getting my RN or to do Computer Science. I'm kinda on the fence about it. I can't deal with the toxic work environments :(.
stay in healthcare.
computer science is way too stressful
@@symh7505Wrong. Medicine is more stressful.
this is the video college students need
Preach it!
Oi John. Passei 5 anos em uma graduação, mas quando fui trabalhar não gostei da profissão, sempre me senti frustrada e eu não entendia o por que? Então parei tudo e pensei em recomeçar em algo que eu me identificasse, e percebi que tudo a minha volta sempre foi sobre computadores, eu sempre amei tecnologia e sempre fui fascinada em como as coisas são feitas. Apesar disso fiquei com muito medo de recomeçar. E o ponto pra que eu conseguisse esse ano refazer a prova pra entrar no curso de Desenvolvimento de Software foi pensar que se eu vou desistir será por algo que eu ame. A prova vai ser em novembro. Me deseje sorte. Se tudo der certo vou postar tudo no meu canal .
Não falo português, mas usei o Google Translate para escrever uma resposta:
Isso é tão incrível que você é apaixonado por tecnologia! Mudar de caminho é difícil. Você conseguiu! Se houver alguma coisa em que eu possa ajudar no seu teste em novembro, é só me avisar. Boa sorte!
@@JohnCodes Thanks! Certo. Por enquanto estou estudando as matérias do ensino médio. Se eu precisar falo com você.Muito Obrigado.
Wow. I'm a nurse and I'd like to change careers. Thanks for the info, Justin Timberlake.
This video helps me crazy as truthfully I am a student who has dropped out or taken breaks shall I say because I’m interested in becoming an engineer or nurse I’ve always wondered which one I wanted, this video helped me tons … I think I’m going to purse the engineer … idk it’s just feels right.
Im in the same boat as you! Im also pursuing comp sci now
Nursing is terrible!! Do NOT go into nursing if you are interested in something that actually pays well like engineering!!
thanks :) encouraging
I’m planning to move to Canada or US for my Masters. I have about 7 years of exp as a IT project/program manager. But always have been passionate about software development. Can I switch to software development at 30? Are employers ‘Career Change’ friendly ? Should I pick US or Canada if I’m planning a career change ? Will I face any challenges ? What should I expect ?
I can't wait to watch this. I have no IT experience but out of the blue thought about doing Coding. Im stuck betweet nursing and coding. I want coding but scared it will be outsourced. Do you suggest bootcamp? Thanks a bunch
Great video! I’ve been a nurse for almost 9 years and am hoping to attend a bootcamp in the fall. I’ve started learning to code and love it! Do you think you had an easier time getting a job with a CS degree vs bootcamp? And why did you choose to do university vs bootcamp? Thanks!
Hi. How is the boot camp doing? I'm looking into doing the same. I'm also an RN with a BSN
Why didn't you make this video earlier man ! thank you
hahaha only recently started youtube! Thanks much!
Stopped early because of bgm. Should be just your voice.
FAU has a BSN to MS in Artificial Intelligence track and I’m heavily thinking about it. But I’m not sure if I just do a second bachelor in CS to get a better foundation. Thoughts?
thank you
But isn’t computer science a lot of math?! I am terrible at math. I’m barely passing general statistics. I’m currently in pre-nursing, will it be too later switch my major? I don’t know if I should stick with nursing or go into software engineering.
I’m a nurse and interested in going into software development. Did you have a reason why you choose BS rather than MS in CS? Thanks!!
The BS route was what worked best for me. Good question tho! I think that going the MS route can be tricky since most MS comp sci program require that you make have _some_ experience with computer science (which I had almost non at that point)
Very interested in this! Are you still in it? I have been a nurse for almost six years and is burnt out and have been thinking of making the switch to it
You sound like me. I'm tired and burned out and need a rewarding career.
it's rough!! Best of luck
Thank you for sharing your story! Currently looking up what options I have for changing my career. I’ve been a nurse for 3 years and hate it. Can’t decide between healthcare informatics/data science or computer science. Do you know if there’s any overlap between those two degrees or if they’re pretty different?
> Do you know if there’s any overlap between those two degrees or if they’re pretty different?
Yes! There is actually lots of overlap. I was looking at doing Nurse informatics for awhile. which is sort of a combination of data science and nursing methodologies. There's also lots of programming roles in healthcare: there's so so much tech in healthcare. I'm sure it depends on facility to facility but for that kind of job, you'd probably need some kind of degree (hospitals and health care are pretty stingy about who they hire)
bruh, I'm an LPN in an RN transition and I'm already burned out. Idk what to do lol
How has the lifestyle change and salary been for you compared to nursing?
Good question - I should make a video about this haha. Generally, my salary has trippled and I have _much_ better work / life balance. I think anyone going from nursing to tech can expect a pretty big increase but I've been lucky to work places that have great work life balance. If you work at a startup, you might be doing 80 hour weeks. Overall, I'm much happier and now have the freedom to do what I want to do.
Yes. Please make a video about salary, how to negotiate, work hours/culture. I'm seriously considering making the transition myself.
@@JohnCodes I failed my nclex and I’ve yet to retest. I want to know about tech but I feel like it’s so broad that I don’t even know where to start. I don’t know what kind of tech/IT job I want to do. Nursing/healthcare has been all I’ve known.
@@JohnCodes you said the program was through Oregon state university? Can you please link it, I’m having a hard time finding it
How old where you then when you graduated from computer science?
Hi #johncodes, just wanted to ask, what are the things you hate about software engineering, if there are? Just wanted to compare them to things I hate about nursing, which I wish I didn't disregard when I was still a student. I'm currently doing CS50 cos I'm also interested in shifting to software development. This video is a great motivation!
Thank you so so much for this video! It's so helpful! I have a quick question: So with OSUonline, you had no trouble finding a 6 figure job? My main concern is that my LSU (my state school) is offering BS for CS online but I'm worried about not finding a job after spending all of that money and time. I have a kid so I have to be careful of my decisions and finances which affects my son. Would appreciate your help, if you have the time!
I am in the LSU online CS program too! I start in spring. Houston has much more job opportunities.
Hi so your bachelors degree in computer science was only two years? Where did you go to school for it? I am soooo soooo soooo done with nursing.
Like super done. But there are bills and all that.
Is it possible to go to computer science school and still work part-time? Did you work part-time while going to school?
I'm a nurse with a bachelors interested in getting a masters in software engineering can you tell me what school you went to? I'm interested in online school as well.
I have an opportunity to go to community college for free as a Frontline worker. I know I can work right away if I get my ADN but my heart is set on tech. Just out of curiosity would you have done the nursing route if you could do it all over again? Sincerely asking and hoping you'll answer. Thank you.
Hi, John Codes can you please tell me between
nursing and software engineering which is the hardest, both the education and job. Thanks
It really really depends. I know software engineers who coast and never do anything. It'd be alooot harder to coast as a bedside nurse. And I know some nurses who have really challenging jobs working in ICU with complex patients. But the same could be said for software engineers. I know some software engineers that are working on complex systems that are critical to the infrastructure of the internet and they are solving challenging problems every day. Both good careers, but different
Wow what a motivation ...
Keep at it!!!
I am 20 i want to change my career from nursing to engineering whats ur suggestion
I’m switching from cs to nursing. I was trying to see reasons why I shouldn’t and I found none. 🤷🏻♂️
Interesting! Curious why you ended up deciding to go to nursing? Don't get me wrong, still a great career field
Don’t do it, stick with computer science
@@Abidjan-weekly yeah I’ve been reading about it all, having serious doubts with the medical system
Do you do backend engineering?
Nice wind waker music
Can I ask how much did it cost total for the 60 credits?
Didn't start Nursing School yet but i have a bad feeling about it and was thinking of taking Computer Science. Will You advice me to risk taking computer science? and Which was harder Nursing School or Computer Science?. Thank You.
I’m in the same boat
Hi @John Codes. I really want to know How much BSN earns/salary and I live in NY. I did some research but nothing shows the exact amount. And I am on the verge of choosing a major Between CS and nursing. I like nursing because i don"t like to sit LOL. But while getting old, I don't think no one will like nursing cz of staying on our feet all day. Thank you!
You can make a TON of money in nursing. But trust me you earn every penny. The 1st 20 years of being a nurse was phenomenal for me. The last 10 years have been pure hell. I'm too old to quit and too young to retire. The world has changed. People are meaner. Nurse Pt ratios are insane. My back is completely fried and I'm just emotionally burnt out. Just my two cents. Good luck in whichever way you decide to go!
@@kalyn7220 thank you so much dear nurse, i hope that you have good life ahead and happiness. Yes nurse looks tough when you reach certain age but I think it's normal to feel that way. U have to just accept things as they are and there's more in life ☺️. About me, i chose basics class for right now and i got pretty much ideas of how nursing will be. And not only you but almost many had feedback like that about nursing as their work. As long as you have a good mindset and positivity, life is good 👍🏻😊
@@shinwooyeo3291what did you decide to go for?
Dou you know about any masters program for non major students such as Northeastern align cs master or Upenn's MCIT???
I've heard really good things about Georgia tech's masters computer science program. They'll also accept people with non-traditional backgrounds. I haven't looked into Northeastern or Upenn, but if they are reputable universities, then I'm sure they're great
Not sure about making more than nursing. As a nurse rn i expect to get pay minimum of $100k anywhere i go which i think is low side.
I don't think that nurses should be paid over 70K annually.
@@Michael-gs8og that is nothing. 100k for icu is average. Computer science is not even stressful as icu rn.
Are you still working in tech or were laid off?
I still work in tech: I was working at AWS and left to join an early stage startup as a sr software engineer
Do you still work as a nurse?
Nope! Left nursing in 2018 after I finished my software engineering degree
Hey, I'm deciding to make this transition from medicine at 25!
I actually applied to OSU because I want a structured program to begin learning as I have absolutely no base. Could you elaborate abit on the OSU program and if you found it worth attending?
In my opinion, it was very very well worth it. OSU is a full CS education, so you'll get the full gambit! I say go for it! it's great
@@JohnCodes thanks so much. I heard they had a recent revamp where they use python for there courses now. Is that the one you went through?
@@I3asyl Hmmm no, when I went through it, it was mostly C++ and C
@@JohnCodes Thanks so much for the tips and great advice! Just had one other question. How were you able to get a TA position for one of the courses even though you were relatively new?
@@I3asyl when I was at OSU, they had mostly undergraduate TAs for the beginner courses and even for many of the 400 and 500 level courses, undergraduates could still be TAs. So if you do really really well in the course, you can become a TA!
What is the music around 7:44?
It's something from the LoFi girl creator playlist - sorry i don't have the title :(
Look up chuck missler on RUclips
Moreover you're also came from another background, he-he, nice that I've found your TikTok and now this :)
btw, want to hear you opinion :)
I'm also bilingual, what do you think should I start RUclips channel on native language, English or both? my native languages are, Belarusian and Russian.
Thanks in advance man :)
Good question!! I'm not sure. I would do some research and see if there are other people in your language doing what you're interested in on RUclips. The real key to RUclips is finding a niche and posting consistently. However, I do think there are a majority of users on RUclips who are english speaking. Check out tools like TubeBuddy and VidIQ; they can help you research and figure out if there's an audience in your native language.