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Thanks guys. I'm terrified that some nurse is going to give me a look up and down, raise her head high, and watch me like a hawk because I am a male. So many females today want gender equality but can't expect the men to want that same right. I love people, I love caring for others. I don't need anybody rather it be a parent, a nurse, a doctor, or a patient tell me what my intentions are with my career. I chose nursing because I want to make a difference. It sounds cliche but I believe in putting others needs often before your own.

Hello! I'm Hayden, new to the site. I'm nineteen and plan on graduating with my RN in three years. I'm sure clinicals will make or break my decision but I have been attracted to pediatrics and neonatal since I sought out nursing. I've always had a passion for children even since I was a kid I loved babies lol initially I started college in elementary education. I have some questions though. Will it be easy to get a job in pediatrics as a male nurse? And if you're a male, how does the public perceive you as a nurse?

Great thank you! What do you mean nursing will be different in three years? Is it not good right now?

This is my first post! Hello nurses :) I'm Hayden, 19, counting down 3 more years to getting my RN. I wanted some feedback. Of all of the nursing specialties I've researched, I've found that Pediatrics/NICU are my absolute most favorable. Although I realize clinicals will be the "final decision", I've always had a passion and desire to work with children. In fact I initally began college as an Elementary Education major up until last semester when I made the transition to nursing. Anyway, what I wanted to know is how difficult will it be for me to land a job in peds or nicu? I'm concerned because men aren't exactly the ideal nurturers for the young (says stereotype). Also, as a RN grad, will I even be able to get a job in those units or is there some sort of experience requirement before landing a job your desired unit? I live in North Central Indiana in case region plays a factor in either one of these questions. I long to work in Indianapolis at a children's hospital. Thank you!!