Please help, don't know what to do about school

Wow, that seems like an extremely unprofessional Director of that program!! Yuk!! I can completely understand your desire to go to a school that (probably) is better run. No one should be treated with such blatant disrespect. It is certainly a completely legitimate route to get your LPN first, especially if it causes you less stress. Do you think you would then go for a LPN to RN program? I just would hate for you to lose credit for all the courses you have already taken for your RN. Are there other schools in your area that you could attend for that purpose? Do you have any sense that the program itself is well taught and that your instructors are worthy of your time? Perhaps getting through these first few bumps would be worth it if the rest of the program is a good one. Do you know any 2nd year students or recent grads you could talk to before you decide? It really comes down to what you can tolerate. I don't think I would recommend much as far as reporting her to her superiors if you plan to stick it out. On the other hand, if you do leave, I would highly recommend a well-written letter about why you are leaving and how you and the other students are treated. She is, at the very least, being an extremely poor example of professional responsibility and behavior for her nursing students. Shame on her!!

Only you can decide what is best for you. Good luck!!;)

You should not accept this kind of poor communication and lack of planning at your school or at a job/hospital. I do not think quitting the program is the solution. Go to the dean. Now. Either by yourself or with a group. If we can't advocate for ourselves, we wont be able to advocate for our patients.

Good luck with this!!!:angryfire

i say try to stick it out because out in california we wait on list for 2 years to get in to a rn program. the commuter is right in saying that politics are everywhere. in school and on the unit there was always something going on. nobody is perfect and even the don's of nursing school make poor choices sometimes. if you really want to be a rn go for it and focus on yourself and achieve all that you can. once you get passed the intial chaos it will calm down a little and you will be better adjusted to the day to day life as a student & be able to cope with everyday life. take care and good luck

Your school does sound disorganized and you Program Director unprofessional.

HOWEVER- stick it out.

Every nurse on this board can tell you stories about the drama that unfolded during their time in school. If you have examined the school NCLEX pass rates, talked to former students/future employers and the feedback was positive, stay with it.

Changing class schedules/clincial times and politics are just a few of the things we deal with to reach our ultimate goal.

Wrap yourself in your goals. Use it as your 'second- thicker skin"

Perhaps your entire class should have a polite talk with the Program Director so all parties can lay out expectations/standards of professionalism and communication. You guys ARE footing the bill.

I pray for the day nursing students are treated as the adult they are and not abused as students.

This is a prelude of what is to come, whether you become an LPN or an RN; believe me. And, I also had an LPN program director, who was rumored to be really caring, empathetic and organized, until I got into her program. I was in for a RIDE; she was so horrible.

Let me tell you, a new nurse is a new nurse, no matter what certification or degree she has acquired. Any new person would be afraid in a new profession, especially when there are lives involved. If your desire is really to become an RN, then, I say to remain in the program. You mentioned that you already earned your CNA, so, that is one hurdle off of your back. Believe me, there will be more to come later. If this is what you want, running and making waves will make it much harder. And, I am not sure if approaching the Dean is a wise idea, IMHO. If you completed that hurdle, then, focus on classes. Just an opinion based on personal experience. Good luck with whatever you choose!

stick with that program. your in and you have the oppunity to finish. you can do this.