Gender Roles in the Nursing Career.

Here.I.Stand, BSN, RN · Feb 15, 2015

In all seriousness, I've never EVER heard a guy feel guilty or worry about "looking bad" for declining to work an extra shift.

Otherwise, yes...boys have a member; girls have a lady parts.

maddie11 · Feb 20, 2015

Sorry I did not make my question more specific. What I was looking for was differences in males versus females when it comes to providing care in the field. Do males make better nurses, etc. Different characteristics between the two in a work environment. I was not referring to the anatomy part. But I am sure my instructor will enjoy all the feedback you guys provided.

allnurses Guide · Feb 20, 2015

For what it's worth, the different characteristics I notice in my male and female co-workers I largely attribute to personality, not gender.

I agree. There is no difference in how good/bad a nurse is based on gender. None whatsoever.

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allnurses Guide · Feb 20, 2015

Sorry I did not make my question more specific. What I was looking for was differences in males versus females when it comes to providing care in the field. Do males make better nurses, etc. Different characteristics between the two in a work environment. I was not referring to the anatomy part. But I am sure my instructor will enjoy all the feedback you guys provided.

No, your question was well-understood. The replies indicate that the question itself is assuming that there are identifiable traits that male nurses have and female nurses don't have and the vice versa. We're saying the question is faulty, and if it's homework I seriously question your instructor's judgement.

allnurses Guide · Feb 20, 2015

Unless the teacher is trying to blast away stereotypes . .. . . :nono:

I've met lazy and irresponsible male and female nurses. I've met mediocre male and female nurses. I've met amazing, smart, funny, kind male and female nurses who understand what the term "team" means.

It all depends on the kind of person; not the gender.