Concealed Carry...as a nurse?

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    Specializes in Med Surg, ER, OR.

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  1. Do you have a concealed carry license?

    • 148
      Yes, although it stays in the car/home while at work.
    • 68
      Yes, it is always on me no matter where I am.
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      No, I do not see the need.

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rlgiv

31 Posts

Specializes in ER.

I doubt there are actually any statistics to back that up and I agree with the prison guards should not carry a firearm but in my situation, unlike if a prison guard carried a firearm. Nobody knows I have one.

If my hospital would step up there security I wouldn't feel the need to do it myself.

Specializes in ICU, CM, Geriatrics, Management.

@heron -- Thanks for jumping in. Since it'd been four years since I was last on the forum, I did go back and re-read the entire thread, per your recommendation.

Only found one previous comment by the poster I reached out to. That prior comment does not relate to the specific issue I inquired about.

So I'm still not clear of the rationale underlying Muno's last post; and I'm just trying to fully understand her point of view on this.

heron, ASN, RN

4,137 Posts

Specializes in Hospice.
@heron -- Thanks for jumping in. Since it'd been four years since I was last on the forum, I did go back and re-read the entire thread, per your recommendation.

Only found one previous comment by the poster I reached out to. That prior comment does not relate to the specific issue I inquired about.

So I'm still not clear of the rationale underlying Muno's last post; and I'm just trying to fully understand her point of view on this.

I actually wasn't necessarily thinking you'd find something from Muno specifically - although, as someone who uses firearms, he's frequently seen on these threads and is both moderate and very well informed. Just wanted to avoid re-covering old ground.

My point was, there are a plethora of arguments both for and against concealed carry in a hospital. I'm personally against the idea because i'm skeptical of the idea that the possession of a cc credential renders a person competent to function safely in an active shooter situation or that the weapon is guaranteed secure from being misused by someone other than the owner.

I actually wasn't necessarily thinking you'd find something from Muno specifically - although, as someone who uses firearms, he's frequently seen on these threads and is both moderate and very well informed. Just wanted to avoid re-covering old ground.

My point was, there are a plethora of arguments both for and against concealed carry in a hospital. I'm personally against the idea because i'm skeptical of the idea that the possession of a cc credential renders a person competent to function safely in an active shooter situation or that the weapon is guaranteed secure from being misused by someone other than the owner.

So you respond to a very specific question for clarity, a question that does not indicate a personal stance, by telling them to read the thread because it has been thoroughly addressed?

When the poster responds that they reviewed the thread and did not find the answer to their specific question you respond vaguely that there are "...arguments both for and against..." which by the way does not answer the specific question that was given to a specific person.

You then finish your response by providing your own opinion on the matter?

Have you read the thread or just trying to troll people who you are guessing have differing opinions because they simply asked for clarification from a specific person?

If I wasn't clear, I am asking for clarification.

heron, ASN, RN

4,137 Posts

Specializes in Hospice.

Havin' a party reported that s/he did not find an answer from a specific poster, not specific information. But, fair enough - s/he didn't find a post from Muno addressing that particular question.

I actually posted in this thread four years ago, among others on the same subject. They all pretty much cover the same ground, so I can forgive myself for assuming that the relative safety of concealed carry in a hospital job setting was addressed.

Meanwhile, why does it upset you so much that I have an opinion?

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hppygr8ful, ASN, RN, EMT-I

4 Articles; 5,049 Posts

Specializes in Psych, Addictions, SOL (Student of Life).

I have a concealed carry permit though I hardly ever carry the thing. My first husband was a violent felon who I helped put in prison. When he was still out and we were separated I got the permit. Now that he is incarcerated I don't carry. The justice system is supposed to notify me if and when he gets out. I may start carrying again but I doubt I would carry at work.

Hppy

Robert.CFRN

24 Posts

Specializes in Critical Care, Flight Nursing.

My wife (retired RN) and I (current RN) both concealed everywhere that it's legal. Like most with a CCDW permit, we follow the law. That means that I can't carry at work. But I do keep a firearm locked in my vehicle while at work. These are strange times, and best to be prepared.

Specializes in MDS, Home Health, Hospice, Director.

I conceal carry... am on security team at church... but have not brought it into my work as it is not permitted. I do, however, park my truck rather close in case of an emergency and have a plan worked out in my mind if every needed.

Specializes in Psychiatry, Community, Nurse Manager, hospice.

I would not be comfortable carrying a gun, even if I thought it would help me or help society (and I don't think that.)

Specializes in MDS, Home Health, Hospice, Director.
5 hours ago, FolksBtrippin said:

I would not be comfortable carrying a gun, even if I thought it would help me or help society (and I don't think that.)

We would not be comfortable with you carrying either... if you are not comfortable.

Specializes in Psychiatry, Community, Nurse Manager, hospice.
4 hours ago, ketchasketch said:

We would not be comfortable with you carrying either... if you are not comfortable.

Your only no answer on your poll, is "I do not see the need." That is not the only reason a person chooses not to carry a gun. My reasons are many.

Specializes in Psychiatry, Community, Nurse Manager, hospice.

OP: Not trying to be political or start a debate but Guns! GUNS! GUUUNNNSS! IN THE ACTIVISM SECTION! Take the poll:

Do you:

A. Have a gun and take it everywhere because you are a motherhumpin badass!

B. Have a gun and not take it to work because your employer is a libtard snowflake.

C. Not have a gun because you are a pansy who hates freedom.

Folks: I'm not comfortable with guns.

OP: I can speak for everyone because I have a gun. And we all hate you.

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