Hiring/Job Question

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Hi everybody!

This may be considered a silly question, but while I was reading a thread some people mentioned that nurses who are attractive and young get hired less than those that are not pretty and are on the older side. Is this true? I am just curious because it was interesting to read. Has anyone had any negative experiences in the interviewing process?

When I started my nursing career I was 20 years old, skinny and pretty decent to look at. Now I'm 32, have two kids and am overweight honestly. I have always done well when on the job hunt. I think it really depends on too many things to answer this question simply. It depends on the interviewer, and you mostly. If you come off as smart, confident, and a good person/nurse I think you can get any job you want.

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Specializes in orthopedic/trauma, Informatics, diabetes.

I got hired as new grad in my late 40s and overweight.

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Specializes in Leadership, Psych, HomeCare, Amb. Care.

Generally speaking, attractive people are somewhat more likely to be hired. In all professions.

but, there are many other factors to consider. Just be the best you can be.

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Specializes in psych, addictions, hospice, education.

attractive is in the eyes of the beholder...

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Specializes in critical care.
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