Do you guys see a lot of people saying they are nursing students....

LIG RN · Jan 5, 2011

HaHAHAHA-----It is so funny to find this thread.... My wife and I were having this discussion the other day. I almost chose not to apply to nursing school due to soooooo..... many people CLAIMING to be in nursing school. A lot of these people would be attending their first class-------say a low grade math and post on their Facebook and other sites that they were in nursing school. I have nothing against competition, actually I enjoy it------------- but a majority of these people, I would never want to be compared to.......

I believe a lot of people just have a hard time saying-------"Well, I am going to school for Nursing, but I still have a few classes before I can enter the actual program" this is the line I used.... Felt weird at first but I like being honest.

beach_bride514 · Jan 5, 2011

I've heard it before! It really doesn't bother me too much, though. I think it's neat that people are excited about nursing school. Sometimes I forget that I used to be very excited. It's easy to forget why I became passionate about nursing in the first place.

There was one time though that someone said they were going to apply to the nursing program at my school. (I had just finished my 2nd semester, so I had a pretty good idea of what was needed to succeed.) We had a psychology class together last semester, and she was telling everyone that she was going to get into the nursing program. She sat in front of me...during a test I looked up and saw that her notes were in her binder right beside her and she was using them to cheat! That really did rub me the wrong way! I wish some people understood what it takes to keep your head above the water in nursing school. I don't have high hopes for this girl, but I do hope she changes her ways & I wish her the best...

But people saying they're already in nursing school when they are taking pre-reqs usually doesn't bother me! Other times when it does -I never say anything. I just quietly think to myself "...oh you have NO idea..." :eek:

Vicky Laursen · Jan 5, 2011

This is seriously the worst thread Ive ever read. Why do you care so much what other people are doing? Use the energy to develop your self, and dont worry what others are doing. Give people a chance! People enact with good intentions. Always give the benefit of the doubt. Im very sure they have their own "reasons" for doing this. Dont worry about it! Your going to drive yourself crazy.

~Mi Vida Loca~RN, ASN, RN · Jan 5, 2011

I can't believe how many people get soooo worked up over a simple question. The original post never belittled anyone, talked bad about students that are doing their Pre Reqs or anything of the sort. It simply asked a question to see if this was common place all around or maybe something I noticed at my school in particular. Do I think it's dishonest to go around saying you are in nursing school or a nursing student when you have not been accepted into an actual nursing program? YUP! Does it effect my life any though? Nope. People on here put their opinions on many topics they feel are morally or ethically wrong that doesn't personally effect them at all. It's a way of life to have opinions.

The only thing I expressed annoyance to in my next post was the lab kit thing, which the program agreed with and is working to fix the problem

Truly, it's pretty comical to see how many people seem to be so worked up over this topic, almost as if maybe the topic was describing them and they got super sensitive and took offense

lifelearningrn, BSN, RN · Jan 5, 2011

Kind of funny story- not exactly on topic but kind of related (maybe)

I was in my A&P lab discussing with another student my goal to get into nursing school. It is also what she is working toward. When I mentioned I am aiming for a BSN because I already have an associate's degree in general studies she asked, "What can you do with your associate's degree?" I replied "Not a damn thing, it just satisfied all my general education requirements." She then followed up with two more questions. "What is a BSN?" and "Why can't you get a job as a nurse with your AA degree- all you need is an associate's degree, right?" Um, well, yeah, in Nursing!

In a separate discussion with a young couple (different day, same class) they were telling me how their ultimate goal was CRNA. They asked why I was planning on doing my RN at a university and not community college. I explained I already have all the general ed so why not? They were dumbfounded. They didn't know you could get an RN at the university level without first going through a community college RN program. The assumed you needed to go in order.. RN on an associate level. Then BSN, then MSN, etc.

It's amazing how 'pre-nursing' students don't even know the ins and outs of becoming a nurse. It's hard for me to expect the layperson to. lol

daniedi77 · Jan 5, 2011

I feel like everybody has goals and where they are at in their particular goal is of no mind to me. Pre-Nursing, Nursing........whatevs. IMHO, the real claim to fame is passing the boards. You can be a pre-nursing waiting on acceptance or finishing up pre-reqs, nursing student trying like hell to pass and graduate, a graduate waiting to take boards, OR a graduate who has failed boards and is studying like crazy to take again and pass. Don't sweat the small stuff, everybody already has enough stuff to worry about. I'm about to start my senior year (in NS) and I just ready to get out. I remember what it was like at the beginning and after awhile you look back and see how much you have accomplished and can't wait til you get to the finish line. Good luck to everybodies dreams and goals ( PRE and POST) :)

Ayala · Jan 10, 2011

I have the opposite problem. I'm 58. Because I got my BA in Biology in 1975, I had to retake almost everything. (Yeah, my classmates are younger that some of my nieces and nephews.) People at the campus where I took my prereq's thought I was a teacher. I'm starting my CDP this month. So I'll be a real nursing student!!!!

Funny story. During finals week my micro class was sitting waiting for the teacher to show up. An teacher from the Nursing School walked in and asked what exactly we thought we were doing in this room, because she had a final scheduled for the same room. I stood up and asked her her name, the name of the course she taught, and the time of the exam. I went up to the front of the room and wrote all this information on the white board. The irate Nursing Teacher started arguing with me and I said "Oh, no, no! I'm not the teacher. I'm just an old student (pointing to my gray hair) and I always wear my id."

See what a dork I am? I always wear my ID.

Turns out the irate nursing instructor was wrong. When the micro professor walked it the two ladies settled their differences.

Also, sometimes students give me their parking spots and offer to carrry my books, especially when I'm wearing my lab coat. Because I must be a teacher, right? Why else would an old woman be on their campus?

finalscore3b1g · Jan 10, 2011

The consensus is that most people you come in contact with, don't know much about the different positions working in the medical field. So, for the most part, I would just say, "I'm going to school for Nursing," when asked. To save the person from a very long explanation of different pre req's, waiting lists, college apps, tests, hoops I need/ed to jump through.... before I begin the actual Nursing Program (which these things are all a part of it).

I feel like it can be compared to a first time mom, is she really a mom before her baby is born? Some say yes, some no, definitely debatable. I don't think these student's are "lying" or short changing us in any way. There is a long way to get here and we all have something in common with each other.

Lupan · Jan 12, 2011

I work with several pre-req nursing students and 2nd semester nursing students. I don't really have a problem with what they call themselves EXCEPT when the students attempt to act like nurses and answer or make comments on pt care. Sometimes they talk themselves into a corner and create a problem for themselves as well as the floor nurse. :uhoh3: At one hospital where I worked the "nursing students" were given special cosideration and needless to say there were "nursing students" everywhere. I always made sure if asked to give the correct answer on my student status. :up:

shesarriot · Mar 20, 2011

Who really cares about titles at this point. You are ALL students who can't, legally, call yourselves "nurse". Already bickering over who's better than who. I can tell you from my experience through pre-nursing and nursing school, that Micro and A&P were more challenging than any nursing class I took.

I think it's sad how competitive people are with each other.

~Mi Vida Loca~RN, ASN, RN · Mar 20, 2011

Weird, I don't see where anyone was saying they were better than anyone else. In fact I always get excited for the pre-nursing students I meet and tell them about the program. Also always am happy for my friends when they do well.

OB-nurse2013, BSN, RN · Mar 20, 2011

I have the opposite problem. I'm 58. Because I got my BA in Biology in 1975, I had to retake almost everything. (Yeah, my classmates are younger that some of my nieces and nephews.) People at the campus where I took my prereq's thought I was a teacher. I'm starting my CDP this month. So I'll be a real nursing student!!!!
Funny story. During finals week my micro class was sitting waiting for the teacher to show up. An teacher from the Nursing School walked in and asked what exactly we thought we were doing in this room, because she had a final scheduled for the same room. I stood up and asked her her name, the name of the course she taught, and the time of the exam. I went up to the front of the room and wrote all this information on the white board. The irate Nursing Teacher started arguing with me and I said "Oh, no, no! I'm not the teacher. I'm just an old student (pointing to my gray hair) and I always wear my id."
See what a dork I am? I always wear my ID.
Turns out the irate nursing instructor was wrong. When the micro professor walked it the two ladies settled their differences.
Also, sometimes students give me their parking spots and offer to carrry my books, especially when I'm wearing my lab coat. Because I must be a teacher, right? Why else would an old woman be on their campus?

Your story made me laugh!!!!

On the other hand this thread has made more comebacks then Britney...And I wish it would die already:lol2: :lol2: :lol2: