I'm going to NS, why has your attitude changed toward me???

michelle0781 · Jul 9, 2012

One of the most important things I learned in NS was that there will always be some type of drama when so many people have to work together. I used to let every little thing hurt my feelings until just recently. There will always be someone that you cannot please or that does not like you, BUT it doesn't have to interfere with you personally. Being a nurse means being part of a team. Between yourself, the doctors, other nurses, rad techs, cna's, resp, lab, etc. you will all be working together for a common goal....the well being of the patient. I have learned over time that the best thing for me to do when something is bothering me is to confront the issue (person). When I say confront I do mean professionally and tactfully. Let them know how you were made to feel. you may just find that they were acting that way b/c of something you did unknowingly. Hope this helps.:)

niqua8604 · Jul 9, 2012

Yea I guess your right, can't always please everybody. But you would think that being in the same field, that people would be more supportive of one another.

Stephalump · Jul 9, 2012

That is so strange, and I'm sure it makes work a lot less enjoyable. I wish I had some sort of great explanation for you, but I don't. I've found that when I group suddenly all changes at once, it's usually because there's been some sort of group conversation. About what, I don't know, but I would try to talk to the person you trust the most about it. It could be one jealous person attempting to start drama, and you might be led to the source of the problem if you speak up.

Good luck to you! You're right, I'd think a team should be supportive and excited for you, and you're not off-mark thinking that way.

lovedijah · Jul 9, 2012

I am not shocked. I guess I say this because I've experienced this type of thing. A lot of people don't like "change". As bad as it sounds, some people don't like to see others "get ahead". For all you know there could be someone who really wants to go to school, but they can't. Now all of a sudden you show up saying you got in.. and they feel sad about it. You never know what someone is thinking. It sucks and in a perfect world everyone would be "happy" for you, but its not that way.

I think the best thing you can do is just to keep moving. Stay focused on your goals. Not everyone is going to like what you do. Either they will come around or you'll be too busy with nursing school to even care.

Good luck with school!!

virgo,student nurse, CNA · Jul 9, 2012

It's called being a hater! When you decide to do something better for yourself, sometimes you get resentment from people. Maybe they wish they were in your position, maybe they aren't happy with themselves. Sometimes you have to leave some people behind, to do things to make YOU happy. Congrats, and much success in school.

CrazierThanYou · Jul 9, 2012

Yep, just jealous haters.

When I was in school, I worked for a company that was great about working with me on my school schedule. I worked part time and odd hours. Other employees always made snide remarks and such. But really, they were getting full time hours, benefits, and making more money that I was. And, they were free to go back to school any time themselves.

classicdame, MSN, EdD · Jul 9, 2012

There are folks who will be jealous of you for attempting to improve your life. Some are mad at themselves for not taking that all-important first step. The good news is, you will meet new people who will share your goals. These people will make it all worthwhile.

Live.&.Learn · Jul 9, 2012

Everyone has a different reason for being how they are, I'm sorry that your co-workers are are acting this way. I agree that the best thing you can do is to be up front about the situation. Maybe ask if there's something you have done to offend anyone and explain how your feeling. Sometime people don't realize that there giving off a negative vibe so maybe acknowledging it will be enough. Otherwise just keep moving, be proud of yourself, and know that your doing a good thing. I find it to be very helpful when I ask myself why someone is acting the way they are. It helps me to realize that it's not something that I'm doing but something that is within them, something that is making them unhappy with their self. Congratulations on getting in, I start in August too and am so EXCITED!!!!!!! Best of luck with everything...keep your head up :)

niqua8604 · Jul 9, 2012

I really don't want to call anyone a "hater" or "jealous" but I guess it is what it is. You try to give people the benefit of the doubt but I guess you are all right. Especially when I never gave them any reason to act this way toward me in the first place. They can be doing the same things I am doing, I even try to encourage them and show them the ropes of taking that first step. Uggghhhh. It's frustrating but I guess the only thing I can do is MOVE ON.

RNnme3j · Jul 9, 2012

niqua8604...don’t you know the devil will do anything to keep you down! i’ve also noticed the change in people, classmates mainly!! when i’m volunteering @ the hospital the cnas that know i’m entering ns this fall, they tend to turn their nose up @ me and give me attitude when i asked them questions. classmates seem to not want to be around you or distance themselves from you. they tend to classify you as a "know it all".... it is called 'jealousy" they resent the fact that they are not in your shoes. be proud of what you have accomplished don’t be shameful. you still hold you head up high...because you are sure to meet many more great people in.....43days!!!:cheers:

niqua8604 · Jul 9, 2012

Shellbie that made me feel much better coming from a classmate!!! It's just crazy how ppl change up on you. I will definately be walking with my head held high, because it's on to bigger and better things for me!! But its just so sad and unfortunate, because I never want to make anybody feel "less than" me. I try to be encouraging and uplifting. I guess I just want the same thing in return.