Quick Question about what to wear

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Hey Guys!!!

I have a quick question. I have to go to get a physical tomorrow and meet with HR to sign some papers, so I can start work. This is my first nursing job, and i was wondering what is appropriate to wear? DO i need to dress business like, or is it okay just to wear jeans and a nice top? I figured since i already have the job and am just signing papers; it would be no problem to wear jeans. BUT i wasn't sure. Please let me know what you think!!!

Thank you in advance!!

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I am sure if you just look put together you will be fine. Clean face/hair/clothes/smell good. The health field isnt really known for being in suit attire.:D

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Specializes in NICU.

I would still wear something nicer. Not a suit necessarily, but maybe slacks instead of jeans. You're still a professional entering a professional environment, even though you've already been hired (congrats, btw!). If nothing else, you'll make a good impression.

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Specializes in Pediatric Critical Care, Cardiac, EMS.

I've never shown up to my HR appointment or work physical in less than business attire. If I am not in scrubs and the dress is not specified "business casual" - then I assume business dress.

But I'm old school.

I managed retail businesses and restaurants before getting into healthcare. I still believe the same ethic applies.

Your mileage may vary. I've seen people show up to interviews in scrubs, chewing gum, et cetera.

I just know what I'd wear.

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Specializes in home health, dialysis, others.

Although I wouldn't wear jeans, if you are going to your physical first, dress comfortably. Of course if you are living in the snow belt, dress appropriately for the weather!

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Workplace casual will do nicely.

Switch the jeans for some non-denim pants, nice top and some casual shoes (not flip-flops or sneakers) and you will not be overdressed, but not look out of place in a working environment.

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At my nursing school, when we go to orientation for hospital clinicals, we are required to wear dress clothes with a lab coat. I would go with that, minus the lab coat of course! :)

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I would not wear jeans to the work place. A nice top and even casual pants are ok, but jeans give a "play", non-serious impression. JMO

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Specializes in Peri-Op.

When I interview people I don't care what they wear as long as they don't look like a homeless person or a Hooker. Highpaid escort is OK. I'm in TX and jeans seem more acceptable here than anywhere and I wear them to interview inwith a dress shirt. I've never not been offered the job.

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Thank you all for the replies!! Sorry it has been so long since i posted; Lost internet connection for a few days. Thanks again :) :)

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It can be rough without that internet!

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Specializes in Gerontology, nursing education.

Now, what would Stacy and Clinton say? :)

I think you'd be fine in nice jeans and a top just for the physical and paperwork in HR. But, if your workplace is a bit more formal and conservative, you might be better off in slacks and a nice top.

Congratulations on getting the job! (Sorry, I just could not resist the reference to What Not to Wear. Stacy and Clinton would have a field day with my wardrobe!!!)

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