High blood pressure and Employment

[StudentPower]

Hello,

I am a prospective nursing school student and just have a simple question.

I often have elevated blood pressure when being assessed for a physical generally in the 140/90 sort of range, when taken outside of clinical settings it is usually a bit better, around 130/80. I am otherwise in great shape and quite physically fit. Could elevated blood pressure readings like this cause potential employment problems? Would a prospective employer not hire you based on this alone?

Thank you!

[Nurse SMS, MSN, RN]

It would be unlikely to cause you to lose out on a job. In fact, I do not remember my pre-employment screening ever include a BP reading.

[caliotter3]

We can not give medical advice, but I would recommend keeping track and providing the info to your doctor. For your well-being, not for the benefit of a potential employer.

[meanmaryjean, DNP, RN]

Nurses can and do get hired with hypertension, diabetes, and any number of chronic health conditions. Every. Single. Day.