I wanted to share an experience with those interested.
I was working in clinicals passing out dinner trays, when a CNA pulled me to the side and asked me if I was going to school. I replied "Yes, I'm in the RN program". She looked and said "You need to be smart to go to RN school". I was bothered by what she had said. I could read on her face showing that she isn't smart enough for NS. So here's my opinion:
Smart in literal terms means that your are intelligently gifted...right? I don't believe that is right, people have made that word for those who have acheived something that they did not.
"Your smart, that's why you made it, I'm dumb".
There are no Dummies. There are no Smarties. There are those who were determined enough to become what they wanted to become. You and others are labeling people as smart, because they are getting things done for themselves. They're becoming Doctors, RN's, CRNA's, and NP's. Those are the smart ones? Just because your a CNA doesn't mean your dumb. If you want to become an RN what is stopping you?
Many argue that they can't study "smart" enough. If you can pick up a book and read, you can do it. You just need to find your "click". In time after trying many things you will learn what is your gifted way of learning. Some read, some watch, some draw,and some speak. Only trial and error will reveal to your gifts.
I want to change the definition of "smart". Are you Smart enough to be a Nurse? I'm going to write a couple of phrases replacing smart.
-Are you Passionate enough to become a Nurse?
-Are you Patient enough to become a Nurse?
-Are you Persistent enough to become a Nurse?
-Are you Driven enough to become a Nurse?
-Are you Disciplined enough to become a Nurse?
Many people have obstacles to become a Nurse. Finance, families, jobs, and many others. These obstacles tend to succeed in stopping us in our tracks. This is called "life". It's another topic for a forum.
If your reading this, I hope this inspires, strengthens, and renews your energy to continue pursuing your goals whatever stage in your career you are in. You don't need to be smart enough. You are Smart.
What about Rebecca Black? (Friday song) and the girl who sang "Call Me Maybe". I don't think they have the talent but hey, they're singing professionally. lol
Ya know, on some level I always found this REALLY upsetting! Like I said, I always wanted to be a singer when I was growing up, but I'm mediocre at best, and I was always told "no way."
If only we could've foreseen the low standard music would adopt, maybe I would've had a chance!
I am new to all nurses but I am wondering if there is much discussion on the CNA who made the comment in the first place! I am a second semester nursing student and I am embarassed of how we generally ignore the topic of "nurse bullying". The whole, "mother eat her young"...needs to be exploited as far as I am concerned...maybe then these nurses will shape up or ship out!
I am new to all nurses but I am wondering if there is much discussion on the CNA who made the comment in the first place! I am a second semester nursing student and I am embarassed of how we generally ignore the topic of "nurse bullying". The whole, "mother eat her young"...needs to be exploited as far as I am concerned...maybe then these nurses will shape up or ship out!
This topic is in no way ignored on this site...in fact, it has its very own acronym: NETY.
I'm not entirely sure what your point is. You're concerned that the unknown CNA could possible be being bullied? Based on what?
I believe that individuals need to be encouraged that through hard work and diligence that you can be successful. But I also know that some people really do not have the "intellect" or "IQ" to be successful...... or, they just are not suited for the profession they "chose" and there is no shame in that.
I also know that it is perfectly acceptable to disagree but one doesn't have to be disagreeable.........and just to clarify things slightly, guides, can not shut down threads.
OP, I have a sneaky feeling you are basing your assessment of nursing on A&P I and II, Micro, statistics, algebra, etc. They don't compare to the hurdles or critical thinking that the core nursing classes require.
I understand that you are trying to motivate students and that is to be applauded, but you should also contemplate why there appears to be a broad schism between experienced nurses and your opinion. I'm passionate and opinionated, but I've revisited posts and thoughts of my own for the same reason.
I have a sneaky feeling I posted this on Pre-Nursing...right?
Curious to know how it is that a number of people with actual experience to base their opinion on is considered to be squandering of the thread in which someone made pronouncements based on no experience, especially when the experienced people tend to state the same things. Sign of the times I guess.
No experience in Pre-Nursing? Last time I checked I was in Nursing school. Though, you want to go farther then and and claim I have no experience in this field. Id suggest you check the subject of the forum before your so quick with your tongue.
Not a single person has argued with this point. Posters have been questioning several of your other claims.
If that was the case, I wouldn't have been scrutinized for my choice of words. With plenty overanalyzing the point of the post, many are taking this further then it was really intended. I was disappointed to find myself putting more effot into defending my stance then rather conversating with other students trying to get into the program of their choice.
You know my main point but you chose to say that "smart" is needed, you've completely missed my opinion that I believe we have used is wrong wording. You chose to attack that assumption stating that you need a smart person to stick people with needles, which you have missed the whole point and purpose.
So what is your definition of idiot? What makes an idiot different from a potential Nurse? What makes a student an idiot? You can't judge this nor have the right to call anyone an idiot.
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Ya know, on some level I always found this REALLY upsetting! Like I said, I always wanted to be a singer when I was growing up, but I'm mediocre at best, and I was always told "no way."
If only we could've foreseen the low standard music would adopt, maybe I would've had a chance!