How to dress for CNE class

[rubato, ASN, RN]

I have never been to a CNE class before and was just wondering if I should wear scrubs or business casual? It is the End of Life Education Consortium, if that makes any difference.

Thanks.

[Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN]

I would say business casual...you never know who you might network with.....if you are going right after work....scrubs would be fine.

[rubato, ASN, RN]

Thanks. That's what I thought but just wanted to make sure that I wouldn't be overdressed if I showed up in a blouse and slacks. I'm a student, so not coming from work. :)

[Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN]

You will see people not dressed properly....but remember you can use every opportunity to net work you never know who you might meet and possibly get job opportunity

[NicuGal, MSN, RN]

Unless you are at the hospital and you will be going from your floor, no scrubs. Our CNS group puts on a few great conferences each year that we can either attend the whole thing or pick and choose. If you are going the whole day, business casual is fine ( khakis or nice slacks, etc, no jeans) if you are working and popping in and out if sessions before or after work, scrubs are fine.

[rubato, ASN, RN]

I was the most dressed up in slacks and heels, but there's nothing wrong with that.

[Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN]

No there isn't...and believe me they noticed. I think if you are going to a professional educational meeting you should be professional.

[classicdame, MSN, EdD]

if the CNE is offered within my facility during work hours, then scrubs is what I will be wearing. Otherwise, I dress business casual.