LPNs leaving me out in clinical

[Jo0232]

I am a second semester RN student and I just had my first clinical of the new semester. I am the only student in the group who isn't already an LPN. I unfortunately do not work in the field yet so all of my experience is coming from the clinicals. The LPN students are intimidating because they already know a lot more information and skills than I do and I've already been kind of left out of the group. Whenever I try to ask questions they just talk over me. I am very excited to learn but I feel like I am not going to have a good experience due to being left out as the "stupid" one. Any suggestions to improve this situation would be greatly appreciated!

[NurseGirl525, ASN, RN]

Usually most schools separate the LPN to RN students from the traditional track RN, as yes, the skill level is quite different. That's odd.

[LadyFree28, BSN, LPN, RN]

Usually most schools separate the LPN to RN students from the traditional track RN, as yes, the skill level is quite different. That's odd.

I was an LPN amongst traditional students...it's not odd at all.

OP, don't feel left out-if you need guidance, take a deep breath, and assertively ask for pointers, most from your instructor FIRST, then if your instructor says to reach out to your peers, then do so.

Regardless of their status as a LPN, they are students FIRST in your clinical setting; they are learning just as much as you are..,in fact most likely more.

Stop thinking you are stupid-you are learning, and you have to put in what you want to get out of your clinical experiences; start advocating in order to enrich your clinical experience.

Best wishes.

[cracklingkraken, ASN, RN]

That's unfortunate that they're boxing you out. I would take the initiative, and say something along the lines of, "I don't have any experience in healthcare, and clearly you know what you're doing. Do you have any tips or pointers?

The PNs in our program have been welcoming and are a great wealth of knowledge in clinicals. I hope that things improve!

[OBwonKnewbie]

That's just rude and childish. Don't be too upset they sound like horrible people.