Can't we all get along: ADN, BSN, MN, NP...?

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I'm in a nursing program that I worked very hard to get into. It's tough and it's expensive--and I know this. I also know it's a very highly regarded program, and it suited me. Yet I can't even tell you how many times nursing students (in other programs) have gone out of their way to tell me why my program sucks and why they decided not to attend/apply to it. Is this not rude? Do these folks not realize that they are being transparent and insecure? :confused: I try to support my fellow nurses, no matter what their training. I think collegiality is very important to moving this profession forward. What do you say when someone is intent on putting down your program?

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I think some people seem to think they are better if they have a BSN over an ADN, or and RN over LPN, and so forth... I think everyone chooses a different path to suit them better. No matter what you choose, if you are happy with it thats all the matters. I say, if they put your program down and tell you why they didn't choose it you can either ignore it, or tell them why you didn't choose their program, and why yours is better for you.

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Kill em with kindness like my mom always said,

And then show them up with skill on the field like my dad always said after my mom walked away.

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Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU.

As an MSN who was an an LPN, ADN and BSN - I respect all nurses, regardless of their "rank."

In my 16 years of various nursing positions, most people do respect each other. Its the minority of people that have issues with respect. If you give respect, you get respect.

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Just know that when people say these things they are allowing you a glimpse at their innermost workings. People who are confident and secure don't belittle others. When I see people who are so adament about how they have the hardest school, hardest job, hardest career, most stress, and I see all the anger and agitation over titles, I just makes me feel sad for them. They are obviously very insecure in themselves and need to constantly reassure themselves of just how great they are. What a horrible way to walk through life.

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Specializes in Trauma, Teaching.
Is this not rude? Do these folks not realize that they are being transparent and insecure? :confused: I try to support What do you say when someone is intent on putting down your program?

Say: "too bad you feel that way, I don't." Then refuse to continue the discussion, change the subject or walk away.

Say: "Well, I like it and that's the only thing thats important." Then refuse to continue the discussion, change the subject or walk away.

To a really obnoxious one: "why would you think you have any right to diss my program to my face?" and walk away.

Can't decide whether to use :chuckle:chuckle or :banghead: . Go with the laughter, its better for your soul:yeah:

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JBudd, your sig quote sent a shiver up my spine. I wish everyone understood it.

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Specializes in Trauma, Teaching.

Me too, JD, me too. :smilecoffeecup:

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