Finally a nurse who takes care of their CNA’s!!! I’m a pca on a mother/baby unit but started on a trauma unit and babyyyyy let me tell you I did 6 months and was out because of how much nurses abuse their assistants. I understand we’re all busy but chasing me down to give the patient some water or a blanket is ridiculous😂😂 I just got accepted into nursing school so I pray to God I’m a good nurse ❤️
The nurses who will chase you down or wait for you to give water/blankets and clean up after the patient should NOT be nurses. They are doing this because they feel that those tasks are below them as an RN so they would rather let their patients wait for what they need, just because they have aides to get those things. I am in my third semester and almost done. My instructors have always taught me that nothing is below me as a nurse. If a patient needs to be cleaned up and an aide is not around, then I do it. Nurses who are delegate-happy are likely just nurses for the pay and prestige, not because they are passionate.
@@TheArmedNurse I agree. But i'll also add that nurses do that for even more malicious, evil and mentally ill reasons than just that lol. As I already started, some are just evil, malicious, and mentally ill, and that's why they're doing it. Some are jealous of the aid for whatever reason. Some are resentful towards the aid for whatever reason. But ultimately, all falling under the umbrellas of Evil, malicious or mentally ill lol. But yea, either way, none of them should be nurses (and if I have my way, we'll be eventually eliminating that from the nursing field 👍🏽).
And as for you @Jennifer, from what you shared here, it already seems like you would be (and/ or are) a great nurse lol. You already have at least SOME of the correct mindset that's needed. Only now have to make sure you have the Studious/ ""book smart" aspect covered lol. With that said, this comment was 11months ago, how's your nursing journey? Did you complete school? Did you have difficulties there and needed (or still need) help? Let me know 🙂
I needed this video Sis. I just graduated from Nursing school and I’ve started working at a long term facility about a month ago. I’m currently in a stage where I keep asking myself “I’m I ever going to get this?!” But seeing your video and words of encouragement brings me a huge relief. Now I believe that it’ll get better with time . Thank you so much for this 😘❤️
It happens. You’ve only been there a month don’t place such a high expectation on yourself. With time you’ll get better. I’m sure you know more now than you knew a month ago. Trust the process❣️
Thank you I am a new nurse with no healthcare experience. I just started my first nursing job I am enrolled in a new grad residency program. I am so nervous I feel like I might vomit. I pray every morning before I leave to go to work.
Felt that “lil bit of common sense and book smarts” come on now!!!! Reached my 11th month as an ICU nurse and secured my first travel nurse assignment! Playing it lowkey by going to a smaller hospital from my level 2 trauma just to get my feet wet. Definitely feeling a little anxious about transitioning but, I know so many good things are on the other side of being uncomfortable 😩☺️
I’m a new nurse, about 1.5 years. I’m still working on my delegation skills… specifically with techs/CNA’s that have been in the profession longer than I’ve been alive. There seems to be a stigma around “new nurses” who “don’t wanna do anything” Or at least that’s what I hear them talk about when we delegate tasks to them 😩
Yea that was a task I had to get use to as well. On one hand I needed to know when to delegate but on the other hand it was like I can just do it myself. But if you’re a good nurse doesn’t matter what they you are or aren’t doing, as long as they do what you ask. It takes a team in the nursing world.
Great tips. My daughter is a new RN, she will be starting her new job soon. I sent this video will be very helpful for her knowing that everyone had a first day and were able to get through it with time and preparation. God bless all you angel sent Nurses. God love's you all.
Sometimes when I look away from the video and just listen, you sound like keke Palmer to me.🤗 Anyway awesome video. I’m a new nurse (8 months in, per diem at a nursing home so far) However I’m Starting full time at the hospital next month. You helped ease some of my anxiety. I’m deathly afraid of looking stupid during a code. And like you I still don’t understand the body systems, medications, etc in its totality as embarrassing as it is to say. I understand that I’m still new and things will start clicking the more that I work, but patients and their families don’t care about that. They expect you to have expert level knowledge coming right out of nursing school which gives me anxiety😓. I’ve been in those situations where patients and other nurses make me feel dumb and I hate it. Now transitioning to the hospital I’m dreading this 😭😭
Congrats! I'm glad you liked the video! It's ok, you got this! Look at it this way, you know more now than you knew 8 months ago. Used that knowledge to push you thru this new journey at the hospital. ❣️
I’m doing my nurse externship right now and everyday I’m so nervous! Not to mention I’ve gotten put on a specialty area unit that I’m not interested in. I absolutely hate how older nurses like to make you feel less knowledgeable (in other words stupid) especially around other nurses and patients but I’m trying to stick it through. This video really helped me!! ❤️
Yea that can suck. Speak up for yourself though, because if not they will keep doing it. I had to check a nurse before, like listen I’m new to this, shaming me for what I don’t know isn’t going to help me. But you got this!
I am an extern as well and it's the condescending nurses for me. They get one time with me and after that, I make the boundary known that it is unacceptable for them to speak to me in that manner. Just try to take what you can from it and just know that you are there to learn and if someone does not want to teach you then that shows more about them than you because at one point they did not know either. You got this! Also, keep a notebook with you and write down everything that you did not know, and just review it as you go along. For the life of me, I do not understand why some nurses think making you feel stupid is supposed to be some sort of motivator to make you better, I really don't get it.
Grouping and delegating saving my life cuz I had a rough week last month and baby I was like something gotta give! Being a cna made the adjustment a bit hard cuz I naturally do their job and mine without thinking. Grouping is everything for me I get up less now my feet are grateful.
Omg. Amazing that you’ve been a nurse for just 2 years and now getting the salary you want🥳 I just passed the NCLEX and aspire to be doing travel nursing like you when I’ve gained enough experience and confidence to do so. Thank you for the guidance and for sure much motivation!💖
I am a new nurse and will be starting on the floor next week and I am freaking out. You touched on so many of the emotions i am going through right now. I'm scared , anxious, and really trying to figure out am I capable of being a good nurse.
Thank you for touching on delegation and asking the charge nurse for help. I'm a new grad on a step down unite with 6 patients and very overwhelmed. These tips saved me this week.
I work med surge and let me tell you… the amount of information that is given to you at one time is overwhelming. Its busy all day . I feel l like i just can’t get my time management down at all. And everyday is different.
If I or anyone I knew was ever hospitalized I would be so happy if someone like you were on their healthcare team. You seem like a freaking AMAZING nurse!!! Love you and your channel, you seem so real and so smart too.
You gave a lot of good tips for those just starting out in their nursing career. When I became a RN 22 years ago, many things were different, but some things were the same; I had to learn a lot the hard way, but being a naturally organized person was a huge help. Best wishes for your future endeavors; I've never regretted my career choice!
Your exactly the type of nurse i loved to work with in my day. Thinking ahead, being prepared, not being too good to do things yourself. Keep up. The good work.
Last night I quit my job as an Ortho nurse. I felt attacked because I started working as a new nurse May of 2021 (off orientation) but had to go on maternity leave early in beginning of July 2021. I returned from leave October 2021 PRN d/t work life balance. Long story short I’m still a new nurse but my colleagues feel that I should know everything by now because of the amount of time I’ve been working there (disregarding all the months that I was not actually working). I’m afraid to work as a nurse now. Your video actually encouraged me. I don’t think I’ll go back to that facility but I may apply elsewhere, in order to be properly trained.
Hello Ms Shannon....This is the MOST HELPFUL video/information I've been introduced to, so thank you, Thank you. I feel like you've literally went into my brain and pulled out all of my feelings. I'm so greatful ❤ I'm a new nurse and need help getting focused and staying on task because I'm already drowning and I don't want to continue leaving everyday crying. This is a true blessing for me to become a nurse so I want to be the best I can be for my patients. Thank you again for your help 🙏
Thanks for this video sis. Although I have been a nurse for some time, I have never officially worked on med surg and Im so anxious about this journey 😅 but your video has helped ease a lot of the anxieties I was feeling. Its not easy starting from the bottom because a lot of nurses dont have time or want to show you anything. Its tough out here 😩
I have been working as a CNA for 3 years during school and am about to start as a new grad but can’t stop worrying about starting. Out of all the new grad videos I have been watching, this one is by far the most informative and helpful (instead of those other ones telling us new grads to buy some bs multivitamin or something 😂) so THANK YOU!!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Omg thank you so much been an ER tech for 10+ years, LPN for 2 yrs (during COVID) had 1 month or 8 shifts LTC both right after graduation COVID vax wasn’t too bad but the LTC as a newbie was told just to keep folks alive pass meds the whole shift while being a cna didn’t want to ask anyone nor did anyone offer to help so bedside LTC I left after 1 month and stayed with vaccines; easier on my anxiety. Just graduated May 2023 new RN and took some time off but will start new job next month and so excited to say THANKS FOR YOUR TIME and education on new nurse tips because I’ve been feeling overwhelmed and stressed so Thanks I needed this video one of the Best so far. Appreciate you and I can breathe better after listening to you. Please be a preceptor to all you can help. 😊yes this one video I have subscribed
You are very correct. When it is new, there is some kind of nervousness that adds up. I remembered crying every break😀. With time comes confidence. Thanks for this video.
Thank you sooo much for this info!! All you said was 1000% true. As a new graduate nurse, having my ears on ground is my biggest secret to understanding doc orders. Thank you sooo much, and I will love to download the brain. I need some good organization skills PLZ PLZ 😀😀
thank you! very helpful video and really put me at ease. some of my fears are: being taken advantage off such as a nurses trying to have me give my patient something and their explanation is just “the doctor already gave the okay.” i heard stories like that. not remembering my meds the side effects. how to handle a question i don’t know, or if i’m properly comforting my patient or asking the right questions to help better their care. being a burden as a new nurse/looking like a lost puppy. delegating to a cna and being challenged by them. causing sentinel events/ losing my license
i love the way you give us a picture of what’s inside and how you virtually make us feel your experiences that we may encounter those would be really helpful. i hope to have a coworker like you. you are an angel thank you for this video. might watch more from you ✨💌✨
Girl, you just took the fear out of me! I am about to be let out of my orientation and I was scared but, you is good and just did that! Thanks sis. Now I feel like I am ready! Your fellow night shift nurse😍
I would urge you to buy the Saunders NCLEX RN comprehensive book now.. it’s golden. My schools textbooks were too hard to digest and I didnt have the time either.. also Cathy Parkes helps A TON! Congrats & remember your WHY 🙏🏾
Best RUclips resources that helped me: 1) Sarah RN: to help you learn the disease process and nursing care 2) Simple Nursing: to help you visualize, memorize, and better understand what you just learned 3) PLEASE listen to Mark Klimek’s lectures as soon as you can. I didn’t know this resource til later, he simplifies everything and gives great test taking strategies (would’ve helped me get better grades if I knew earlier🙃) Best of luck!!🥳
This video was so so helpful! I'm about 6 months from graduating nursing school and this is definitely the best video I've found!! Thank you so much for sharing :))
Wow i know I’m off topic but you look 22 years old to me 😍! And thank you for this video becuase I’m prepping for my NCLEX and I’m lowkey nervous to get out on the field !
I agree… its ok to feel nervous and to understand that you will never know everything! Delegate- that was a big hurdle for me to overcome (and I still struggle with it) cause sometimes it’s easier to just do it. But build a rapport with your techs and things will go smoother. Time management- this will help your “nursing life” in so many ways.
Thank you for this video! It was very informative and encouraging. I was recently accepted into nursing school but I'm afraid that I won't be a good nurse. I have ADHD & OCD and my time management is terrible. I tend to be very meticulous and tasks usually take me longer to complete than other people. I would greatly appreciate your input on someone with ADHD & OCD becoming a nurse. Thanks for the fantastic video!
I have adhd and a few more diagnosed mental health disorders one being closley related to ocd. Its not easy but dont let anything hold you back if you feel this is your purpose! It'll happen just trust your process & dont give up.
I think it will be an adjustment for you, but find what does & doesn’t work for you. It’s not impossible. Like Ricky said don’t let it hold you back. Congrats on getting into nursing school ❣️
I always tell new nurses I work with that there are no dumb questions. The only stupid question is one you don’t ask! Also, if you feel like something isn’t right with your patient, get another colleague to assess them. You’re not always going to know what “ain’t right” but trust your gut when it’s telling you “something ain’t right”.
You are so pretty and a role model to me. I’m at home healthcare right now and have been working in this field for 2 going on 3 years. At this point I feel like I am worth more. So I wanna step it up and go into the nursing field. I wanna be that girl in the family that’s a nurse and change my future.
Omg I’m so happy I found your video. I’m not a nurse yet, I still have two more semester left but I’m doing nurse externship.. never had any health care experience before and in my first time in the hospital working as a nurse externship.. I feel like I don’t know what I’m doing most of the time. I recently started but I’m definitely learning a lot. I feel like I will still be lost when I start as a nurse. But thank you for this video and the tips and the talk you gave. So helpful 🙏 ☺️. GOD BLESS YOU
I literally watch this video at least once each semester in nursing school!! Thank you so much, because I am so nervous about being a nurse after graduation!!!!
Welcome to NC! I’m currently a nursing student in the Charlotte area and i work at one of the hospitals nearby. Congratulations on getting the job!! From what i heard the nurses are pretty good at orienting new nurses especially if they’re staying on the unit
Good video, the best decision I made as a RN nurse was to create a side hustle for extra income streams. It has really helped me and my family financially stable.
@@jeanekarussell2195 I made a couple of investments but my investment in forex and crypto has been yielding good profits and I don't think of stopping anytime soon.
@@tinamanuel2305 I'd like to learn more about forex, I've made research but I still get confused at some point, what do you suggest ? I'm 31 now. Really looking into investing for a long time now. Can you share how you started your investment, type of investments and how you are earning from it please?
Hi you are God sent. Got this hospital job. Struggling with time management 😪. Day 3 on my own and get seem to put it together. Please be my mentor. U must be an awesome .
So happy I came across this video!! 🥺 I begin my nurse residency in 2 weeks and these nerves are slowly creeping up on me. 😩 But Shannon your advice has definitely given me some peace of mind! Thank you!! Definitely downloading your report sheet
I love this video. Very thorough. I graduate in 6 weeks, currently in preceptorship and confidence is by biggest weakness. Good to know that experience is all that I need.
-Man, I'm so glad I watched this video. I'm starting as a new grad on tele (nights) in two weeks and I'm nervous. This video has great tips and I appreciate you! Biggest fears include not adapting fast enough and also not feeling supported by coworkers but I'm trying not to be negative about it and hopefully I will be in a supportive environment where I can adapt and thrive.
Thank you for this! I appreciate this advise because I’m that way I want to try do everything I put it on myself to hold responsibility for my schedule. ❤ asking for help is not being weak or less of a nurse than the next person. Very much appreciated of this reminder.
I love this video. I am on my third week of working at a SNF. They only trained me 3 days and then gave me my own patients. I have never been so nervous in my life. I hate that I don’t know everything but like you said we are new and it will get better. Your words of encouragement mean so much to me although some nurses are not so nice even though I’m new and still haven’t gotten the giving report properly yet.
Not a new nurse yet but I do work in billing for a private practice...can we just talk about how cliquey the healthcare field is? Like honestly it’s so disheartening.
It depends on the facility. A lot of hospitals are very cliquey and political. I have friends who are nurses, CNAs, medical assistants, etc. I am a medical assistant myself. There is definitely politics in certain environments, especially hospitals. You just need to know how to focus on yourself and your work without getting involved in it.
Thank you for this tips and sharing your hands on practical experiences, I can relate to that feeling on the first day on the job. TBH, I listened through and learnt a lot. I had to rewind if I missed anything you said, for you to know how valuable the content is. Wishing you all the best your personal journey too. Thank you
Thanks for this video!!! I'm currently taking my prerequisites for nursing, and I'm a little doubtful. I want to do a good job because caring for people is important to me 😊.
ughh omg this video was literally sooo amazing! I just started my residency at a hospital and I’m on the PCU floor which is mostly COVID patients and I am freaking out. I’m so scared I can’t do it but your video made me feel like I’m not the only one that feels like that in the beginning! Thank youu! 🥰
Thank u so much.....this is something im dealing with so much. Thinking im going to not know something when i should. I've been a pca for like 10 years or more i oniw that job it scares me that now I'm the nurse and it all on me.
Hi Shannon thank you for this video. It empowers us to overcome the challenges of being a new nurse in the facility. I’ll be working in the US soon and your perspectives gives me confidence and a sense of purpose to make difference in the lives of every patients.
Thank you so much for this!! I'm graduating in a couple of months and although it's way to early to start freaking out I can't help it! This helped a LOT
It’s so interesting that every single nurse I see on here ALL had the same experience of the anxiety and fear when starting out. You amazing women are making it easier for us who are coming into this industry by normalizing being human. Bless all of you.
I can tell by your video that you’re an awesome nurse. I’m currently in nursing school and feel so overwhelmed sometimes that I wonder if this is right for me but I just keep pushing through. Hopefully I’ll be done next fall.😊
Yes they definitely make it more stressful than it needs to be. Especially my one professor. She is nice but her class is like a firehose. Nobody does well on her tests either.
Hi! I am new to your channel and just came across this video. I am a new nurse, just graduated last month and passed my nclex a few weeks ago. New grad tips are beyond helpful so thank you for sharing! I am so excited but equally as nervous, and videos like this help to ease some the anxiety! :)
Hey Shannon, I highly acknowledge your tips and advice for new nurses. I am starting my nurse career soon and bit nervous about how I am gonna do it. I will be calm and positive about my journey. Thank you for your lovely tips. Best wishes!
Love Listening to Shannon videos. I am a recent New Nurse Graduate. Wish she was my mentor. I don’t even know where to start. This new journey is very nerve wrecking because it’s a different world to me.
Congrats on making it thru! Don’t think too deep about it. Take the journey for what it is. You’re new and learning. Use that to your advantage. You’re not going to know everything, it may take time for you to catch on and being nervous or overwhelmed is completely normal. You got this❣️
Your videos are inspiring! Just following your journey makes me feel better about myself! Like… “I AM NOT ALONE” LOL. Although I graduated in 2018 I still feel like I’m a new RN. My current job is at hospital but it’s my first hospital job… My first job out of nursing school was at a rehab which was very different than working in a hospital… I appreciate you! Keep shining, rising and BEING YOU!🖤
Thank you queen. I’m a student, headed into my third term. I’m not a LPN and am a direct entry student. I am a MA but that is a totally different ballgame. I have one more clinical this week, that will be the completion of my second clinical and I won’t have another until my final term, 5th term. I can say I am confident in my classes, but not so much in my clinical as far as knowing what’s all going on. Im nervous….nervous about what I’ll be like as a new nurse post graduation. But what I can honestly say, im more nervous about orientating with nurses who don’t have my best interest at hand and showing my knowledge and that somehow I’ll be a “threat” or whatever you call it because of the book knowledge I have. As a black woman, living in a predominantly white nurse state, OHIO, im nervous that I will be “secretly” discriminated against and set up for failure. I have worked with nice nurses but I’m also very intuitive and can sense the difference that black student nurses can sometimes be treated with. Can you explain how you deal with being a black nurse and navigating a predominantly white field?
Those feelings are normal. Take it one day at a time and allow yourself to be a sponge. Pray before you go and let God take care of the rest. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or for a new preceptor also if it turns out to not be a good fit. You got this💪🏾
This is my first day of lpn school and I am having all of those fear and anxiety. I have no experience in medical feel. I always been a childcare teacher. Thank you for your video it calms me down.
I love this , I went down your channel and started your videos from the beginning and I love to see the growth you've accomplished over the years and its looks good on you, God is good , ain't he !
I think wing'ing it is key to becoming better and better at something. However intake of new knowledge and remembering it is key. But never expect to know it all.
18 years a CNA 1 month a RN and I feel like I don’t know 💩 😞 i leave work feeling like a kindergartner
You’ll get better with time. Trust me I know the feeling. Just be patient with yourself, you got this❣️
This is so relatable
@xcrystal954 💕
You must be an expert now
Finally a nurse who takes care of their CNA’s!!! I’m a pca on a mother/baby unit but started on a trauma unit and babyyyyy let me tell you I did 6 months and was out because of how much nurses abuse their assistants. I understand we’re all busy but chasing me down to give the patient some water or a blanket is ridiculous😂😂 I just got accepted into nursing school so I pray to God I’m a good nurse ❤️
I really try, without y’all I’d be a mess!
The nurses who will chase you down or wait for you to give water/blankets and clean up after the patient should NOT be nurses. They are doing this because they feel that those tasks are below them as an RN so they would rather let their patients wait for what they need, just because they have aides to get those things. I am in my third semester and almost done. My instructors have always taught me that nothing is below me as a nurse. If a patient needs to be cleaned up and an aide is not around, then I do it. Nurses who are delegate-happy are likely just nurses for the pay and prestige, not because they are passionate.
@@TheArmedNurse I agree. But i'll also add that nurses do that for even more malicious, evil and mentally ill reasons than just that lol. As I already started, some are just evil, malicious, and mentally ill, and that's why they're doing it. Some are jealous of the aid for whatever reason. Some are resentful towards the aid for whatever reason. But ultimately, all falling under the umbrellas of Evil, malicious or mentally ill lol. But yea, either way, none of them should be nurses (and if I have my way, we'll be eventually eliminating that from the nursing field 👍🏽).
And as for you @Jennifer, from what you shared here, it already seems like you would be (and/ or are) a great nurse lol. You already have at least SOME of the correct mindset that's needed. Only now have to make sure you have the Studious/ ""book smart" aspect covered lol. With that said, this comment was 11months ago, how's your nursing journey? Did you complete school? Did you have difficulties there and needed (or still need) help? Let me know 🙂
@@SincerelyShannonSubcribe You have a great page, keep up the good work 👍🏽
Yes, do a video on how you fill out the sheet!
Will do!!
Yes i need this
I needed this video Sis. I just graduated from Nursing school and I’ve started working at a long term facility about a month ago. I’m currently in a stage where I keep asking myself “I’m I ever going to get this?!” But seeing your video and words of encouragement brings me a huge relief. Now I believe that it’ll get better with time . Thank you so much for this 😘❤️
It happens. You’ve only been there a month don’t place such a high expectation on yourself. With time you’ll get better. I’m sure you know more now than you knew a month ago. Trust the process❣️
@@SincerelyShannonSubcribe❤❤❤❤❤❤thanks a lot sis I usually feel like screaming as a new grad nurse 😢😢
Thank you I am a new nurse with no healthcare experience. I just started my first nursing job I am enrolled in a new grad residency program. I am so nervous I feel like I might vomit. I pray every morning before I leave to go to work.
It’ll get better, just take it one day at a time
Felt that “lil bit of common sense and book smarts” come on now!!!! Reached my 11th month as an ICU nurse and secured my first travel nurse assignment! Playing it lowkey by going to a smaller hospital from my level 2 trauma just to get my feet wet. Definitely feeling a little anxious about transitioning but, I know so many good things are on the other side of being uncomfortable 😩☺️
Congrats! You’ll do great!
its been 2 years, how are you doing so far?
I’m a new nurse, about 1.5 years.
I’m still working on my delegation skills… specifically with techs/CNA’s that have been in the profession longer than I’ve been alive. There seems to be a stigma around “new nurses” who “don’t wanna do anything”
Or at least that’s what I hear them talk about when we delegate tasks to them 😩
Yea that was a task I had to get use to as well. On one hand I needed to know when to delegate but on the other hand it was like I can just do it myself. But if you’re a good nurse doesn’t matter what they you are or aren’t doing, as long as they do what you ask. It takes a team in the nursing world.
Great tips. My daughter is a new RN, she will be starting her new job soon. I sent this video will be very helpful for her knowing that everyone had a first day and were able to get through it with time and preparation. God bless all you angel sent Nurses. God love's you all.
Hope this helps her. Thanks for watching!
Sometimes when I look away from the video and just listen, you sound like keke Palmer to me.🤗
Anyway awesome video. I’m a new nurse (8 months in, per diem at a nursing home so far)
However I’m Starting full time at the hospital next month. You helped ease some of my anxiety. I’m deathly afraid of looking stupid during a code. And like you I still don’t understand the body systems, medications, etc in its totality as embarrassing as it is to say. I understand that I’m still new and things will start clicking the more that I work, but patients and their families don’t care about that. They expect you to have expert level knowledge coming right out of nursing school which gives me anxiety😓. I’ve been in those situations where patients and other nurses make me feel dumb and I hate it. Now transitioning to the hospital I’m dreading this 😭😭
Be strong this hospital will test you. Speak up if you don’t know, and find people to help you
@@Lovelymichka thank you. I’ll try😭
Congrats! I'm glad you liked the video! It's ok, you got this! Look at it this way, you know more now than you knew 8 months ago. Used that knowledge to push you thru this new journey at the hospital. ❣️
@@SincerelyShannonSubcribe thank you! I will keep that in mind💞
YES she really do.
I really like how real and relatable this girl is...I pray peace, love, wealth and happiness over her life 💜
Thanks🥰
I’m doing my nurse externship right now and everyday I’m so nervous! Not to mention I’ve gotten put on a specialty area unit that I’m not interested in. I absolutely hate how older nurses like to make you feel less knowledgeable (in other words stupid) especially around other nurses and patients but I’m trying to stick it through. This video really helped me!! ❤️
Yea that can suck. Speak up for yourself though, because if not they will keep doing it. I had to check a nurse before, like listen I’m new to this, shaming me for what I don’t know isn’t going to help me. But you got this!
I am an extern as well and it's the condescending nurses for me. They get one time with me and after that, I make the boundary known that it is unacceptable for them to speak to me in that manner. Just try to take what you can from it and just know that you are there to learn and if someone does not want to teach you then that shows more about them than you because at one point they did not know either. You got this! Also, keep a notebook with you and write down everything that you did not know, and just review it as you go along. For the life of me, I do not understand why some nurses think making you feel stupid is supposed to be some sort of motivator to make you better, I really don't get it.
Couldn’t have said it better ❣️
@@SincerelyShannonSubcribe definitely! Thank you❤️
@@psu2016 thanks girl! Definitely taking your advice and keeping my head high❤️
Don’t forget y’all, the most dangerous nurse is the nurse that doesn’t ask for help
Very true
Grouping and delegating saving my life cuz I had a rough week last month and baby I was like something gotta give! Being a cna made the adjustment a bit hard cuz I naturally do their job and mine without thinking. Grouping is everything for me I get up less now my feet are grateful.
Yes to your feet hurting less, I completely understand lol
Omg. Amazing that you’ve been a nurse for just 2 years and now getting the salary you want🥳
I just passed the NCLEX and aspire to be doing travel nursing like you when I’ve gained enough experience and confidence to do so.
Thank you for the guidance and for sure much motivation!💖
Thanks for watching!
I am a new nurse and will be starting on the floor next week and I am freaking out. You touched on so many of the emotions i am going through right now. I'm scared , anxious, and really trying to figure out am I capable of being a good nurse.
You got this! Be patient with yourself ❣️
Thank you for touching on delegation and asking the charge nurse for help. I'm a new grad on a step down unite with 6 patients and very overwhelmed. These tips saved me this week.
I’m glad they helped. It will get better with time. It’ll get easier ❣️
I work med surge and let me tell you… the amount of information that is given to you at one time is overwhelming. Its busy all day . I feel l like i just can’t get my time management down at all. And everyday is different.
Yea nursing is pretty much information overload all the time 😩
Step down with 6 patients 😨 what state are you in?
I’m on stepdown in KY and have 6. Graduated May 23. 😑
If I or anyone I knew was ever hospitalized I would be so happy if someone like you were on their healthcare team. You seem like a freaking AMAZING nurse!!! Love you and your channel, you seem so real and so smart too.
Aww thanks 🥰
You gave a lot of good tips for those just starting out in their nursing career. When I became a RN 22 years ago, many things were different, but some things were the same; I had to learn a lot the hard way, but being a naturally organized person was a huge help. Best wishes for your future endeavors; I've never regretted my career choice!
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Your exactly the type of nurse i loved to work with in my day. Thinking ahead, being prepared, not being too good to do things yourself. Keep up. The good work.
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Last night I quit my job as an Ortho nurse. I felt attacked because I started working as a new nurse May of 2021 (off orientation) but had to go on maternity leave early in beginning of July 2021. I returned from leave October 2021 PRN d/t work life balance. Long story short I’m still a new nurse but my colleagues feel that I should know everything by now because of the amount of time I’ve been working there (disregarding all the months that I was not actually working). I’m afraid to work as a nurse now. Your video actually encouraged me. I don’t think I’ll go back to that facility but I may apply elsewhere, in order to be properly trained.
Do what’s best for you and don’t let anyone force you to do anything you’re not comfortable with.
Hello Ms Shannon....This is the MOST HELPFUL video/information I've been introduced to, so thank you, Thank you. I feel like you've literally went into my brain and pulled out all of my feelings. I'm so greatful ❤ I'm a new nurse and need help getting focused and staying on task because I'm already drowning and I don't want to continue leaving everyday crying. This is a true blessing for me to become a nurse so I want to be the best I can be for my patients. Thank you again for your help 🙏
Glad it was helpful 🫶🏾
*patiently waits for video on how to fill out sheet* 🙇🏾♀️
I got yall lol
Thanks for this video sis. Although I have been a nurse for some time, I have never officially worked on med surg and Im so anxious about this journey 😅 but your video has helped ease a lot of the anxieties I was feeling. Its not easy starting from the bottom because a lot of nurses dont have time or want to show you anything. Its tough out here 😩
It is but you got this! You’ll be fine💕
I have been working as a CNA for 3 years during school and am about to start as a new grad but can’t stop worrying about starting. Out of all the new grad videos I have been watching, this one is by far the most informative and helpful (instead of those other ones telling us new grads to buy some bs multivitamin or something 😂) so THANK YOU!!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
lol at the multivitamin! You got this! Glad the video was helpful!
Omg thank you so much been an ER tech for 10+ years, LPN for 2 yrs (during COVID) had 1 month or 8 shifts LTC both right after graduation COVID vax wasn’t too bad but the LTC as a newbie was told just to keep folks alive pass meds the whole shift while being a cna didn’t want to ask anyone nor did anyone offer to help so bedside LTC I left after 1 month and stayed with vaccines; easier on my anxiety. Just graduated May 2023 new RN and took some time off but will start new job next month and so excited to say THANKS FOR YOUR TIME and education on new nurse tips because I’ve been feeling overwhelmed and stressed so Thanks I needed this video one of the Best so far. Appreciate you and I can breathe better after listening to you. Please be a preceptor to all you can help. 😊yes this one video I have subscribed
Glad it was helpful! You got this!
You are very correct. When it is new, there is some kind of nervousness that adds up. I remembered crying every break😀. With time comes confidence. Thanks for this video.
Yes, so true! Thanks for watching ❣️
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Thank you sooo much for this info!! All you said was 1000% true.
As a new graduate nurse, having my ears on ground is my biggest secret to understanding doc orders.
Thank you sooo much, and I will love to download the brain. I need some good organization skills PLZ PLZ 😀😀
Glad you found the video helpful
thank you! very helpful video and really put me at ease. some of my fears are:
being taken advantage off such as a nurses trying to have me give my patient something and their explanation is just “the doctor already gave the okay.” i heard stories like that.
not remembering my meds the side effects.
how to handle a question i don’t know, or if i’m properly comforting my patient or asking the right questions to help better their care.
being a burden as a new nurse/looking like a lost puppy.
delegating to a cna and being challenged by them.
causing sentinel events/ losing my license
You’ll do fine. Just use your common sense, ask questions and allow yourself to be a new nurse. You got this❣️
i love the way you give us a picture of what’s inside and how you virtually make us feel your experiences that we may encounter those would be really helpful. i hope to have a coworker like you. you are an angel thank you for this video. might watch more from you ✨💌✨
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Girl, you just took the fear out of me! I am about to be let out of my orientation and I was scared but, you is good and just did that! Thanks sis. Now I feel like I am ready! Your fellow night shift nurse😍
Amazing advice! I have been a tech for 3 years and appreciate alot of what you were saying in this video
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i start nursing school July 6th, nervous but so ready ! thanks so much ☺️
You can do it!
I would urge you to buy the Saunders NCLEX RN comprehensive book now.. it’s golden. My schools textbooks were too hard to digest and I didnt have the time either.. also Cathy Parkes helps A TON! Congrats & remember your WHY 🙏🏾
Best RUclips resources that helped me: 1) Sarah RN: to help you learn the disease process and nursing care 2) Simple Nursing: to help you visualize, memorize, and better understand what you just learned 3) PLEASE listen to Mark Klimek’s lectures as soon as you can. I didn’t know this resource til later, he simplifies everything and gives great test taking strategies (would’ve helped me get better grades if I knew earlier🙃)
Best of luck!!🥳
Please do a video on how you fill it out
Already got one!
This video was so so helpful! I'm about 6 months from graduating nursing school and this is definitely the best video I've found!! Thank you so much for sharing :))
Glad it was helpful!
Great video! Thank you❤
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I graduate nursing school on Jan 26th. I’m so happy I came across this video 😊
Congrats!
The longer you are doing this the less fear you will have. God bless you.🙏
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Wow i know I’m off topic but you look 22 years old to me 😍! And thank you for this video becuase I’m prepping for my NCLEX and I’m lowkey nervous to get out on the field !
Thanks so much! You got this. One step at a time
I agree… its ok to feel nervous and to understand that you will never know everything!
Delegate- that was a big hurdle for me to overcome (and I still struggle with it) cause sometimes it’s easier to just do it. But build a rapport with your techs and things will go smoother.
Time management- this will help your “nursing life” in so many ways.
Yes, yes & yes!
Thank you for this video! It was very informative and encouraging. I was recently accepted into nursing school but I'm afraid that I won't be a good nurse. I have ADHD & OCD and my time management is terrible. I tend to be very meticulous and tasks usually take me longer to complete than other people. I would greatly appreciate your input on someone with ADHD & OCD becoming a nurse. Thanks for the fantastic video!
I have adhd and a few more diagnosed mental health disorders one being closley related to ocd. Its not easy but dont let anything hold you back if you feel this is your purpose! It'll happen just trust your process & dont give up.
@@rickymercendetti8095 Thank you! I think it will be rough at first but hopefully I'll find the right fit for me.
I think it will be an adjustment for you, but find what does & doesn’t work for you. It’s not impossible. Like Ricky said don’t let it hold you back. Congrats on getting into nursing school ❣️
Shannon, truthfully, you're one of the most realest/sincere nurses I watch on RUclips. You're name fits you very well - 'Sincerely Shannon.'
Aww thanks 🫶🏾
I needed this this video 🥺 tomorrow is my first day with my preceptor and I’m terrified . I’m at the point of tears from how anxious i am
You got this! Give yourself grace & be a sponge.
Great video! Thank you.
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I always tell new nurses I work with that there are no dumb questions. The only stupid question is one you don’t ask!
Also, if you feel like something isn’t right with your patient, get another colleague to assess them. You’re not always going to know what “ain’t right” but trust your gut when it’s telling you “something ain’t right”.
Right! Ask all the questions no matter how simple they may seem.
You are so pretty and a role model to me. I’m at home healthcare right now and have been working in this field for 2 going on 3 years. At this point I feel like I am worth more. So I wanna step it up and go into the nursing field. I wanna be that girl in the family that’s a nurse and change my future.
🥰 thanks! Go for it!
Omg I’m so happy I found your video. I’m not a nurse yet, I still have two more semester left but I’m doing nurse externship.. never had any health care experience before and in my first time in the hospital working as a nurse externship.. I feel like I don’t know what I’m doing most of the time. I recently started but I’m definitely learning a lot. I feel like I will still be lost when I start as a nurse. But thank you for this video and the tips and the talk you gave. So helpful 🙏 ☺️. GOD BLESS YOU
Glad it was helpful Those feelings are normal. Give yourself grace and time. You get it eventually
I literally watch this video at least once each semester in nursing school!! Thank you so much, because I am so nervous about being a nurse after graduation!!!!
You got this! Thanks for watching❣️
Yes. Please do a video on how you give report. Moved to NC and about to start a job at a trauma hospital. Im nervous and I want so badly to do well.
Welcome to NC! I’m currently a nursing student in the Charlotte area and i work at one of the hospitals nearby. Congratulations on getting the job!! From what i heard the nurses are pretty good at orienting new nurses especially if they’re staying on the unit
Exciting! You got this! You’re going to learn so much! Video coming soon!
@@SincerelyShannonSubcribe Thank you. Hope to make you proud.
Good video, the best decision I made as a RN nurse was to create a side hustle for extra income streams. It has really helped me and my family financially stable.
Great stuff, how did you go about that please enlighten me, I'm interested.
@@jeanekarussell2195 I made a couple of investments but my investment in forex and crypto has been yielding good profits and I don't think of stopping anytime soon.
Stock, Real Estate, hedge funds and ETFs are good investments as well 😊
@@tinamanuel2305 I'd like to learn more about forex, I've made research but I still get confused at some point, what do you suggest ? I'm 31 now. Really looking into investing for a long time now. Can you share how you started your investment, type of investments and how you are earning from it please?
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Hi you are God sent. Got this hospital job. Struggling with time management 😪. Day 3 on my own and get seem to put it together. Please be my mentor. U must be an awesome .
Be patient with yourself. You got this!
Thank you I start LTC 3-11 I graduated 7 months ago !! But this video help clarify I am New and learning
Congrats! Glad it was helpful!
So happy I came across this video!! 🥺 I begin my nurse residency in 2 weeks and these nerves are slowly creeping up on me. 😩 But Shannon your advice has definitely given me some peace of mind! Thank you!! Definitely downloading your report sheet
Thank you for sharing. I don’t see your link for the brain sheet. Can you please do a video on how you give report. Thank you!! This is so helpful.
Thanks🥰 I just added it❣️
I love this video. Very thorough. I graduate in 6 weeks, currently in preceptorship and confidence is by biggest weakness. Good to know that experience is all that I need.
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-Man, I'm so glad I watched this video. I'm starting as a new grad on tele (nights) in two weeks and I'm nervous. This video has great tips and I appreciate you! Biggest fears include not adapting fast enough and also not feeling supported by coworkers but I'm trying not to be negative about it and hopefully I will be in a supportive environment where I can adapt and thrive.
You got this!
Thank you for this! I appreciate this advise because I’m that way I want to try do everything I put it on myself to hold responsibility for my schedule. ❤ asking for help is not being weak or less of a nurse than the next person. Very much appreciated of this reminder.
Exactly right! It’s never wrong to ask all the questions. You got this!
Thank you! Very insightful. I start in a couple weeks as graduate nurse. 😊
Glad it was helpful!
I love this video. I am on my third week of working at a SNF. They only trained me 3 days and then gave me my own patients. I have never been so nervous in my life. I hate that I don’t know everything but like you said we are new and it will get better. Your words of encouragement mean so much to me although some nurses are not so nice even though I’m new and still haven’t gotten the giving report properly yet.
You got this! Speak up when you have questions or concerns. You’ll look back one day and remember how far you’ve come. Don’t beat yourself up.
Not a new nurse yet but I do work in billing for a private practice...can we just talk about how cliquey the healthcare field is? Like honestly it’s so disheartening.
Really? Honestly I haven't experienced that. I've grown some really solid relationships since I started nursing. 🤷🏾♀️
Maybe it’s just this particular practice 🥲🤣🤣
Yesss. You are so right. I feel like I'm in high school.
It depends on the facility. A lot of hospitals are very cliquey and political. I have friends who are nurses, CNAs, medical assistants, etc. I am a medical assistant myself. There is definitely politics in certain environments, especially hospitals. You just need to know how to focus on yourself and your work without getting involved in it.
Thank you for this tips and sharing your hands on practical experiences, I can relate to that feeling on the first day on the job. TBH, I listened through and learnt a lot. I had to rewind if I missed anything you said, for you to know how valuable the content is. Wishing you all the best your personal journey too. Thank you
Thanks for watching & glad it provided so knowledge to you❣️
Thanks for this video!!! I'm currently taking my prerequisites for nursing, and I'm a little doubtful. I want to do a good job because caring for people is important to me 😊.
You got this! Don't doubt yourself
Pls do a video on giving a report. Thank you!
Gotcha!
ughh omg this video was literally sooo amazing! I just started my residency at a hospital and I’m on the PCU floor which is mostly COVID patients and I am freaking out. I’m so scared I can’t do it but your video made me feel like I’m not the only one that feels like that in the beginning! Thank youu! 🥰
Thank u so much.....this is something im dealing with so much. Thinking im going to not know something when i should. I've been a pca for like 10 years or more i oniw that job it scares me that now I'm the nurse and it all on me.
Great example of how to prioritize!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Shannon thank you for this video. It empowers us to overcome the challenges of being a new nurse in the facility.
I’ll be working in the US soon and your perspectives gives me confidence and a sense of purpose to make difference in the lives of every patients.
Congrats! Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for this!! I'm graduating in a couple of months and although it's way to early to start freaking out I can't help it! This helped a LOT
You got this!
Please make a video on giving report and how you utilize your report sheet
It’s already a video on both❣️
This video is extremely reassuring. Thank you girl!
Glad you found it helpful!
Thank you!! I'm so anxious I will start on the floor nextweek! I feel relief watching this video.
You got this! Take advantage of having a preceptor.
It’s so interesting that every single nurse I see on here ALL had the same experience of the anxiety and fear when starting out.
You amazing women are making it easier for us who are coming into this industry by normalizing being human.
Bless all of you.
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Omg thankful for finding your channel! You have yourself a new subscriber.
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Thank you!!! I’m transferring from urgent care to Hospital Observation Unit & Im so nervous! This was very helpful! You’re awesome!❤
You got this!
thank you for this video. i watched this after my first shift ever as an RN. made a difference for me.
Glad it helped ❣️
I can tell by your video that you’re an awesome nurse. I’m currently in nursing school and feel so overwhelmed sometimes that I wonder if this is right for me but I just keep pushing through. Hopefully I’ll be done next fall.😊
Keep pushing! You got this❣️
I’m in nursing school they make it so hard, like this information we won’t even use once working on the floor as a nurse.
I always say just learn what you need to for the test and NCLEX and after that be prepared throw it all away 😩
Exactly 😩 I am going through it and they are rigorous all this it’s so crazy exhausting and overwhelming.
@@SincerelyShannonSubcribe and that’s exactly what I do learn what I need to, to pass these tests can’t wait till it’s over. How was the NCLEX 😩🙄
Yes they definitely make it more stressful than it needs to be. Especially my one professor. She is nice but her class is like a firehose. Nobody does well on her tests either.
Hi! I am new to your channel and just came across this video. I am a new nurse, just graduated last month and passed my nclex a few weeks ago. New grad tips are beyond helpful so thank you for sharing! I am so excited but equally as nervous, and videos like this help to ease some the anxiety! :)
Congrats! Glad this was helpful
Hey Shannon, I highly acknowledge your tips and advice for new nurses.
I am starting my nurse career soon and bit nervous about how I am gonna do it. I will be calm and positive about my journey. Thank you for your lovely tips. Best wishes!
Nervous is normal. You’ll do great!
Love Listening to Shannon videos. I am a recent New Nurse Graduate. Wish she was my mentor. I don’t even know where to start. This new journey is very nerve wrecking because it’s a different world to me.
Congrats on making it thru! Don’t think too deep about it. Take the journey for what it is. You’re new and learning. Use that to your advantage. You’re not going to know everything, it may take time for you to catch on and being nervous or overwhelmed is completely normal. You got this❣️
Thank you Shannon ❤️
Me watching this with one semester left bc I’m shook af 🤣
Congrats on being close to done!
You have to prioritize to make it things easier.
Yes clustering your task & prioritizing is key!
Your videos are inspiring! Just following your journey makes me feel better about myself! Like… “I AM NOT ALONE” LOL. Although I graduated in 2018 I still feel like I’m a new RN. My current job is at hospital but it’s my first hospital job… My first job out of nursing school was at a rehab which was very different than working in a hospital… I appreciate you! Keep shining, rising and BEING YOU!🖤
Mos def not alone. Baby steps, you’re further than you think you are. You got this❣️
You sound like a wonderful nurse ❤
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Thank you queen. I’m a student, headed into my third term. I’m not a LPN and am a direct entry student. I am a MA but that is a totally different ballgame. I have one more clinical this week, that will be the completion of my second clinical and I won’t have another until my final term, 5th term. I can say I am confident in my classes, but not so much in my clinical as far as knowing what’s all going on. Im nervous….nervous about what I’ll be like as a new nurse post graduation. But what I can honestly say, im more nervous about orientating with nurses who don’t have my best interest at hand and showing my knowledge and that somehow I’ll be a “threat” or whatever you call it because of the book knowledge I have. As a black woman, living in a predominantly white nurse state, OHIO, im nervous that I will be “secretly” discriminated against and set up for failure. I have worked with nice nurses but I’m also very intuitive and can sense the difference that black student nurses can sometimes be treated with. Can you explain how you deal with being a black nurse and navigating a predominantly white field?
Those feelings are normal. Take it one day at a time and allow yourself to be a sponge. Pray before you go and let God take care of the rest. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or for a new preceptor also if it turns out to not be a good fit. You got this💪🏾
Wow the shear gold your giving thank you
You're welcome!
I love this video… actually information we could use ❤ and getting prepared for the floor ..I appreciate you girl definitely settled my nerves
Glad it was helpful ❣️
You’re a good nurse omg
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This is my first day of lpn school and I am having all of those fear and anxiety. I have no experience in medical feel. I always been a childcare teacher. Thank you for your video it calms me down.
You got this!
I love this video! 1 year ago, but speaking Facts..
Thanks!
I love you so much girl. You're one of my favorites nurses on RUclips.
Aww thanks🥰
Just an awesome video. You hit all the points. The explanation was easy to understand, great stuff
Glad it was helpful!
I love this , I went down your channel and started your videos from the beginning and I love to see the growth you've accomplished over the years and its looks good on you, God is good , ain't he !
Man oh man. A struggle but the growth is real🙏🏾❣️
I loved this video ! I really enjoyed your example of which case to take of first.
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This was really good definitely enjoyed this and can you please do a video on how you fill out the sheet ?
Yes I will! Thanks ❣️
@@SincerelyShannonSubcribe Your welcome 🤗
Helpful tips! I start my first nursing job in Oct. 😬😬 btw your voice sounds like Keke Palmer
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Wonderful advice!! Thank you for this video.
You’re welcome!
I think wing'ing it is key to becoming better and better at something. However intake of new knowledge and remembering it is key. But never expect to know it all.
And always ask questions too. But wingin’ has gotten me far lol
@@SincerelyShannonSubcribe me too however I'm looking into a career addition and nursing is an interest. Thanks for the tips and the video!
This is a great video, I have experience that feeling of fear that you are talking about and this video really helps, thanks so much for sharing 👍❤️.
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I would love a video on how you get report:) thank u so much❤️
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I love you lady! This is exactly what I needed to hear. God bless!!
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