Discouraged

[shermainenevels]

I was considering going for the RN instead of LPN, but from family and friends they are telling me it's a difficult program, especially chemistry & biology. So just to be on the safe side, I think I'll take their advice and go for the LPN program. Are there any RNs/RNs students that could give me information about the RNs program?? I'm considering Penn Valley Community College in Kansas City, Mo.

[amelajay]

whoa there! i don't think windsurfer was being harsh! this is a common piece of advice which you will find yourself giving someday, whether you become an RN or LPN. it is like the common advice given to expectant moms on subjects like sleep and "make time for yourself..." yadayada...

windsurfer is highlighting the difficulty that your family used to discourage you from a certain path. from first read- your family could be encouraging a "can do" mindset in you, rather than doubt.

i just want to say that the difficulty involved in nursing soars far beyond the academic side... and windsurfer likely refers to these things. These are difficulties you will not know until you are there...

read stories of experienced and early-years nurses! If you truly digest what you read, you will solemnly agree with windsurfer, not snap back!

I hope (and I am honestly not trying to offend you!) that you understand it is important to be receptive to what even the most worn-out, rough around the edges nurses tell you. You will eventually come across them, and there IS value in what they say- not judgment, my dear!

Too, in order to learn, and be one of the GREAT ones, RN or LPN, listen.

again, not trying to offend.

[RescueNinjaKy]

I'm gonna go with what windsurfer said. While it was delivered in a harsh manner, there are some truth to it. If you're afraid of taking Non nursing classes wait till you're in the nursing program. You can't avoid those classes. There will be hard classes and you just gotta do it. That or not be a nurse. General education classes/prereqs are often easier than the nursing courses. If you're daunted by the idea of taking them then how are you going to face the nursing classes which delves into pathophysiology and pharmacology.

You gotta ask yourself. Do you want this? If yes, then you gotta put in that work. Invest in yourself.

[synaptic]

Ive heard women's studies is pretty easy. No science required. Tons of jobs too.

At mcdonalds

[Dreamer05, BSN, RN]

I've read nothing but uplifting/inspirational comments that you've made. In my time of self doubt, I feel encouraged. Thanks for the positivity. You just never know who you'll touch in the process of enlightening others.

[Dreamer05, BSN, RN]

RN prerequisites and school is tough, but if you're passionate about nursing let that be what fuels you to become a nurse. Most nothing is impossible in this world. Just read here in AN all the trials and tribulations many of us went through and made it. Whatever you decide, Buena suerte.

I've read nothing but uplifting/inspirational comments that you've made. In my time of self doubt, I feel encouraged. Thanks for the positivity. You just never know who you'll touch in the process of enlightening others.

[RN to be soon]

I'm finished with all prerequistes after semester and I'm beginning nursing school next semester. Transition from RN to LPN is possible in my region. And prerequistes aren't that hard but they are not easy either. The prereqs are different from school to school s but majority of community colleges have about the same prereqs in my opinion. The 4 science classes microbiology, chemistry, A&P I, A&P II will be the hardest subjects of all. I think A&P I was hardest. BUT if you are committed, you can do it.

[dedicated_2b_RN]

i believe windsurfer is being realistic and not trying to discourage at all

[zzbxdo]

You're going to have to take it regardless to get to RN school. If you get so easily discouraged you need to manage who your real support systems are. Work hard, manage your time well, eat well, ask for that raise, invest in yourself if getting that RN is what you want. Having support is nice. You want it, but you don't need it. They must really believe you can't do it if you're persuaded that easily.