Thank you for making this video, Kendra! I recently paid off the student loans I acquired from my four year Bachelor of Arts degree (that I was never able to use) with my two year community college Nursing degree. I complain about my job plenty, but this profession has truly changed/saved my life!
I'm one week in at my cna job in a facility. I'm totally new to nursing/medical field and just got my certification in July. I absolutely love being a cna and I know I want to become a nurse and I'm aiming to get into the lvn program within the next couple of years. Im 31. I know I don't want to be a cna forever, but I'm happy knowing there's soooo many other avenues besides bedside. I love taking care of people and I'm happy I chose this career path
CNA’s are like gold. Nurses cannot function without them. If I were you I’d go straight for RN. LPN’s are just as qualified as Registered Nurses, however RN’s get paid more and that definitely is frustrating for LPN’s, which I get. Just my advice and good luck. You’ll love nursing school.
I love that you created this video. My algorithm has definitely been on the negative side of nursing only. I feel like the many opinions of others are very unique to their story. I'm at a place in my career that all the points you touched on our the reason for me choosing this profession, on the hardest days these are things I remind myself of. Thank you!
I completely agree with your comments. I found her video because I literally typed positive thoughts on nursing aa, because I’m thinking in to going for my aa in nursing. All of the videos I find are negative yet the choose the profession 🤷🏼♀️😂somethings must be good about it! Good luck in your journey!
I need to become a nurse. I'm still taking my pre-nursing course AP 1, next semester I'll take AP 2, but I like your videos. I know I'll become a nurse by the grace of God. Keep the good work.
I really love being a nurse... I love interaction with others who gave similiar goals and character every day... I love the science in my field (oncology) and so much of the knowledge I gain everyday... and nurses really do garnish so much respect in the community... we remain the most trusted profession.... and I really enjoy so many technical aspects of my job, which includes infusions and access devices and lab monitoring...there is truly something for everyone... stay in nursing...believe in nurses! this was a great video (again!!)
I was a RN nurse for 25 years and if I haven’t gotten sick I would had stay more years I always work In the ER loved it if I was born again I would be a nurse again
I avoid negative nursing videos at this point! I have a goal in mind and I have tunnel vision on it. I’m going to obtain my LPN first (because it’s free) then I’m definitely gonna bridge. I have interest in psych nursing and esthetic nursing but something keeps pulling me to L&D and becoming a NP or midwife.
That is why I made this video. It’s for the people that want to enter the profession. Nursing is recession proof and you will always find a way to make ends meet and more ❤️. Keep pushing.
Passed my NHA CCMA today an your videos keep coming up I’ve been thinking about nursing school since my school has an affiliated school thanks for your videos
It pisses me off when nurses don't utilize the benefits of the nursing schedule. Many complain about working 3 days n a row. I say do it @ least once a month & take mini vacays. Work Sun-Tue, then come back the following Thur-Sat. It will give u recovery time, time 2 play, time 2 & handle ur business. I think some nurses focus too much on the negative. I'm already scheming on how I'm going 2 kill 2023 & still take 8 weeks off. It makes the hard work worth it.
Yes I’m a CNA in nursing school and we do 3 12s too at my facility. Sometimes I would need extra money I’d work 5 or 6 12s in a row. That actually made me prefer 12s over 8s because of the free time. I can’t wait to graduate.
@@erinemm6 There was an uproar with the CNAs about going from 8hrs to 12 hrs @ my old facility 2 yrs ago. After a month or 2, they were so happy they had 4 days off. Some were upset about not getting 40 hrs. I'm like u can work 4 hrs extra somewhere & get that easily. If u pick up an xtra shift, u still have 3 days off.
It's a totally different entity now! The nurses on the floor usually find me to chat ..talk shop..a minute whenever I'm admitted for a stay..when they learn I'm a retired professional nurse and nursing instructor. I am floored at the very lax..easy access process of entering the profession now..and nearly swallowed my thermometer when a young nurse stated they don't have to demonstrate actual proficiency in IV therapy..they practice on each other..etc. I've had very incompetent care in the ER..and on the floor by nurses who were half terrified of the responsibility given to them because they knew they were ill equipped..Ive had to explain certain medications to them..shut off my own IVS..and a number of other alarming things that shouldve never happened. There was a time that a dirty shoe lace would've gotten you sent home..but poor nursing care would've taken you off the floor completely. I feel for these young ladies and men ..because the profession has become an economically attractive industry ...but I feel even more compassion for the sick patients relying on them knowing... what they actually don't know because so much learning is online and not much practicum..there lives and well being is at stake. As students..we got yelled at..randomly challenged in learned skills and theory on the floor..and had to be signed off by drill sargent type instructors..and if you werent cleared..you repeated those courses again and again..but we were safely efficient and really good charge nurses and supervisors coming up through the ranks. Seeing patients who are injured or unalert with not one side rail up is awful but it is common...lawsuits and disasters wziting to happen. There are some who seen to be in the profession for all the correct reasons..but it's pretty scarey out there. To those of you who are passionate . .diligent..and empathetic...many blessings and productive hours of life crisis intervention to you. Praying for you all. That's right..I left the profession after my latter years of Mental Health service..for Ministry. They're not much different..theyre both love.😇
Haha youtube has been really pushing why I quit nursing videos 😅 I do love a good storytime so I do find them entertaining, but it can be discouraging as a prospective student to literally never see many positive videos, so I really appreciate this🤗 I love that it's a career people really can move forward financially and get that freedom for their family. Also this lip color on you looks so good👌👌
Saw one of your videos randomgly the other day .. really enjoyed listening to your experience, but now all I see on my feed are videos about nurses popping up.. until a week ago it wasn't even a thing for me lol but to be honest, its not about nursing, but you.. so likeable and seem so passionate about your profession, admirable.
I’m gonna cry. Thank you SO much for this video. I definitely had to unfollow some accounts on Instagram that posted very negative and jaded and dark humor regarding their patients and the hospital setting. I am so happy to watch your videos instead!!! ❤
Nursing has it’s good, and fulfilling sides for sure, and it’s can be very toxic and disheartening at times. That is just the reality of the field. Like with anything else You have to figure out how to navigate it and make it work for you. The money is good but never let it supersede your peace of mind or jeopardize what you worked hard to achieve, your license. ❤
I love you so much! I was a cna for two years it was super toxic, but I love helping people so I’m gonna continue for sure! Do you think you could make a video about tips on staying strong at work? You seem like you take no shit, and even though I’m amazing at advocating for others I rarely do so for myself?
Yes, I am very happy to see this video. I am considering going back into nursing after failing nursing school 10 years ago. I love the nursing field. I am going back.
IMO the best part about being a nurse, besides being a nurse lol.... is the family time I can have. I can be PRN, part-time, full time and still get insurance for my family. Working less, making more, being home and still get benefits for my family.
This is great! I just came across your page and you have everything that I want to be. Its great to have your insight and info to be able to assist a Black-Hispanic woman get to where they want to be.
Thank you for this! Going for nursing now and I get so much negativity from nurses in the profession telling me to run! I’m still excited about my new career though and ready to be a great nurse and make good money 😊
Thank you soo much for this video, it was much needed.. I am planning on pursuing a nursing career but with all the negativity surrounding it I was feeling soo discouraged..
I have been seeing a TON of videos about nurses quitting the profession as well so thank you so much for sharing this! (Job security, flexible schedules and financial freedom!) This needed to be heard!
❤the video! I love being a nurse! Nursing is a challenge profession…so many areas and opportunities! I am a school nurse and I like it…off holiday, off weekend, and off Summer. Also, love 7-3 pm (5 days a week). I do have a part time job as well.
I'm well aware that nursing sucks. But I'm up for the challenge. I could use some character growth lol. And I'm gonna be a great nurse. I love your videos and the honesty. I don't wanna get into something that I don't know what I'm getting into. I know what I'm getting into with nursing.
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Hi Kendra! New to your channel. I am m a nurse myself and like hearing other nursing perspective on our profession. I am so glad you did this video to encourage our fellow nurses entering the profession. New nurses need to know the truth. I am often torn when giving advice to people asking me about my nursing career and if they should pursue one. I often come back and tell them yes that although it is very toxic and stressful there are many many opportunities to be gained from it. Security being one, versatility being the second. I never encourage people to go into it for the money, because a unhappy nurse who is there for the money only, is just not a good thing overall, speaking primary from the patient's point of view, but yes financial security is definitely a pro. I bought my first house at 33 by working nights and overtime that allowed me to clean up my credit and save up for a down payment for my 1st home which is now rental property!! So yes you're absolutely correct about financial security. I have worked at the bedside, behind the scenes, not at the bedside, from home, in a handsoff capacity and I realized in my role this year that the entire U.S. Healthcare system as a whole is toxic - which includes nursing. So i choose to work part time in a indirect care role, only two days a week, making a full-time salary as I pursue a career outside of nursing. So, this career can be leveraged to do whatever you want at the end of the day. The nurse calls the shots! Literally!
Thank you Spring Flower. Nursing def can’t only be for financial gain, you need to genuinely care for people or else you will harm patients. I love all that you were able to accomplish with your hard work. ❤️
Hi I hope you are doing well. I read your whole comment very true. My question is if you don’t mind sharing,what is this indirect part time job making salary pay? I have only worked on hospital setting. Right now I don’t want to leave hospital because of some major financial goals. But for the future I do want to try different things. Specially less stress.
Hello Thank you for everything that you have shared with us all about nurse bullying for I was never the one to let that happen to me cause I told in their little click that they had and I was so stressed out that I took a leave of absence from work and got paid foe time off as well
Thank you for this. As a nursing student those videos of nurses leaving was very much discouraging. But I told myself we will always need nurses. This profession isn’t going anywhere
Thank you so much Kendra! You are such a fresh breath of air! I’m hoping to start nursing school here in Baltimore in January 🤞🏽. You always have such a positive outlook & spirit & I look forward to watching your videos 🥰
Thank you for this! I’m currently in school in my last semester of completing my pre-requisites to then apply to a nursing school. I was getting a bit discouraged and questioning if I should pursue nursing or not after watching so many negative videos. Thanks for motivating me again.
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I am so glad I found your channel I don't listen to the negative people because at the end of the day they still talking but they still working in the profession nursing is absolutely the best profession that is everything you described is so true I'm currently taking prerequisites and I'll be applying to the program in 2023 please keep these videos coming I love it I am single mom and just like you stated looking to get my kids the best life I can so thank you so so much I don't listen to haters only work with the Lord.😊🥰
I love all of your videos.. what about CNA’s to RN’s sometimes it’s hard doing that’s.. when RN hear that u want to go to school or are in school.. they try to make things Harder or be so into everything. Or tell u how hard it is.. smh. My son is grown now and I would start and stop. But I will be starting soon .. I don’t think I will tell any of my coworkers just whom I need to give my schedule too.
Considering nursing vs accounting. Its a tough pick. Both have great pros and their own cons. One thing I'm comparing is lifestyle/work life balance since job security/demand and good salary is similar. Accountants have a pretty nice lifestyle. Very clean. However during tax season it is like the superbowl and you will be working a lot a lot. No vacations during this time. Also theres not really flexible, variable shifts in accounting... The best you can find is the type of job with the standard 9-5. With nursing, how many jobs give you the ability to work 3, 12 hour shifts a week with a good salary?? Thats a steal. If I were to do nursing, I'd become an OR nurse since I wanted to be a surgical tech for a long time.
Kendra I love watching your videos. Let me tell you an experience I occurred last night shift, I am a Patient Care Technician ( which means I am a CNA and a Phlebotomist) I work in a top qualified trauma Emergency Department I had a new grad Nurse whom thought it was beneath him to preform an Enema on a patient, he claimed there was not a Fleet enema in the entire hospital so he could not give it. Now I was totally out of line but I had an outburst with this nurse and carried on like a fool. I raised my voice and was like are you serious we do not have a fleet enema in this entire hospital for you to give this patient an enema ? Well me stubborn that I am went and found cases of them and threw it at him. I said to him I would of given you more respect if you would of told us that you simply did not have to time to give it which by now has been 5 hours overdue. He said well my team leader said that was not important and can be pass to the next nurse. How in the world is that acceptable? There has to be some accountability for his and the team lead for this. Everyone this I am over acting. This is a prime example of neglect and everyone thinks is okay. This situation had me so upset and Thur truly believe it was okay to do that! Okay enough ranting for now. Any advice or have you every experience some nonsense like this?
Hi, you’re not overreacting, the enema should’ve been administered. A lot of nurses don’t like to get their hands dirty and that leads to poor patient outcomes. Kudos to you for standing up and shining light on something that happens quite often.
Thank you so much for this video. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿. I will be graduating in December of this year and some of the content I have been seeing have been discouraging 😅
Hey Kendra, another great video posted in the right moment lol! My youtube algorithm kept showing me videos of nurses quitting their jobs for other stuff either related to the nursing profession (own company) or another field! Thanks again for all your tips!! As a current bachelor undergraduate nursing student, I was wondering if you could make a video where you show the multiple branches that a RN can do and what’s the pathway to take to achieve it. I believe that with the knowledge you have and having yourself a master in teaching, you would be a great resource for all of us. Thank you for the knowledge and advice you’re giving us! Hope that you and your family are doing well! Take care ;)
Thank you and God bless you Kendra! This is just what I needed to hear. Am in 2nd year nursing school and was getting ready to quit. Now I am inspired to keep going. :)
Thank you for making this video! I'm a third year nursing student & I've left another comment on your video talking about how discouraged I can feel sometimes because having anxiety/depression and feeling like a burden in placements can be tough. I've considered dropping out many times despite the fact that I loved working at LTC as a PSW during the summers as a way to save up money. I loved interacting with my residents and giving them the care they deserve. I've asked myself many times "do I hate nursing?" or "do I just hate nursing SCHOOL?" and I think that it's definitely the second option. How can I hate a profession in which I can do whatever I like? Especially when I've loved aspects of it beforehand. I like how you mentioned the fact you can tap into other things as a nurse since many people I know have opened their own aesthetic clinics. And the fact that I control how much money I make. It feels secure and it feels good to be such a vital part of society. Great video as always(:
I watched the whole video and I agree with you. I'm still in it while being black listed and a long ligation process. But, you have to understand, not everybody can deal with working in a toxic environment; even yourself quit a job with an agency. The most important thing to know is your legal rights and the collective agreement. Yes, keep a journal of events. Second, nurses should keep changing jobs every two years or so. Keep learning. Third, nurses talk alot, so do not share your personal information at work to anyone. Fourth, nurses should have one friend on the unit that she can count on, avoid clicks. Fifth, be a team player. Trust me, these tips will help you stay and continue to grow on the profession. I still love working with people, despite the hostility I lived through. It's not the money, but the joy of loving your profession that really matters. I'm pioneering to make changes and to hold nurses accountable for their actions if harming another person's career. Its soo worth it. Good day
Thinking about going back to nursing school after 20 yrs in the military. I hear the horror stories of more senior nurse bullies which leads to toxic learning environments for new nurses (we have that too in the military), high school gossiping bt nurses, & burnout due to hospital admin. I love patho, pharm, a&p, microbiology., etc, but don’t want to go back to a very very poor toxic environment where new folks are treated like dirt (instead of building up new folks to help propel their careers which helps ALL at the unit in the long run), can’t get hired bc of no experience (this is how I ended up in the military after already having a bachelors), working with women gossips (love being in a male dominated field..although that has its challenges as well). I watch this video, BUT what do you all think about pursuing this avenue after the military?
Hi, I love your content even though I’m not a nurse. I work in healthcare, in an administrative capacity. My question is do you have to be a nurse to get the CPR instructor certification?
Lol o don’t like Monday through Friday Jobs. I love my free time and wiggle room. ❤ And prn is the way to go. I work part time now because I want the good insurance. But once I get what I need out the insurance.I will be working prn. And I also did nursing for my future family,flexibility,higher education opportunities etc etc and I hope to do missionary one day. There is a lot of opportunities. I can even work on my own projects,business ideas and endeavors and use my nursing to help support those goals.
Continue to share positive stories! I love working in healthcare, but I will not be caught up with the harmful and toxic behaviours of those who set those low standards. When I hear other people saying I'm just doing the basic at work....I'm a leader not a follower of bad traits. Blessing to the good ones in healthcare. Continue to be the positive leader you are. Someone is watching you, and your hard work will pay off.
I agree with this whole video. Often times you have toxic and negative ass ppl talking down on nursing. Ppl are lazy and weak! You definitely see who's in this profession for the money when ur on the floor. Yes you see some burnt out, yes some patients and there families are rude but of u wanna make a move, u can make a move! 😅
Your content has really get me prepared for the future in this nursing profession. No doubt, nursing can be demanding and frustrating at some point based on my research so far but at the long run, it worth it if you are strategic and be able to plan your future. The flexible shift is top notch for me 😀 imagine having to work 36hours a week and I decide to take two days to run all those hours while the rest 5days is all for me to chill 😎 life is good! Monday to Friday work is not for me.
I am so struggling now with my first semester and I haven't figured out the WHY,. I am literally 😭...How can I have a private conversation with you? I came across your channel while reviewing additional supporting info for my courses.
Yes,you can control your moneyflow,and schedule. Tapping into other businesses and limitless opportunities in the profession are big reason to get your basic R.N. I always recommend this to people who are doubtful about studying nursing. You can branch out infinitely.
I've had an incredibly difficult time as a nurse so far. I've been a nurse for 3 years. There are definitely moments where I truly contemplated quitting. However I can't deny the job security, flexibility, and variety of specialties that nursing offers. Thank you for reminding me of the positives of this profession. It's very easy to remain focused on the negative. Hopefully I can find my way in this profession.
I’ve always admired the profession of nursing and always follow nursing and other nurses however, I’m a little leery because I do know myself and I feel like they’d fired me because the moment they tell me that I can’t do anything extra for a patient or they try to tie my hands or they be bullies or racist towards me then I’m gonna flip on them thus making them want to fire me. 😅
Nursing is the only way I can fulfill my traveling dreams! Plus I like healthcare in general. Now, the politics, the gossiping, the racist mofos are gonna make it difficult
Seriously, I just tune those negative videos out and hit the "do not recommend to me" button. If you are looking for a career that is perfect and without fault you will never be happy or find it. All professions deal with crap. Nursing is a flexible job with great income that provides. There are good days and bad days just like any other job. Plus, the ones who are complaining in these videos are earning money and not doing back breaking work like working in a ware house or working in a nursing home as a CNA with total care patients. There are worse jobs out there.
Nursing used to be a good profession if you listen to this lady she's only talking about the people that do the paperwork computer entry and Doctor talking RN is a good profession where they went wrong is what they wanted to be practitioners they're trying to be as close as they can to be a doctor they just ain't going to happen no matter what degree you get the pharmacy the doctor I'm not going to let you enter what they may once again this young lady did not mention the people that do the work the nurse's age LPN thank you so much I guess we're going to have a year or two or RN's cry but they brought it up on themselves thank you so much
I am an RN and I have exited to watch my son for the past 3 years. I will not get back into nursing in a traditional sense ever again but I hope there will be something related in nursing for me in the future possibly.... Bedside nursing is just definitely not for me.... And a good number of nurses are bullies. Not all of them, but definitely a good number. If they're not a bully, many of them are bully supporters or shut their eyes to the truth. That's all I can say....I do think it is a good profession for the right person. Just not for me...
@@KendraRN What an honor to get a direct response! I don't have a plan yet.... Since I am just focused on my kids I am thinking a little but not intensely focused on a plan.❤️
That’s why after a year of cvicu experience I got my ccrn and with a year and 4 months of experience got into crna school and start in may, I’m not sure how people do icu for 5+ years. Mostly how hospitals manage staffing and other things for nurses is what gets under my skin
Nursing is a noble career. Kendra your videos give negative feedback as well. Nursing IMO is not a long term career.. Nurses posting their experience while subjective is accurate. It's called balance. I'm starting to believe the Nursing community make videos for clout. Some will be titled I quit Nursing then when you get to the end of the video ,they are actually in another area of Nursing. Smh People do what you love. If you want to be a nurse go for it but have an exit plan.
Of course, I share my lived experiences, however I’m also aware that it can discourage those wanting to pursue the career. I don’t want them to miss out on an opportunity to better their lives, therefore I made this video.
Thank you for making this video, Kendra!
I recently paid off the student loans I acquired from my four year Bachelor of Arts degree (that I was never able to use) with my two year community college Nursing degree.
I complain about my job plenty, but this profession has truly changed/saved my life!
You really should share your journey. Very impressive❤️
Please share your journey
I'm one week in at my cna job in a facility. I'm totally new to nursing/medical field and just got my certification in July. I absolutely love being a cna and I know I want to become a nurse and I'm aiming to get into the lvn program within the next couple of years. Im 31. I know I don't want to be a cna forever, but I'm happy knowing there's soooo many other avenues besides bedside. I love taking care of people and I'm happy I chose this career path
CNA’s are like gold. Nurses cannot function without them. If I were you I’d go straight for RN. LPN’s are just as qualified as Registered Nurses, however RN’s get paid more and that definitely is frustrating for LPN’s, which I get. Just my advice and good luck. You’ll love nursing school.
I love that you created this video. My algorithm has definitely been on the negative side of nursing only. I feel like the many opinions of others are very unique to their story. I'm at a place in my career that all the points you touched on our the reason for me choosing this profession, on the hardest days these are things I remind myself of. Thank you!
Yes! You’re so welcome! Nursing will afford you so many opportunities. ❤
@@KendraRN lol my husband tells me to stop watching these negative content on nursing. He says it will make me brainwashed.
Same!
I completely agree with your comments. I found her video because I literally typed positive thoughts on nursing aa, because I’m thinking in to going for my aa in nursing. All of the videos I find are negative yet the choose the profession 🤷🏼♀️😂somethings must be good about it! Good luck in your journey!
I need to become a nurse. I'm still taking my pre-nursing course AP 1, next semester I'll take AP 2, but I like your videos. I know I'll become a nurse by the grace of God. Keep the good work.
Amen!
I really love being a nurse... I love interaction with others who gave similiar goals and character every day... I love the science in my field (oncology) and so much of the knowledge I gain everyday... and nurses really do garnish so much respect in the community... we remain the most trusted profession.... and I really enjoy so many technical aspects of my job, which includes infusions and access devices and lab monitoring...there is truly something for everyone... stay in nursing...believe in nurses! this was a great video (again!!)
Hi there! Thank you so much. ❤️
I was a RN nurse for 25 years and if I haven’t gotten sick I would had stay more years I always work In the ER loved it if I was born again I would be a nurse again
I’m a new grad & will officially start my 1st job next month. THANKS, for the friendly reminder that NURSES RULE!!!👩🏽⚕️♥️
I avoid negative nursing videos at this point! I have a goal in mind and I have tunnel vision on it. I’m going to obtain my LPN first (because it’s free) then I’m definitely gonna bridge. I have interest in psych nursing and esthetic nursing but something keeps pulling me to L&D and becoming a NP or midwife.
That is why I made this video. It’s for the people that want to enter the profession. Nursing is recession proof and you will always find a way to make ends meet and more ❤️. Keep pushing.
@@KendraRN EXACTLY!!! My oldest graduates high school in 2026 and I wanna send him off right.
Free? How ?
This is amazing! I’m getting ready to into nursing school. I’m am falling in love with this profession. Thank you so much for this video!
I love how you are so in tuned with this profession I wish you could be my mentor. Well you are sorta in an abstract way. Lord bless you dirl!
Nicolee, my email is available for any questions.
Passed my NHA CCMA today an your videos keep coming up I’ve been thinking about nursing school since my school has an affiliated school thanks for your videos
It pisses me off when nurses don't utilize the benefits of the nursing schedule. Many complain about working 3 days n a row. I say do it @ least once a month & take mini vacays. Work Sun-Tue, then come back the following Thur-Sat. It will give u recovery time, time 2 play, time 2 & handle ur business. I think some nurses focus too much on the negative.
I'm already scheming on how I'm going 2 kill 2023 & still take 8 weeks off. It makes the hard work worth it.
I like the sound of that. Let me know how it works out for you.
@@KendraRN Will do.
Yes I’m a CNA in nursing school and we do 3 12s too at my facility. Sometimes I would need extra money I’d work 5 or 6 12s in a row. That actually made me prefer 12s over 8s because of the free time. I can’t wait to graduate.
@@erinemm6 There was an uproar with the CNAs about going from 8hrs to 12 hrs @ my old facility 2 yrs ago. After a month or 2, they were so happy they had 4 days off. Some were upset about not getting 40 hrs. I'm like u can work 4 hrs extra somewhere & get that easily. If u pick up an xtra shift, u still have 3 days off.
@@mistermilkman yup way better. We do two on two off rotation
Hi Kendra, I love this video. I passed my NCLEX coz I keep listening to this video to keep me motivated. ❤
You are most definitely called to be an educator! Thanks for the encouragement. Really needed the pep talk.
It's a totally different entity now! The nurses on the floor usually find me to chat ..talk shop..a minute whenever I'm admitted for a stay..when they learn I'm a retired professional nurse and nursing instructor. I am floored at the very lax..easy access process of entering the profession now..and nearly swallowed my thermometer when a young nurse stated they don't have to demonstrate actual proficiency in IV therapy..they practice on each other..etc. I've had very incompetent care in the ER..and on the floor by nurses who were half terrified of the responsibility given to them because they knew they were ill equipped..Ive had to explain certain medications to them..shut off my own IVS..and a number of other alarming things that shouldve never happened. There was a time that a dirty shoe lace would've gotten you sent home..but poor nursing care would've taken you off the floor completely. I feel for these young ladies and men
..because the profession has become an economically attractive industry ...but I feel even more compassion for the sick patients relying on them knowing... what they actually don't know because so much learning is online and not much practicum..there lives and well being is at stake. As students..we got yelled at..randomly challenged in learned skills and theory on the floor..and had to be signed off by drill sargent type instructors..and if you werent cleared..you repeated those courses again and again..but we were safely efficient and really good charge nurses and supervisors coming up through the ranks. Seeing patients who are injured or unalert with not one side rail up is awful but it is common...lawsuits and disasters wziting to happen. There are some who seen to be in the profession for all the correct reasons..but it's pretty scarey out there. To those of you who are passionate . .diligent..and empathetic...many blessings and productive hours of life crisis intervention to you. Praying for you all. That's right..I left the profession after my latter years of Mental Health service..for Ministry. They're not much different..theyre both love.😇
I needed to hear this! Just found your channel and you are already one of my fave nurse to watch.
I love this !! Thank you for this ❤
Thank you for this!!! It is a good reminder
Thank you! the most rewarding part is taking care of people and saving lives
I love that you made this..I am currently an LPN and wanting to continue to get my RN and all I see anymore is negative content!
Haha youtube has been really pushing why I quit nursing videos 😅 I do love a good storytime so I do find them entertaining, but it can be discouraging as a prospective student to literally never see many positive videos, so I really appreciate this🤗 I love that it's a career people really can move forward financially and get that freedom for their family. Also this lip color on you looks so good👌👌
😂I’m saaaaying. I’m just in nursing school and the negativity isn’t good
Saw one of your videos randomgly the other day .. really enjoyed listening to your experience, but now all I see on my feed are videos about nurses popping up.. until a week ago it wasn't even a thing for me lol but to be honest, its not about nursing, but you.. so likeable and seem so passionate about your profession, admirable.
Hi, thank you for your comment. I really appreciate the love ❤️
Very encouraging! So much so I got up and decided to study for the HESI for at least another hour. Thank you!
Thank you. Imma keep heading in that direction
Thank you for thos video. Halfway through nursing school and RUclips loves recommending videos of all the nurses that quit.
Girl, thanks you so much for your advice ❤💕💗💓
I’m gonna cry. Thank you SO much for this video. I definitely had to unfollow some accounts on Instagram that posted very negative and jaded and dark humor regarding their patients and the hospital setting. I am so happy to watch your videos instead!!! ❤
You are gorgeous nurse Kendra, that rouge🫶🏾🫶🏾. Thanks for the gems
Nursing has it’s good, and fulfilling sides for sure, and it’s can be very toxic and disheartening at times. That is just the reality of the field. Like with anything else You have to figure out how to navigate it and make it work for you. The money is good but never let it supersede your peace of mind or jeopardize what you worked hard to achieve, your license. ❤
Love all the the teachable moment ,no Iam not in this field but I enjoy the great video that you share Thank you.
Tbh, you were part of that algorithm but I am glad you made this video. Thank you.
Thank you!
Thank you so much for this video. I NEEDED to hear this after all the negative feeds about nursing that kept coming in on my algorithm.
Yes, there should be some balance. Nursing is challenging but you can make a way for yourself and your family.
I love you so much! I was a cna for two years it was super toxic, but I love helping people so I’m gonna continue for sure! Do you think you could make a video about tips on staying strong at work? You seem like you take no shit, and even though I’m amazing at advocating for others I rarely do so for myself?
You put out the best nursing videos
I wish I had worked with more nurses like you.
This is encouraging I’m applying for nursing school.
My God you really motivates me
I was so down spirited and had changed my mind about doing ENCLEX
Thank you for affirming this truth about nursing.
Thank you for sharing
Yes, I am very happy to see this video. I am considering going back into nursing after failing nursing school 10 years ago. I love the nursing field. I am going back.
IMO the best part about being a nurse, besides being a nurse lol.... is the family time I can have. I can be PRN, part-time, full time and still get insurance for my family. Working less, making more, being home and still get benefits for my family.
That is the case for me!❤️
👋😊❤️ from California! Your advice via GOLD! God bless you. Also, I like the braids on you, cute.
Lovely, thank you so much! I appreciate your comment.🤗❤️
Hi Kendra! New subscriber here, love the content you put out. I’m actually a student and I apply for the nursing program next month.
This is great! I just came across your page and you have everything that I want to be. Its great to have your insight and info to be able to assist a Black-Hispanic woman get to where they want to be.
Hi, thank you. I’m just trying to put valuable content out to be a resource for others. Thank you 💓
Thanks for sharing
Thank you for this information
Thank you for this! Going for nursing now and I get so much negativity from nurses in the profession telling me to run! I’m still excited about my new career though and ready to be a great nurse and make good money 😊
Thank you soo much for this video, it was much needed.. I am planning on pursuing a nursing career but with all the negativity surrounding it I was feeling soo discouraged..
Okaaay Kendra! On the road to 21k!!! Congratulations 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Yikes! It’s all God! ❤️
I have been seeing a TON of videos about nurses quitting the profession as well so thank you so much for sharing this! (Job security, flexible schedules and financial freedom!) This needed to be heard!
❤the video! I love being a nurse! Nursing is a challenge profession…so many areas and opportunities! I am a school nurse and I like it…off holiday, off weekend, and off Summer. Also, love 7-3 pm (5 days a week). I do have a part time job as well.
I'm well aware that nursing sucks. But I'm up for the challenge. I could use some character growth lol. And I'm gonna be a great nurse. I love your videos and the honesty. I don't wanna get into something that I don't know what I'm getting into. I know what I'm getting into with nursing.
Have you been struggling with NCLEX be it LPN or RN, have you taken the exam for more than once? Are you taking it for the first time? Do you have a too busy schedule to study? Get to Dr Needham for your NCLEX assistance
You reallly don’t unless you worked as a nurse
Hi Kendra! New to your channel. I am m a nurse myself and like hearing other nursing perspective on our profession. I am so glad you did this video to encourage our fellow nurses entering the profession. New nurses need to know the truth. I am often torn when giving advice to people asking me about my nursing career and if they should pursue one. I often come back and tell them yes that although it is very toxic and stressful there are many many opportunities to be gained from it. Security being one, versatility being the second. I never encourage people to go into it for the money, because a unhappy nurse who is there for the money only, is just not a good thing overall, speaking primary from the patient's point of view, but yes financial security is definitely a pro. I bought my first house at 33 by working nights and overtime that allowed me to clean up my credit and save up for a down payment for my 1st home which is now rental property!! So yes you're absolutely correct about financial security. I have worked at the bedside, behind the scenes, not at the bedside, from home, in a handsoff capacity and I realized in my role this year that the entire U.S. Healthcare system as a whole is toxic - which includes nursing. So i choose to work part time in a indirect care role, only two days a week, making a full-time salary as I pursue a career outside of nursing. So, this career can be leveraged to do whatever you want at the end of the day. The nurse calls the shots! Literally!
Thank you Spring Flower. Nursing def can’t only be for financial gain, you need to genuinely care for people or else you will harm patients. I love all that you were able to accomplish with your hard work. ❤️
Hi I hope you are doing well. I read your whole comment very true. My question is if you don’t mind sharing,what is this indirect part time job making salary pay? I have only worked on hospital setting. Right now I don’t want to leave hospital because of some major financial goals. But for the future I do want to try different things. Specially less stress.
Thank you 🙏
Hello
Thank you for everything that you have shared with us all about nurse bullying for I was never the one to let that happen to me cause I told in their little click that they had and I was so stressed out that I took a leave of absence from work and got paid foe time off as well
Thank u for this video been seeing lots of I quit videos ❤
Thank you, I’m trying to add some balance and positive perspective.
Thank you.
Thank you for this. As a nursing student those videos of nurses leaving was very much discouraging. But I told myself we will always need nurses. This profession isn’t going anywhere
Thank you so much Kendra! You are such a fresh breath of air! I’m hoping to start nursing school here in Baltimore in January 🤞🏽. You always have such a positive outlook & spirit & I look forward to watching your videos 🥰
Thank you
Thank you for this! I’m currently in school in my last semester of completing my pre-requisites to then apply to a nursing school. I was getting a bit discouraged and questioning if I should pursue nursing or not after watching so many negative videos. Thanks for motivating me again.
Have you been struggling with NCLEX be it LPN or RN, have you taken the exam for more than once? Are you taking it for the first time? Do you have a too busy schedule to study? Get to Dr Needham for your NCLEX assistance
OMG! Please don’t allow other people’s experiences to shape your future. You’ll be a great nurse.
@@michaelreinhart562 aww thanks for that comment and for being kind❤️
I am so glad I found your channel I don't listen to the negative people because at the end of the day they still talking but they still working in the profession nursing is absolutely the best profession that is everything you described is so true I'm currently taking prerequisites and I'll be applying to the program in 2023 please keep these videos coming I love it I am single mom and just like you stated looking to get my kids the best life I can so thank you so so much I don't listen to haters only work with the Lord.😊🥰
I love all of your videos.. what about CNA’s to RN’s sometimes it’s hard doing that’s.. when RN hear that u want to go to school or are in school.. they try to make things Harder or be so into everything. Or tell u how hard it is.. smh. My son is grown now and I would start and stop. But I will be starting soon .. I don’t think I will tell any of my coworkers just whom I need to give my schedule too.
Considering nursing vs accounting. Its a tough pick. Both have great pros and their own cons. One thing I'm comparing is lifestyle/work life balance since job security/demand and good salary is similar. Accountants have a pretty nice lifestyle. Very clean. However during tax season it is like the superbowl and you will be working a lot a lot. No vacations during this time. Also theres not really flexible, variable shifts in accounting... The best you can find is the type of job with the standard 9-5.
With nursing, how many jobs give you the ability to work 3, 12 hour shifts a week with a good salary?? Thats a steal. If I were to do nursing, I'd become an OR nurse since I wanted to be a surgical tech for a long time.
Kendra I love watching your videos. Let me tell you an experience I occurred last night shift, I am a Patient Care Technician ( which means I am a CNA and a Phlebotomist) I work in a top qualified trauma Emergency Department I had a new grad Nurse whom thought it was beneath him to preform an Enema on a patient, he claimed there was not a Fleet enema in the entire hospital so he could not give it. Now I was totally out of line but I had an outburst with this nurse and carried on like a fool. I raised my voice and was like are you serious we do not have a fleet enema in this entire hospital for you to give this patient an enema ? Well me stubborn that I am went and found cases of them and threw it at him. I said to him I would of given you more respect if you would of told us that you simply did not have to time to give it which by now has been 5 hours overdue. He said well my team leader said that was not important and can be pass to the next nurse. How in the world is that acceptable? There has to be some accountability for his and the team lead for this. Everyone this I am over acting. This is a prime example of neglect and everyone thinks is okay. This situation had me so upset and Thur truly believe it was okay to do that! Okay enough ranting for now. Any advice or have you every experience some nonsense like this?
Hi, you’re not overreacting, the enema should’ve been administered. A lot of nurses don’t like to get their hands dirty and that leads to poor patient outcomes. Kudos to you for standing up and shining light on something that happens quite often.
Thank you so much for this video. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿. I will be graduating in December of this year and some of the content I have been seeing have been discouraging 😅
Congrats! 🎉 Yes, there needs to be some balance in the algorithm as far as nursing in concerned.
Hey Kendra, another great video posted in the right moment lol! My youtube algorithm kept showing me videos of nurses quitting their jobs for other stuff either related to the nursing profession (own company) or another field! Thanks again for all your tips!! As a current bachelor undergraduate nursing student, I was wondering if you could make a video where you show the multiple branches that a RN can do and what’s the pathway to take to achieve it. I believe that with the knowledge you have and having yourself a master in teaching, you would be a great resource for all of us. Thank you for the knowledge and advice you’re giving us! Hope that you and your family are doing well! Take care ;)
I’m really passionate about nursing…..I just wish they’d make our work environment favorable.
Thank you and God bless you Kendra! This is just what I needed to hear. Am in 2nd year nursing school and was getting ready to quit. Now I am inspired to keep going. :)
Please do. Nursing offers flexibility and financial security once you know how to budget.
Thank you for making this video! I'm a third year nursing student & I've left another comment on your video talking about how discouraged I can feel sometimes because having anxiety/depression and feeling like a burden in placements can be tough. I've considered dropping out many times despite the fact that I loved working at LTC as a PSW during the summers as a way to save up money. I loved interacting with my residents and giving them the care they deserve. I've asked myself many times "do I hate nursing?" or "do I just hate nursing SCHOOL?" and I think that it's definitely the second option. How can I hate a profession in which I can do whatever I like? Especially when I've loved aspects of it beforehand. I like how you mentioned the fact you can tap into other things as a nurse since many people I know have opened their own aesthetic clinics. And the fact that I control how much money I make. It feels secure and it feels good to be such a vital part of society. Great video as always(:
I watched the whole video and I agree with you. I'm still in it while being black listed and a long ligation process. But, you have to understand, not everybody can deal with working in a toxic environment; even yourself quit a job with an agency. The most important thing to know is your legal rights and the collective agreement. Yes, keep a journal of events. Second, nurses should keep changing jobs every two years or so. Keep learning. Third, nurses talk alot, so do not share your personal information at work to anyone. Fourth, nurses should have one friend on the unit that she can count on, avoid clicks. Fifth, be a team player. Trust me, these tips will help you stay and continue to grow on the profession. I still love working with people, despite the hostility I lived through. It's not the money, but the joy of loving your profession that really matters. I'm pioneering to make changes and to hold nurses accountable for their actions if harming another person's career. Its soo worth it. Good day
Thank you Jen, I will certainly make a mental note of everything you stated. Stay well ❤️
Thank you for making this video bc 90% of the videos out here are negative
Thinking about going back to nursing school after 20 yrs in the military.
I hear the horror stories of more senior nurse bullies which leads to toxic learning environments for new nurses (we have that too in the military), high school gossiping bt nurses, & burnout due to hospital admin.
I love patho, pharm, a&p, microbiology., etc, but don’t want to go back to a very very poor toxic environment where new folks are treated like dirt (instead of building up new folks to help propel their careers which helps ALL at the unit in the long run), can’t get hired bc of no experience (this is how I ended up in the military after already having a bachelors), working with women gossips (love being in a male dominated field..although that has its challenges as well).
I watch this video, BUT what do you all think about pursuing this avenue after the military?
I cannot believe I am payed to care for each other, a black nurse in ICU
Hi, I love your content even though I’m not a nurse. I work in healthcare, in an administrative capacity. My question is do you have to be a nurse to get the CPR instructor certification?
Hi there, you do not! Thank you for your kind words.
Lol o don’t like Monday through Friday Jobs. I love my free time and wiggle room. ❤
And prn is the way to go. I work part time now because I want the good insurance. But once I get what I need out the insurance.I will be working prn. And I also did nursing for my future family,flexibility,higher education opportunities etc etc and I hope to do missionary one day. There is a lot of opportunities. I can even work on my own projects,business ideas and endeavors and use my nursing to help support those goals.
Nadia, you nailed it!
Its nice to hear the good side. - 8 yr RN😁
true tok sis
Continue to share positive stories! I love working in healthcare, but I will not be caught up with the harmful and toxic behaviours of those who set those low standards.
When I hear other people saying I'm just doing the basic at work....I'm a leader not a follower of bad traits.
Blessing to the good ones in healthcare. Continue to be the positive leader you are. Someone is watching you, and your hard work will pay off.
I agree with this whole video. Often times you have toxic and negative ass ppl talking down on nursing. Ppl are lazy and weak! You definitely see who's in this profession for the money when ur on the floor. Yes you see some burnt out, yes some patients and there families are rude but of u wanna make a move, u can make a move! 😅
Your content has really get me prepared for the future in this nursing profession. No doubt, nursing can be demanding and frustrating at some point based on my research so far but at the long run, it worth it if you are strategic and be able to plan your future.
The flexible shift is top notch for me 😀 imagine having to work 36hours a week and I decide to take two days to run all those hours while the rest 5days is all for me to chill 😎 life is good!
Monday to Friday work is not for me.
I am so struggling now with my first semester and I haven't figured out the WHY,. I am literally 😭...How can I have a private conversation with you? I came across your channel while reviewing additional supporting info for my courses.
Yes,you can control your moneyflow,and schedule. Tapping into other businesses and limitless opportunities in the profession are big reason to get your basic R.N. I always recommend this to people who are doubtful about studying nursing. You can branch out infinitely.
I've had an incredibly difficult time as a nurse so far. I've been a nurse for 3 years. There are definitely moments where I truly contemplated quitting. However I can't deny the job security, flexibility, and variety of specialties that nursing offers. Thank you for reminding me of the positives of this profession. It's very easy to remain focused on the negative. Hopefully I can find my way in this profession.
May I ask what has been the difficulty?
I’ve always admired the profession of nursing and always follow nursing and other nurses however, I’m a little leery because I do know myself and I feel like they’d fired me because the moment they tell me that I can’t do anything extra for a patient or they try to tie my hands or they be bullies or racist towards me then I’m gonna flip on them thus making them want to fire me. 😅
Newsflash to the toxic nurses - many if not most jobs have stressful problems and negative people. And without the security or pay of nursing.
Nursing is the only way I can fulfill my traveling dreams! Plus I like healthcare in general. Now, the politics, the gossiping, the racist mofos are gonna make it difficult
It can provide so many opportunities.
I'm sure that nursing is a good profession; it's the management of it that is the problem. How do you fix that?
Seriously, I just tune those negative videos out and hit the "do not recommend to me" button. If you are looking for a career that is perfect and without fault you will never be happy or find it. All professions deal with crap. Nursing is a flexible job with great income that provides. There are good days and bad days just like any other job. Plus, the ones who are complaining in these videos are earning money and not doing back breaking work like working in a ware house or working in a nursing home as a CNA with total care patients. There are worse jobs out there.
Nursing used to be a good profession if you listen to this lady she's only talking about the people that do the paperwork computer entry and Doctor talking RN is a good profession where they went wrong is what they wanted to be practitioners they're trying to be as close as they can to be a doctor they just ain't going to happen no matter what degree you get the pharmacy the doctor I'm not going to let you enter what they may once again this young lady did not mention the people that do the work the nurse's age LPN thank you so much I guess we're going to have a year or two or RN's cry but they brought it up on themselves thank you so much
You’re cute
I am an RN and I have exited to watch my son for the past 3 years. I will not get back into nursing in a traditional sense ever again but I hope there will be something related in nursing for me in the future possibly....
Bedside nursing is just definitely not for me.... And a good number of nurses are bullies. Not all of them, but definitely a good number. If they're not a bully, many of them are bully supporters or shut their eyes to the truth.
That's all I can say....I do think it is a good profession for the right person. Just not for me...
Hi! I get what you’re saying. What’s your plan B?
@@KendraRN What an honor to get a direct response! I don't have a plan yet.... Since I am just focused on my kids I am thinking a little but not intensely focused on a plan.❤️
That’s why after a year of cvicu experience I got my ccrn and with a year and 4 months of experience got into crna school and start in may, I’m not sure how people do icu for 5+ years. Mostly how hospitals manage staffing and other things for nurses is what gets under my skin
Nursing is a noble career. Kendra your videos give negative feedback as well. Nursing IMO is not a long term career.. Nurses posting their experience while subjective is accurate. It's called balance. I'm starting to believe the Nursing community make videos for clout. Some will be titled I quit Nursing then when you get to the end of the video ,they are actually in another area of Nursing. Smh
People do what you love. If you want to be a nurse go for it but have an exit plan.
Of course, I share my lived experiences, however I’m also aware that it can discourage those wanting to pursue the career. I don’t want them to miss out on an opportunity to better their lives, therefore I made this video.
Nursing profession is not for everyone. Its a very toxic career, just my 2 cents.
Definitely isn’t but for those wanting to enter the career, I want to encourage them.
bad mindset
@@rochester3 just spitting the facts
@@Czech801 based on your experience or someone else? cause then its not fats
@@rochester3 what do u think?
Thank you!
No, thank you for commenting❤️