I agree not much information, and to be honest. I looked into it just now myself. I don’t know much about it. It’s not very frequently talked about it seems. But it seems to be a good gig, I’m not sure how secure or stable the employers that hire for them are. But the job seems really flexible and it seems solid. It’s an option!

I took my MSN at WGU, they also had a BSN program however it’s not accepted in California. But if it works with you, WGU was a good experience as a school for me.

@@MaleNurseMentor damn I noticed it’s not in California…. Right now I’m getting a bachelors in finance I don’t want to switch since it’s easy to get this degree. Where can I message you bro. I have this vision or idea want to get some perspective on it

Insta DMs is best place to reach me

Do it! It’s worth it! Find a path and take it one step at a time. Reach out if you need help finding your path.

Of course brother! I can see your fork in the road. Not an easy call to make. I take your age into account and how much support you have. Also make sure the nursing officer transitions to RN out in the public. I’ve seen many military here have a medical background but still had to do a RN program here.

That’s funny, I’m in a similar place. I have both near me. When I worked at the prison, it was literally 15 min away lol. State hospitals if I remember many were 12’s. State prisons at least in Cali run on 8’s. A lot of people do 16,16,8 and are done working for the week and get 4 days off.

Also by state hospitals at least here in Cali are psych institutions.

@@MaleNurseMentor Interesting. My buddy in central California said he works in a psych institution working part time and RN school full time. He only had to work like 36 hours every two weeks to maintain his benefits. That's what I would like to do so I can continue my education after the LPN program. haha.

Yeah that’d be a good way to do it. I imagine it’s the part time that the state offers. It’s good benefits, the defined pension benefit plan is a good sweetener. They don’t offer pensions practically anywhere anymore.

First off thanks brother, that means a lot to hear. We've come a ways since then. Happy t know you've been subscribed for that long. I love that idea, I'll make a video on that. I think many would find it helpful.

Yes cellphone aren’t allowed. You typically can scroll the web a bit but otherwise you stay busy, there is always something to do, especially charting.

​@@MaleNurseMentor Thanks.

Offered a 12 hr shift at a corrections facility but I feel like I'll be bored out of my mind.

Congrats!! What state?

@@MaleNurseMentor Virginia.

@@theycallmejphil5018 I feel you and that is often a norm in this profession. Still to this day. You are a rarity for sure, but just know men deserve the outcome of this career path as well. It’ll be worth it!

@@TheLynLyn57Congrats ! Also that was very fast of you! The best advice I can give is just recognize you’ll always work until the day you can afford not to work anymore. This means plan for retirement as soon as possible. Don’t wait!

Thanks Eli! I appreciate your support!! You have no idea!

It was cool actually. It’s a unique experience you won’t feel in any other setting. Apart from all the surface stuff and logistical things like locked doors and always being aware of you surroundings - it’s still healthcare. There is a lot of nuance to your question, it all really depends. So to answer here is quit challenging. No day is typical is the best answer. County jail is different from prison, and in each of these areas there are many places to work as a nurse. Something like this may be easier for a DM or even a call, so reach out if your interested. I’d love to give you the scoop. I can give you an example of a county jail intake nurse. It’s about 70% patient facing. But a slower day or busier day can change this. I only say this because you can expect to see a patient inmate coming into jail every 10-30 minutes or so for the duration of your shift. When you’re not seeing a patient you chart or check on them in holding cells etc…

@@MaleNurseMentor thanks for the info! I’ve actually not started nursing school yet but should within 6mo to a year and I just want to get a feel for what’s out there and this is not an avenue I was aware of. I’ve never heard of clinicals while in school rotating through these settings but I wonder if it’s something you could request? I don’t use social media or I would DM and I appreciate how helpful and knowledgeable you are!

I think that’s wise of you. And as far as nursing rotations, I haven’t heard of one that rotates students through corrections. Given the setting I don’t imagine it’s considered often. It takes a long time to get clearance and it’s a highly secured area to even walk into. Let alone safety concerns.

Thanks Juan! I appreciate that, and that makes me happy to know. I personally wasn’t a fan of the 3-12’s. But I’m out of the norm. Most people do like the 12’s. I’m a fan of 5-8’s. In nursing school you’ll experience the 12’s and you may like them.

Thank you! I wish your BF all the best. I always wanted to care for patient inmates the way I would have liked to be treated, especially because I knew they were someones family as well, who often worried about them.

@@Zach-pt6kz that’s honestly awesome man! I think you’d really enjoy correctional nursing. My first desire was to be in law enforcement , I decided to go into nursing instead. So when I graduated with my RN I went back to my interest and found corrections to be exactly what I needed. I now work from home, as of 1 month ago. So don’t be afraid of corrections, it’s still nursing. It never set me back in my career. Reach out to me on Insta DMs if you ever have any questions, I got you bro!

Not anymore, I transitioned to a working from home nursing job as of about 1 month ago now. I took a job promotion. I now work as a nurse consultant for the state of CA. Nursing is a solid career, you just have to see what it would look like for you to start and what would be required. If you need help or have specific questions reach out to me on Insta, my DMs are easiest to reach me. I enjoy telling the stories! lol

Right on brother! I hope the leg gets better soon! I can imagine that’s a challenge, happy to hear you moving through it despite it all. 4 weeks is a good break left, take the time you need for yourself.

@MaleNurseMentor I luckily rested it for about 6-8 weeks after a pressure sore. Now it's time to wear it and make sure it's solid. I have been able to work on my feet full time before, so it should be doable again. 👌

Happy to hear it man! Continue to take care of yourself brother, life is a long game. You’re on the right track!

My opinion is you have to be honest, we do it for both. Nothing wrong with that.

Thanks brother!

I'm happy to hear that. That's a ll it takes sometimes and its okay. For me, I chose nursing from a list of careers during my senior year of highschool. It doesn't have to be a lifelong calling or anything more than a job where you do help people for a living. It's also okay for it to just be an attractive career choice. I say continue to explore that feeling. See if it aligns and how'd it'd look if you were to pursue it. Reach out on my Insta DMs anytime if you have any specific questions!

Happy to help!

I appreciate that! There is a comparison factor I’ve noticed as well .

You can still do it, you just may need to look for a program that does a lottery system to get in. Because the reality of a nursing program, once you’re in, you’re in. You’d be surprised, you don’t have to be “super smart” to be a nurse. I’m sure you are plenty capable, just adjust your route.

Of course! Thank you as well Emmanuel for watching and supporting!!

Agreed!

I personally can't recommend specifics for private ADN/BSN as that wasn't my route. But you'll have to look into the private schools. An internet search and you'll see your options, it will also depend on your location. Look for all programs in your area. Some will be private and some will be public. If you wanna fast track the process, it will be private, but it will cost you. At 20 yrs of age, I definitely recommend, save the money and find the path to do it publicly. My honest opinion - if you want to find yourself in your best financial position, it is to set yourself up the best you can. For example, take out the least amount of school loans. Reach out to me on Insta DMs if you have any specific questions, it's easier there to respond.

I appreciate you sharing this. I also don’t believe it’s that bad. Are there areas that are worse to work for currently, I can say yes. But nursing is way to broad, that if that’s the case we move somewhere else - we don’t just stay miserable or quit nursing all together.

I honestly enjoy it, mainly because it’s a solid source of income. Super stable, and so many places to work. I chose a non hospital route. Corrections was perfect for me. It’s very different from a hospital, so if that’s what you’re looking for, it may be a good fit. I did corrections for over 5 yrs, now I work from home. If you have specific questions, find me on insta DMs, I got you!

Of course bro, I’m happy to know that!!

Happy to hear it! How far are you in your program?

@@MaleNurseMentor starting in August also in Cali. Gonna be private (loan and everything), but your videos help me see the silver lining.

Goodluck on the program, and enjoy your time until then. The nice thing about RNs in Cali, is that we are some of the best paid. It’s worth seeing the silver lining. Reach out if you ever need anything.

@@MaleNurseMentor thank you a ton man! Keep up the work!

Of course man, & thx you!

Yeah it’s a problem, well known in the field. Good idea for a video!

Of course brother, anyway that I could help, I’m happy to. ! Reach out any time!

As a nurse consultant, I review healthcare programs and populations, so in a way I’m working alongside nursing leadership, without being an executive or supervising nurse. I’d still attribute case management to being “on the floor”. Although that job is flexible, many wfh, but still is patient related. The skills can be similar though. For example, I’d attribute my prior case management experience to helping me get this current job.

@@MaleNurseMentor Thank you for sharing! yeah case manager you are still working with patients.

Of course!

I agree! I’ve always thought I’d be limited in my job search due to lack of hospital experience, but it really turns out as saying goes, those that seek will find.

Thanks! That is really all I want to accomplish. That makes me happy. I appreciate you 🙂

Thanks man, it means a lot that you’ve noticed. It’s been hard. But I’ve honestly enjoyed the amount of people that have found these videos helpful. That keeps me going!

This is a great question, it really just depends. Do you like learning about medicine and chemistry (become a pharmacist). Is you like helping patients directly and hands on (become a nurse). Both are great careers. Both make great money. Nursing takes less time.

Many nurses have come here from abroad. I don’t know the work environment in other countries but here in America nursing is a great profession, very stable, many places to work.

@@MaleNurseMentor love from India🇮🇳❣️❣️

Right! And I feel you, there was a lot of psyche in the county jail setting. Prison, a lot less, unless you worked in certain units. But acute psych is another level on its own. Right on for doing that.

@@MaleNurseMentor yea acute psyche is wild

Hi there! You’re free to do as you wish.

@@MaleNurseMentor Haha. I don't mind, as long as they pump the salary up right. YOLO. I do wonder what the situation is like if you get injured on the job for an attack/incident though.

@@Agustin-jo8mv Atleast in the Cali prison setting and also the jails, the pay is pretty good. Also a lot of OT is available. The state prison gives a pension too, which is nice in the long run. If you get injured it’s likely still workers comp or disability. The inmate would get a new charge on their case for assault.

I would be anxious to hear back too. I know the feeling too well! I wish you the best man! Was it a lottery or a point system?

@@MaleNurseMentor I actually didn't ask. It's a program for a community college. Hopefully they go for the minority males first. lol

lol hopefully! And no worries, I was just curious. I’m hoping you get in man! I know it’ll be a long 1-3 weeks.

@MaleNurseMentor Haha. Thank you.

Thank you! I’m happy to know you enjoy them!

Thanks man! That makes me very happy to hear. Everything you say about how it feels, I felt the same way. I was challenged in so many ways just like you. Make it to the other side and that life you envision will soon continue to be a reality. Nursing won’t give you the life you want without work, but it is a solid tool on its own. Keep building. I’m still building myself. I wish you the best on the journey! I’m always here if you need me!

Good question! To be honest, I’m sure I’ll miss a component of human and patient interaction. But with my life goals, this job type aligns the best for me. I got into nursing to help make an impact and fit a lifestyle I desire. I’ll impact populations in a broader way this way, instead of specific people. At least not as often. As for my life goals, and lifestyle, I’ve always wanted to WFH once I knew I could. This gives me the flexibility I’ve desired in my life.

Thanks! I gladly make them!

The nursing jobs away from bedside exist, but yes I agree, there aren’t many in comparison and often they do involve a pay cut many times. To get one that is a pay bump is quite rare.

Solid plan! Keep that mindset and it’ll pay off. Also congrats on your soon to be RN graduation. It’ll be here sooner than you know.

100%! That was my experience and I feel it’s just the same for any school counselor. They just don’t feasibly have the time for 1-1 attention.

Awesome! Keep hanging in there, you’ll be at the end very soon!

Thanks for sharing this, I’m sure many will find it helpful!

Good question, honestly I have not. I remember vaguely hearing about it, and there were differences. Are you in Europe?

Yes I am!