When did it become ok to put someone down because they are NOT an RN?

TIARIA · May 24, 2007

I have had two incidences like this already and I'm not even working as an LPN yet.

I was at work a few weeks ago telling my coworkers that I passed the test when I first found out.

One of the Managers who's son is an RN (And failed the test 3x had to go back to school) said "I heard you passed your boards, yeah you passed but you're only an LPN you better finish that RN like you planned ASAP" that was it. Didn't even say good luck, congrats nothing.

Second time was a day later when I was telling my friend at work I passed the test and she said "How nice to be a Nurse" out of no where one of the customers said to me

"What did you take" I told him my LPN NCLEX he stated "What a waste of time and money, you should have done an RN program."

I wasn't even shocked, what could I do I laughed and said "Thanks for the info" and chalked it up to PPL are just classless and rude.

The lines were backed up so I was stuck with his for a few minutes and he proceeds to tell me his whole life story about how he became and RN and how he isn't happy with his facility because they allow the LPN's to be on a float team and he wants that position and this his 4th career so he's trying to make a go of it blah blah blah.

Obviously it is some kind of jealousy within that individual to make them lash out at you for your accomplishments.

RNDreamer · May 25, 2007

I was talking to a co worker today and I brought up a nurse at the alf that I work at. I said something like isn't such and such the only nurse here? She looks at me and, as if to correct me, says No, she is an LPN, such and such is the nurse on duty...huh? Did I miss something?

pagandeva2000, LPN · May 25, 2007

I was talking to a co worker today and I brought up a nurse at the alf that I work at. I said something like isn't such and such the only nurse here? She looks at me and, as if to correct me, says No, she is an LPN, such and such is the nurse on duty...huh? Did I miss something?

Then, she can most certainly take on all of those duties that only real nurses can do...

healinghearts84 · May 25, 2007

that was bullsh**. i can't believe someone in your family said that...what an oxymoron! they should be proud that you graduated with honors and passed the NCLEX that's quite an achievement. i agree that you should have had your moment of glory. if i was you in that moment i would have had to do some major a$$ kicking! sounds like someone is green with envy :trout:

HeartsOpenWide, RN · May 25, 2007

Congrats for being the bigger person, it would have been easy for you to say "your ONLY a medical assistant!!" And even bigger congrats for becomming an LVN. I am not bagging RNs, but the LVN at my last clinical sight was RIGHT ON and seemed more comptent than any of the RNs on the floor....so "just" because you are an LVN does not mean dittily squat...my friend who is an LVN and now in the RN program tutors me and we are in the same year (because he is a smarty pants LVN!) Congrats and do not let people get you down. I want to get my MSN and become a CNM and people always ask me why I don't just become and OB...there is one for every title....

RNDreamer · May 25, 2007

I actually tried to correct her by saying she (the LPN) was a nurse, but my coworker just repeated no, she is an lpn

Then, she can most certainly take on all of those duties that only real nurses can do...

pagandeva2000, LPN · May 26, 2007

I actually tried to correct her by saying she (the LPN) was a nurse, but my coworker just repeated no, she is an lpn

I believe you...I have seen it happen, and it has happened to me. I just give the 'real nurses' their job, then, when they make comments like that and from there, they can appreciate my talents.

Nursegirlgg · May 26, 2007

Gingerbell!! Congrads to you and may all your desires come to you.You will go far:kiss :balloons: and dont allow the turd to still your joy.

arual56 · May 26, 2007

When did it become ok to put someone down because they are NOT an RN?
Mothers day with the family, everyone was sitting around the table. I chose this opportunity to announce that after 2 years of hard work (pre-reqs and the VN course), that I have not only graduated with honors, but also passed the NCLEX. In the midst of my personal joy and praise (well earned in my opinion), a family member (who is a medical assistant), interrupts everyone and says, "Yea but LVN's are already phased out" ... "No one uses them no more". The whole room went silent for a few moments and then the topic of conversation changed to vegetable gardens. What happen to my moment? Not to sound shallow, but I wanted my moment!
The biggest kicker, toward the end of the day, he was greatly praised for just the THOUGHT of going to RN school. He said, "Yea, I went to the college the other day and I'm going to sign up for the wait list for the RN program .... Only 2 years and I'm in". OMG ... THERE ARE PRE-REQS!!!! You can't just sign up and magically get in! And again, what about ME? I am in school FULL TIME for my pre-reqs to the LVN to RN bridge program, while doing the LVN! GRRRRR!
Ok, I just had to vent. Yesterday I was crushed, but today I AM MAD! :angryfire
~GB

Despite your family member's rude, and bitter remarks, you have every reason to be proud. Those of us who know and understand what it took for you to get this far, and what it will involve for you to continue on, salute you. But my heart goes out to you as well. You did something I don't have the desire to do. You told your family about what you had done and what you were going to do. The evil spirited comments of that one person hurt you, and for that I am sorry. That person is nothing more than the bully everyone runs into eventually during school. Unfortunately, you ran in to them at home. My mother knows that I am in school and has been nothing but supportive. But my older sister has no idea what I am doing, and we don't tell her. I would love to share that I am an LPN but, like your family member, my sister would say something like, "Well aren't you getting your RN?" And if I had my RN she would be asking if I was going for my BSN, MS, etc. For bullies, they will always find that one little way in which they can hurt you. This person would have said this if you were alone, just as quickly as they said it during your family function. Do your best to ignore them, enjoy and feel proud of yourself. And know that there are hugs and warm wishes being sent to you from people you don't even know. There are many who are very proud of you.

pagandeva2000, LPN · May 27, 2007

Gingerbell; one of the things I have observed is the wonderful support you received from this thread...it has lasted AWHILE! It is because most LPNs have encountered this at some time in our careers and it brings out a great deal of passion for us. Do your thing, girl!! You have a great deal to be proud of...you are, in fact, a NURSE, the same as an RN, BSN, MSN or doctorate in nursing. You will be an important part of the health care team and you will contribute much to nursing. I can't wait to hear from you when you start your career and make US proud that you are one of US...whether you continue for your RN or not. I know you will represent LPNs well!

**Elektra6, ASN, BSN, RN** · May 28, 2007

Oh man I hear you, my FATHER tells me to get my RN every single time I talk to him, it's been 2 years! It is really getting on my nerves.

BigB · May 28, 2007

Oh man I hear you, my FATHER tells me to get my RN every single time I talk to him, it's been 2 years! It is really getting on my nerves.

My dad use to ask me in a nice way if I planed to get my RN a lot in the past. But it was only after I started talking about my job(as an lvn).