CNAs are very disrespectful to LVN, that is me..

EricJRN, MSN, RN · Nov 9, 2006

Geez, guess I was always right about CNAs being that mean and disrespectful.

Although it's impossible for any of us to say exactly why you're being treated like this, some people may interpret the above quote to mean that you held negative perceptions of nursing assistants even prior to getting this job. If your mind was made up about CNA's before you went to work there, it may not be a surprise that there is already conflict.

Marisela01 · Nov 9, 2006

Bala Shark, I TOTALLY UNDERSTAND! I'm a new nurse @ a LTC, and the morning aides are totally hateful, but the kicker is, that my pm aides are way more approachable.....I work double weekends, and I totally don't like were I work at, but I'm praying I can find something else.....I don't like the way the CNA's act at the place I work at........

Bala Shark · Nov 9, 2006

Although it's impossible for any of us to say exactly why you're being treated like this, some people may interpret the above quote to mean that you held negative perceptions of nursing assistants even prior to getting this job. If your mind was made up about CNA's before you went to work there, it may not be a surprise that there is already conflict.

Why you pointing the finger at me for? I worked with wonderful CNAs while I was at school..And I always had the perception that some were bad..Guess I was right! And to act professionally, you dont suppose to bark at people! I am not at fault..I did not even say a word to them and they come barking..Just asking simple directions because I am new!

EricJRN, MSN, RN · Nov 9, 2006

I was simply pointing out that if you already held a grudge against CNA's before starting that job, it might have contributed to the current strained relationships.

If I were a CNA who worked for you, and you dismissed me as mean and disrepsectful before you even met me, would you be able to reasonably expect me to respect you? That's all I'm saying.

Bala Shark · Nov 9, 2006

I was simply pointing out that if you already held a grudge against CNA's before starting that job, it might have contributed to the current strained relationships.
If I were a CNA who worked for you, and you dismissed me as mean and disrepsectful before you even met me, would you be able to reasonably expect me to respect you? That's all I'm saying.

Look the above poster has the same experience like I do..In your view, the CNAs are alway respectful and do a good job and LVNs are the ones to blame..That is your thinking and the two LVNs have the same experience with CNAs..So it is our fault! Yea right!

Marie_LPN, RN, LPN, RN · Nov 9, 2006

Look the above poster has the same experience like I do..In your view, the CNAs are alway respectful and do a good job and LVNs are the ones to blame..That is your thinking and the two LVNs have the same experience with CNAs..So it is our fault! Yea right!

Oh, shoot, no one was saying it's the nurses' faults. :uhoh3: People need to read the words that are actually on the screen.

Speaking as an experienced CNA, and now a nurse (LPN), if a nurse had approached me with a "guess I was always right about CNAs being that mean and disrespectful" attitude, they're not going to get a sugary sweet return. That doesn't mean i'm saying that anyone on this thread FEELS that way. Nor is it an attack.

(To approach a problem in a fair manner would have to include an open mind to improvements could be made on both sides of the issue, no matter who is to blame.)

Marie_LPN, RN, LPN, RN · Nov 9, 2006

If you don't know the reason why they are talking to you like that, then ask them: "Why are you yelling/snapping at me? Are you angry or frustrated by something?"

Bala Shark · Nov 9, 2006

Oh, shoot, no one was saying it's the nurses' faults. People need to read the words that are actually on the screen.
Speaking as an experienced CNA, and now a nurse (LPN), if a nurse had approached me with a "guess I was always right about CNAs being that mean and disrespectful" attitude, they're not going to get a sugary sweet return. That doesn't mean i'm saying that anyone on this thread FEELS that way. Nor is it an attack.
(To approach a problem in a fair would have to include an open mind that improvements could be made on both sides of the issue, no matter who is to blame.)

Yea, you are saying that all CNAs are very helpful and respectful..And you are saying 100% of them are and you are closed minded that you hear opnions that differ from yours!

The way I learned about CNAs was through nursing school..Several CNAs were wonderful to work with, often talking and praisng..There were someone I would want to be around with..And one CNA wanted to run me over on a patient's bed..And another CNA barked at everyone there..So in human kind, there are good and bad..So if you think everyone is good, then that is your opinion!

Bala Shark · Nov 9, 2006

If you don't know the reason why they are talking to you like that, then ask them: "Why are you yelling/snapping at me? Are you angry or frustrated by something?"

In a professional atmosphere, it is better to walk away then to esculate the matter..The CNA might snap back and start insulting..That was the position I was in!

Marie_LPN, RN, LPN, RN · Nov 9, 2006

Yea, you are saying that all CNAs are very helpful and respectful..And you are saying 100% of them are and you are closed minded that you hear opnions that differ from yours!
The way I learned about CNAs was through nursing school..Several CNAs were wonderful to work with, oten talking and praisng..And one CNA wanted to run me over on a patient's bed..And one CNA barked at everyone there..So in human kind, there are good and bad..So if you think everyone is good, then that is your opinion!

Like i already said, people need to read the words that are actually on the screen.

I never said all CNAs are very helpful and respectful. I never said they aren't either. Never said 100% of them are one way or the other.

I never said that everyone was good or that everyone was bad either.

And it would be much appreciated if my words were not taken and twisted into something i did not say.

Hopeslayer · Nov 9, 2006

I was a CNA for 5 years and now I have been an LPN for a few months. The best way to deal with any of your co-workers is with strict professionalism until you get to know them. It took me a few weeks to get used to being a nurse and giving the orders. Always remain firm and polite. Lots of please's and thank you's will go a long way. If the behavior of the CNA's remains negative, talk to them in private and let them know of your concerns. Just remember, your in charge and you have to set the tone. Good luck to you