lpn

[countrylane123]

I went for a job interview and was told i could have the job, but i would have to cover up the tatoo on my arm of a rose. she told me to wear long sleeves or put a bandage over it. well i didn't take the job, as i feel that had nothing to do with my skills as a nurse. what do you all think? many nurses have 3-4- tatoo's. i only had the one and had to cover it up.

[Balder_LPN, LPN]

I went for a job interview and was told i could have the job, but i would have to cover up the tatoo on my arm of a rose. she told me to wear long sleeves or put a bandage over it. well i didn't take the job, as i feel that had nothing to do with my skills as a nurse. what do you all think? many nurses have 3-4- tatoo's. i only had the one and had to cover it up.

hmm, there must be plenty more jobs in your area for lpn's to have turned down this one for that reason.

Obviously, having a tattoo does not have anything to do w/ your nursing skills. But it does make a difference to some people you may work with. Especially if you are working w/ an older population. Wether or not you wear blue jeans has nothing to do with your skills either, but very few employers will allow you to wear them, because they want to present a professional appearance to the widest range of pt's possible, even though very few would ever care about the tattoo or blue jeans or whatever.

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

It comes down to the dress code of the facility where you are employed. It just depends on whether you think this job would outweigh the perceived con of having to cover the tattoo. Good luck with your job hunt.

[Daytonite, BSN, RN]

the boss gets to make the rules. when you get to be a boss then you can make the rules and allow tattoos. when all us old timers retire and die off, then all you people with body art and body piercings will be able to display it all! my generation of hippies and flower children went through the same situation. most of them had to conform to what society would allow and give up the really long hair and tye dyes if they wanted to reap the benefits that society had to offer. your turn.

[nursesaideBen]

Unluckily that tends to be the policy at most facilities. I actually have both my ears pierced and was surprised when the hospital was okay with me wearing earings.

[TheCommuter, BSN, RN]

I would have accepted the job, bitten the bullet, and simply covered the tattoo. Unfortunately, we all must make concessions in life, especially to people who hold positions of authority (such as bosses and hiring managers). Tattoos are still regarded by many managers as unprofessional in today's business world. You can be the most skilled nurse in the entire nation, but many people will prejudge you based on your body art. It's unfortunately so sad, but true.

[RNsRWe, ASN, RN]

I'm guessing by now you've caught the drift of the sentiment out there: professional jobs usually call for a professional dress code, and while that varies, there are rules each facility will expect you to conform to.

Your skills as a nurse are not at issue. Your ability to look the part of the professional as determined by that facility, are.

Individuality is great, and on my time off, I'm very much so. On my work time, from the time I enter the parking lot until the time I leave it the next day, I look as my employer expects me to, period.

[vivibonita]

I'm guessing by now you've caught the drift of the sentiment out there: professional jobs usually call for a professional dress code, and while that varies, there are rules each facility will expect you to conform to.

Your skills as a nurse are not at issue. Your ability to look the part of the professional as determined by that facility, are.

Individuality is great, and on my time off, I'm very much so. On my work time, from the time I enter the parking lot until the time I leave it the next day, I look as my employer expects me to, period.

:w00t:

[RN1121]

Now wait just a second... You mean to tell me that it looks any more professional to have a bandage covering your arm daily, depending on the location and size of your tattoo, than to just leave it be as an expression of yourself?

If it is a tasteful tattoo, then I see no problem with just being yourself! What is considered to be professional anyway these days? I can think of a million other things for a potential employer to be worried about than a darn tattoo of a rose.

There are a zillion opportunities for nurses and you'll find the right one that will accept you just the way you are.

Best Wishes!

[P_RN, ADN, RN]

my generation of hippies and flower children went through the same situation. most of them had to conform to what society would allow and give up the really long hair and tye dyes if they wanted to reap the benefits that society had to offer. your turn.

lol

i luv it :heartbeat

[casperbjs]

I work with a physician that says that tattoos are a sign of insecurity........

Don't know if that is what the D.O.N. is thinking?????

Just a guess..............

[vivibonita]

Tatoos are a sign of many things, depends on what they mean for the person who has them.

However, my honest opinion in this case is: abide to the rules given by your employer, if you don't like them ... well resign and look for another place that doesn't have such strict rules. If there aren't any other job opportunities... refer to my honest opinion :)