Anyone else offended by this radio commercial?

3 There's a radio commercial for a certain school's BSN program. I get the point of the commercial, but they did it the wrong way. It's a lady talking about being a CNA, doing tasks that you don't want to think about and the best part of her day was stocking shelves. She goes on to say that she got her RN and was doing more complex tasks, like writing care plans, but that wasn't enough. Now that she's got her BSN from (insert school name), she's really doing what she loves.

I get the whole idea of the commercial, I really do, but I get so mad when I hear it. How dare the school belittle the importance of CNAs? The best part of their day isn't stocking shelves. And being an ADN isn't worthwhile? It just rubs me the wrong way and I was wondering if it bothered anyone else or if anyone has heard it.
I haven't heard it, but I feel you. That seems pretty hurtful towards folks who do work as CNAs or with an ADN. No one is better than anyone. point, blank

No but that ad is demeaning. We need everyone is the medical field, everyone is important. There is no reason why they should've put an ad out like that. CNA, LVN/PN, RN-ADN or BSN. Regardless, they all do tasks that are important!

I am offended by anyone thinking that there is anything "wrong" with being a CNA. Best part of the day is stocking shelves? What? Taking care of people is the best part of my day. When a patient tells me they love me or are genuinely thankful for what I've done for them it makes my day. I have to say though, sadly, I'm used to the mentality that CNA's are "less than". I've heard so many comments throughout the years about the "menial" tasks CNA's have to do. I think sometimes its a power thing, like there is somehow something wrong with having a career that doesn't require a lot of education. What people fail to realize though, is it's not a job that everyone can do well. It takes a certain kind of person to do the kind of work a CNA has to do and its not for everyone. Sometimes I just think the people who think like that are just jealous they can't do it ;-)

RNs with a BSN still have to do those "tasks you don't want to think about". Wiping butt has always been a part of nursing and always will be.

The best part of my day as a CNA was giving everyone a good wash-up, lotion and a good, smooth fresh bed to get into. I also loved taking care of my bedridden folks and getting everything as perfect as possible so they were comfy--or at least looked as comfy as possible.... Or how about when someone is covered head-to-toe in a nasty mess and you do a lot of hard work to wash 'em up so they feel better... no, no one likes cleaning feces or vomit, but to know you can step up to the plate and deal with it and maintain someone's comfort and dignity..To me, that was rewarding.Everything I did, I took pride in and I'm sorry some people think it's demeaning to be a CNA.I understand some people can't handle it or they want to keep moving up that ladder-- that's fine...But there's no reason to belittle those who want to and can.It's a very important job that gets so very little respect.

Quote from Glycerine82I have to say though, sadly, I'm used to the mentality that CNA's are "less than". I've heard so many comments throughout the years about the "menial" tasks CNA's have to do. I think sometimes its a power thing, like there is somehow something wrong with having a career that doesn't require a lot of education.

Haven't heard it, but it sounds like a lame commercial that appeals to the basest of human emotions and gives no credit to the intellect of its audience. Just like most of the other commercials that tell us that we're just not good enough so they can sell a product.

Quote from BrandonLPNRNs with a BSN still have to do those "tasks you don't want to think about". Wiping butt has always been a part of nursing and always will be.

I never heard that commercial but it sounds despicable and perpetuates the worst misconceptions about health care. If you're too special to put your hands on anything, you shouldn't be in any type of health care field.

Hmm, I have an MSN, and (gasp!!! I still stock the shelves in my rooms.

Quote from TriciaJI never heard that commercial but it sounds despicable and perpetuates the worst misconceptions about health care. If you're too special to put your hands on anything, you shouldn't be in any type of health care field.

And BSN nurses can go ont to bigger and better things, as can MSN nurses, doctoral degreed nurses, and on and on. Don't take offense where none is intended. If it has meaning to you that is all that counts.