[pagandeva2000]

My girlfriend, who is now an Associate Degree RN went to the same community college that I went to for nursing. We sat down one day and compared the length of the actual nursing programs, and we noticed that in actuality, it was the same amount of time. It took longer for her because she had breaks in between-summer break, etc. versus I, who had to go for the entire time except for spring recess, and a few days in between semesters. At least she had time to recoup...I had to go slamming in and could not take a breath until it was over. Their content is more intense, for sure.

It was funny, though...she was sort of having a hard time in pediatrics, because the cumbersome textbook they had to use had a boatload of information that was not really straight to the point. I suggested that she use my textbook, in fact, I purchased a copy of it for her. She told me that she read my book more than she read her own and got an A in that class. She had to read more into the points that we sort of skimmed over, and she told me it was actually all that she needed. Sorry, you cannot say that we did not learn anything during our time as licensed practical NURSING students!

[jelorde37]

Originally Posted by april&em

I assume you're not talking to me, but the student....

You bring up a good point about LPN school= nursing school because you get RN school credit. Actually, LPN school counts as the frist year of RN school in all the programs around here, so you jump in on third semester (of 4) You're 100% right, it's nursing school credit!
I wasn't asking because I was trying to be divisive, this is just a different path than I'd explored before, so I'm not as familiar with protocol here.

oh noo, im not talking to you, i was talking to the student. i was just trying to educate her on why we are nurses and also defending my profession. But it is true, LPn school is nursing school because we get nursing credit for it. lpn school always counts as the first year of either an adn or bsn program.. i dont know if this is true, but i spoke with the DON of the CC im going to and she stated that their lpn-rn bridge students do better than generic students. again, i dont know if thats true, since there's proly been no studies conducted but im thinking experience might be a factor? anyways, time to get ready for work. its a full moon tonight so wish me luck-

jon lvn

[TheCommuter]

Good day, everyone!

While it is so very easy to focus our attention spans on a single poster's provocative statements, please do not become provoked and derail the thread. The original poster asked a question, and we shall answer in a level-headed manner without personally addressing the creator of the provoking posts.

This is our forum, so let's gracefully show the online community through our lively discourse that we are true LPNs (Life's Perfect Nurses).

Post on and be merry!

[DGood]

Sorry this thread got off subject.

I just really don't know enough about LPN's...and you guys know what happens when we assume

I do think many people do not see how similar the nursing classes really are. Lets hope this helps to open up someone else's mind.

Thanks for the igreat idea of looking at LPN books, I'm sure the concepts are explained much better and without all the fluff.

[studentRob]

So According to the Ohio Board of NUrsing and Ohio Law...

“Licensed nurse” means a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse who holds a current valid license to practice nursing in Ohio....


I am a Nurse and when I am at work as I am THE NURSE...I am the Only one who is there and responsible for my residents...

BTW I am a LPN and Proud of it...I am also still in Nursing school...I am going to further my education and become a RN...even then I will be a nurse

[pagandeva2000]

Originally Posted by TheCommuter

Good day, everyone!

While it is so very easy to focus our attention spans on a single poster's provocative statements, please do not become provoked and derail the thread. The original poster asked a question, and we shall answer in a level-headed manner without personally addressing the creator of the provoking posts.

This is our forum, so let's gracefully show the online community through our lively discourse that we are true LPNs (Life's Perfect Nurses).

Post on and be merry!

Originally Posted by DGood

Sorry this thread got off subject.

I just really don't know enough about LPN's...and you guys know what happens when we assume

I do think many people do not see how similar the nursing classes really are. Lets hope this helps to open up someone else's mind.

Thanks for the igreat idea of looking at LPN books, I'm sure the concepts are explained much better and without all the fluff.

Thank you, Commuter, for reminding us to behave (she is the "mommy" moderator of this section).

DGood, what is happening, is that many LPNs are feeling the brunt of not being accepted as being legitimate, knowledgable nurses in our own right. We are here, we care and we do make a difference; this is why we were really defending our profession, our practice and our decisions. When we gather together at our respective places of work, many times, it is to lick our wounds and encourage each other to sort of prove ourselves to demonstrate that we are nurses that also contribute to positive outcomes in patient care...at our level of education and scope of practice; which, many times, is purposefully very vague.

I'm cool. Ask us questions, learn about us, if you wish.

[KyLady]

When I go into a room at the beginning of the shift, I introduce myself (name) and explain that I am a Nurse and I will be in and out all day/night and am assisted by (Name............) That way if I have a problem and need my RN's assistance or another LPN, the patient will understand what is going on and who we are.

By the way...I didnt say it but I am one of those "Life's Perfect Nurse's" (LPN), who is trying to advance by continuing my education.

[luvmy3kids]

From a patients point of view, I just cared that I had a nurse to help take care of me. At the time, I didn't really know what the difference was, nor did I know who was the LPN or the RN. At times, I didn't even know what the NA was... There were so many people coming in and out of the room that I couldn't keep up. Plus with shift changes and everything... it's too much to keep track of.

The only ones who really know the difference, or seem to care, are nurses themselves. And we all know what it takes to become an RN or an LPN. It's a lot of hard work for either program.

If I were you, I'd say "I'm in nursing school!"... if they ask which program, I'd proudly say, "It's an LPN program!"... that's all you need to worry about. A lot of times I've had people ask me what the difference between the two is. Most people don't even know.
Good luck to you!

Jennifer

[motyandproudofit]

I too am in nursing school - RN school, if that matters- and thought I'd check out the LPN thread. Holy Cow!!! You guys had a go with Dgood, almost afraid I'll say the wrong thing. Just wanna say I get where she is coming from with just not knowing and wanting to learn about LPN's. I have always respected all nurses and am glad to know more about them.

[Fiona59]

Welcome and don't be afraid of us. PNs are a pretty friendly and diverse group of nurses. We just don't like being talked down to and patronized. But then who does.

Learn from us. We are a widely experienced bunch of individuals in this thread. We differ widely in what skills we are permitted to perform by our health authorities and hospitals. We are as a group, are quite well educated with diverese interests and backgrounds.

Some aspire to become RNs, others are working in degrees in different areas, some have degrees from countries not recognized by educational authorities in Canada or the US. Our skills and education are constantly being upgraded.

We don't all work in LTC. Regular posters work clinics, sub-acute, and others are in hospitals.

In my part of the world we are everywhere except NICU. For what it's worth most of my patients don't ask what my nursing credentials are or where I trained. Only that I be the best nurse they need at the time.

Like I posted a while back, the easiest way to define us is in military terms, LPNs are enlisthed, RNs are officers.

Welcome, we don't bite unless provoked.