Welcome to Breaking Down Nursing
As a registered nurse and paramedic with over 18 years of diverse experience in Emergency Department (ED), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Flight Nursing, I bring a wealth of real-world expertise and a passion for teaching to my tutoring sessions. Whether you’re preparing for the TEAS exam, pursuing a career in nursing, or deepening your understanding of emergency care, I’m here to help you succeed.
BreakingDownNursing.com is an educational platform where I simplify complex nursing and paramedic concepts for students, drawing from years of hands-on experience and teaching success. My unique approach combines detailed knowledge, practical insights, and a knack for making challenging topics accessible and engaging.
What I Offer:
Exam Prep: TEAS, HESI a2, HESI exit exam, CCRN, CNRN, SCRN, NCLEX, NREMT
Nursing Exam Preparation: From NCLEX to advanced certifications, I cover everything from pharmacology to critical care.
Critical Thinking Skills: Learn how to approach complex scenarios with confidence.
Customized Tutoring: Lessons are tailored to your specific needs and learning style.
Interactive Learning: Real-life examples and mnemonics to reinforce key concepts.
Mentoring: Navigating through nursing school or transitioning into your new unit can be difficult. I am here to answer your questions and support along the way.
Emergency Management: Consulting on documentation, or creating scenarios for tabletop to live simulation exercises.
Why Choose Me?
With my background in high-pressure environments like EDs and ICUs and as a flight nurse, I know how critical it is to understand the “why” behind nursing interventions. I use this experience to help my students not just memorize information, but truly grasp it. My goal is to help you think like a nurse or paramedic while building your confidence in the process.

What My Clients Say
Extremely Knowledgeable & Patient Tutor with Extensive Background in Critical Care
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I had the privilege of being tutored by Katy, and I cannot express how incredible valuable her guidance has been in my nursing journey of taking Critical Care. She is hands down one of the best tutors I have ever had and I genuinely urge you to hire her as your tutor if you’re struggling in Critical Care. Katy possesses a level of knowledge in critical care that is nothing short of remarkable, and her unique approach to teaching has transformed my understanding of truly complex nursing topics. One of the standout aspects of Katy’s tutoring is her ability to simplify intricate concepts. She has an arsenal of additional resources, including informative diagrams and images, which she readily provides during our sessions. These visuals help elucidate complex ideas like preload and afterload, making them much more digestible and applicable. The incorporation of these visual aids has been instrumental in my learning experience. As a nursing student who has faced significant academic challenges, Katy’s support has been a game-changer for me. Her tutoring has not only boosted my grades but has also significantly improved my grasp of the material. Thanks to her guidance, I am now able to actually retain nursing concepts and effectively apply them in a critical thinking capacity during exams and clinical scenarios. Katy’s knack for creating memorable mnemonics and tricks to aid in learning is another aspect of her tutoring that sets her apart. She has shared techniques that were not taught by my professors in class but have proven to be incredibly helpful during exams. These mnemonic devices will stay with me throughout my nursing career thanks to Katy’s innovative teaching methods. Katy’s patience and dedication to her students are truly exceptional. She is always willing to meet throughout the week to go over material and help prepare for exams. Her unwavering commitment to her student’s success is evident in every session, and I have never felt alone in my academic struggles with her by my side. I am convinced that Katy has played a MAJOR role in my success this quarter. Her tutoring has not only elevated my performance (in exam scores that I have NEVER produced before) but has also fostered a deep understanding of really difficult concepts in critical care. I am incredibly grateful to have found Katy as my tutor, and I can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking to excel in their nursing studies. She is a fantastic tutor and a true asset to anyone lucky enough to have her support.
Miracle worker!
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I failed critical care last semester and had to retake it this semester. I took the first 2 exams and did not do well at all. I was on the verge of being kicked out of my program if I failed this class a second time. Then I hired Katy and she helped me turn that around and actually pass the class! She is an honest-to-god miracle worker and 100% plan to hire her again when it comes time to study for the NCLEX!
Professional Excellence in Educational Support
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Thanks to Katy, I passed my pharmacology calculations final with a 92%! She’s been incredible—she really takes the time to walk you through everything step by step and makes sure you truly understand.
Dosage calculations
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Katy was really helpful and was able to help me understand the formula better. I did not feel rushed, she took her time to listen to what my weaknesses were. I would definitely recommend her.
Very Helpful
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Katy has continued to be very helpful and patient as we review the different topics each week. She takes a unique approach to explaining the different topics.
Knowledge and patient tutor
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Katy is very understanding, kind, and is very talented in how she explains complex nursing concepts. I look to forward to her tutoring as I go through nursing school.
Worth every penny!!
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Katy is amazing! She made me feel more comfortable as broke things down simply for me so that I can build more complexly. For being out of nursing school for almost a year she said I had a solid foundation of knowledge! I’m going for my second go around and am glad to have Katy on my side!
The BEST tutor. Will forever be grateful for her.
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I sought Katy’s help after failing the NCLEX twice. No it’s not what I wanted to happen to me on my journey to becoming a nurse but Katy never once made me feel like I was a loser or stupid for failing twice. She in fact made me feel as if it was completely normal and that I was actually still really smart. Katy dug deep into what I needed most and helped me recognize that I truthfully was my own worst enemy. I was not believing in myself because of my failures. She helped me realize the reason I went into nursing in the first place. She told me to always remind myself that it is just a test. She took the time to ask me NCLEX style questions based off the areas I was struggling with most. She helped break it down and turn it into an easier way to remember. She never once made me feel like I was being dumb even if I did forget some really funny things at times. She would take the time to watch me take quizzes and see how my brain was dissecting each question and see why I chose the answer I was choosing. Katy helped me in so many ways and I could not recommend her enough. She helped me pass my NCLEX. And now I’m able to say that I am an RN and it’s all because of Katy. Without her help in recognizing my weaknesses and turning them into strengths and learning from them I would not have passed. Shes amazing. Give her a chance to do the same for you whether it’s the NCLEX or any other subject. She cares and she wants you to excel. Katy thank you for everything!!!!
great experience
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Great tutor, very patient. She also offered great practice questions. Easy to talk to and was very personable as well. I was struggling with a problem and she helped me understand it and I could do it on my own by the end.
All reviews are pulled from the online tutoring platform Wyzant.