Snobby Nursing Students

Mexarican · Aug 11, 2007

OP, it may be that these people are just snobby and it really has nothing to do with being seniors in a nursing program. BUT, it very well could that they feel somewhat more accomplished than let's say a new nursing student, which shouldn't be that way at all. Some people change with success, like finishing up nursing school. this can happen in any situation. Unfortunately there will always be folks who are not approachable. I can bet you there are many people who are finishing up the nursing program who would be more than happy to answer your questions. Oh, and don't forget that it may not be a good idea to want answers to your questions when a nursing student is clearly studying. LOL;) I can see how i would not be approachable if i were studying. My study time is precious and i don't like being interrupted during that time.

Mex

Eirene, ASN, RN · Aug 11, 2007

op: i think you'll run into that almost anywhere. if you have questions, ask your student advisor about a nursing student mentor, or approach one of the class officers! i can guarantee you that they'd love to be of some help-- or just sit down to talk! there really are nice senior nursing students out there. :)

**RosesrReder, BSN, MSN, RN** · Aug 11, 2007

Hello,
Just wondering...
Do alot of Nursing students get snobby...when they are closer to graduating?:mortarboard:
I met a few seniors from my school...and well you cannot ask them questions...They were just snobby?:smackingf
Hmm just wondering if it happens often and everywhere.
Lisa J

It depends on the situation. If you come up to me when I am studying and ask questions to the affect of "is the nursing program hard"...........I am going to tell you that it's a different experience to everyone and that I personally have found it quite challenging and send you on your way. Or, (my favorite one).......can I have a copy of your care plans, research papers, etc........uhm no! :uhoh3:

Now, if you are asking for help-I would definitely help you.

It depends on each and every person what you classify as being "snobby".

smk1, LPN · Aug 11, 2007

Some are, some aren't. Just like anywhere else. Ignore the holier than thou ones and learn from the ones who are willing to share their knowledge and insight on the journey you are starting.

DermNP2Be · Aug 12, 2007

All I can say to the OP is that if you run into "snobbiness", thank God that that is not how you are; relish in the helpfulness of those that do not possess that unfavorable attitude and always remember how their actions have affected you so that you don't make anyone feel that way when you're further along.

luvmy3kids · Aug 12, 2007

I think you will run across people from all areas of life who are going to behave in ways that you don't find very friendly. I'm not exactly sure why that is... but unfortunately it is true.

My best advice... would be to just let it go. You never know, they could be having a horrible day and they don't mean to pick on you personally, it's just that you happen to be there at the time.

I always think of the little old man driving down the freeway going about 35mph in the fast lane, pi$$ing off all the people behind him, causing a huge back up and a lot of angry (soon to be road raged), people... all the while he is on his way home from his wifes funeral....

You just never know... don't let anyone get to you and just kill 'em with kindness....

Take care and good luck!!

AprilRNhere · Aug 12, 2007

I'd just say to keep in mind that seniors are under alot more stress. I know when I was close to graduation there was some dissention within our clinical group. I tend to be the peace maker and often remind the others that we're all feeling the same stress...and to try not to mis-interpret each others responses. Most of the time we realized something wasn't meant to sound harsh...or uncaring.

BoonersmomRN · Aug 12, 2007

Hello,
Just wondering...
Do alot of Nursing students get snobby...when they are closer to graduating?:mortarboard:
I met a few seniors from my school...and well you cannot ask them questions...They were just snobby?:smackingf
Hmm just wondering if it happens often and everywhere.
Lisa J

I'm a Senior and the class mentor. I can honestly say that I havent seen any snobbery out of my classmates towards the underclassmen...but I can say that I have had situations where I have been cornered, literally, in the halls by an underclassmen wanting to know information about their upcoming test, an instructor, etc etc and I have just had to say " Im sorry I cant help right now...but here is my email".

Now I am an officer...my other classmates may just say " Uh,,,,ask Amy" haha

We are BUSY. All students are busy but Seniors are super busy with classes and pinning planning and fundraising, etc.

I am sorry you had a bad run in with some unhelpful seniors...please try again...it could have just been a BAD BUSY day.

allthingsbright · Aug 12, 2007

I'm a senior and I'm not "snobby"--just met some freshman and answered all their questions plus emailed them a bunch of stuff. Maybe the seniors you met are just burned out--thats how I feel, anyway.

LisaJ_RN · Aug 12, 2007

thanks for all the replies...you are all right but we were sitting in a waiting room....not even in the school, no studying......it was just the attitude..

Thanks

Jedi of Zen · Aug 12, 2007

Several months after I had microbiology, I saw a girl who had been in the class with me who was now doing her nursing school clinicals at the hospital I worked at. (I myself had not yet started nursing school at this point in time). We saw each other and I sort of smiled at her and started to say, "Hey! How's it going? How is nursing school?" etc but before I could even open my mouth she just kinda gave me this look of "psssshhhh...who are you to talk to me?" Then she just kinda turned her nose up at me (literally) and walked away.

Fortunately though I've since run into 4 other students from micro who are also doing clinicals and their response has been completely different. One of them even gave me a big hug as soon as she saw me, and that was very cool. :)