" LPNs are trained differently,with a particular focus in mind,however they are licensed by the state and abide by their legalities,

   as per job description,governed by the state's commonwealth. I've worked with numerous nurses for many years and I've learned to,

   " turn a deaf ear," when it comes to those who," rant,rave and disrespect others",without viewing the whole picture.

    It is wise to respect all healthcare workers for their jobs and learn to be grateful,giving credit where / when it is due.

    We give respect to all patient that we care for,that is our job and we are proud of our accomplishments."

thanks for the replies. its very frustrating but i guess this is something ill have to deal with until i get my bsn somewhere down the road. 

Romdo. I comepletly agree with you.. It's usually the people that are either intimidated or just plain unhappy with themselves that put others down for their own sake.. I say don't listen and just be the best nurse that you can be. A degree is wonderful but that to doesn't make a nurse..Teresa

YES LPNs ARE REAL NURSES.

To all  ,

I am so tired of this! I am a LPN and I AM A REAL NURSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you, Teresah, Herbal Nurse, and AMG 1145!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 As an ophthalmology tech in Hospitals, private practices and now a Surgical center ( 12 years ), I have had the privelage of working with many fine nurses ( both LPN and RN ) and Mds.  Truly the best patient care was given by those not hung up on titles and into our profession because they truly care about our patients. I have been called nurse and doctor  over the years and my response is ussually something like this ' oh thank you but my name is Dave and Im a technician not a nurse/doctor' the reply back from my patients is ussually " you seem just like... thank you so much". That is my reward, not a title.

Most of our patients are into genuine concern for there care and nothing else.

If I ever get the chance to, i will go back to school and 'earn' one of those titles, but never to be hung up on it, only to better serve

thank you to Dr. Joe for introducing me to medical care.

You are every bit of a nurse as an RN with an associates degree, or BSN degree! I am with everyone else, some nurses need to get over themselves and their "titles". Without LVN/LPN, and CNA's their jobs would be a lot tougher! You are the backbone to the RN's. Dont ever feel any less of a nurse just because you are a LVN.

I am a medical assistant and CNA and I love what I do. I am taking classes for my GE with pre-req's for nursing. I am probably 3 years away from applying to nursing schools. I also start volunteering at a hospital this October in the ER/Surgery. I am so excited and honored to work with LVN/ and RN's. The Title shouldn't be why you go into the profession of nursing. It should be because you want to give professional and compassionate care to patients that they deserve.

I have the upmost respect for all Nurses..and yes LVN's are nurses ! Period!  Hang in there, and don't let them get you down. Keep smiling and focus on the patients. They are just unhappy with themselves, or maybe even their jobs.

Best,

Cari

LPN are REAL NURSES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so tired of hearing real nurse, what does that mean???????? Whether you're a RN or LPN, you work for the benefit of your pts!!!!!!!!!!! I think that if I actually heard someone say that STUPID comment I would have to seriously consider decking that person!!!!! I know how it sounds, but let's just stick with helping our pts, not letting titles go to your damn head!!!!!!!!!!! I'm sorry if my cuss word may offend some people, but that's how I feel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I agree with you too..Teresa

Ok Guys,   Please, there is so many artcles in this forum .Please take a look, There's room for all..Nurses, (any)  Drs, houskeepers etc.. ..Hugs, Teresa

I agree Shonna, Hugs,Teresa

Alib2012, I certainly feel the same way.. Besides, isn't it what we think of ourselves and not what others think of us? All areas of the medical field are so important.. We all have a very special job to do.. Or at least we should...Hugs,Teresa

grandma795, thank you for your comment.. And the one that made the comment in my mind is not truly a nurse..Teresa

catk, thank you for your comments and posting on the forum.. Teresa