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As a male nurse in an ICU/CCU here in Southern California, I was just wondering what your thoughts are regarding male nurses in your respective units?
I like having male nurses around.
I just want to get the job done and have everyone who works together...work together.
The male nurses I work with regularly just seem to have more fun at work. I like that. I agree with posters who say they are more laid back, less catty.
That said, sometimes older confused people just respond better to male voices, and the added benefit of men for security in an ED can't be overlooked.
I love working with male nurses because the mood is so different when they are working. No gossiping and plenty of laughter. I am a new nurse and felt like I got the most support from the males. I overheard many female nurses talking about the other new nurses. Of course, they would say "but we never talk about you. We love you." Yeah, right. The guys just walk away when the women get catty.
IMO there aren't enough men in nursing. I hope the current trend of more men entering the profession continues because the men I work with demand better working conditions and refuse to take some of the abuse many female nurses put up with. Too many women together isn't conducive (sp?) to a peaceful working environment. Too many women thrive on gossip and cattiness. Just my personal opinion.
IMO there aren't enough men in nursing. I hope the current trend of more men entering the profession continues because the men I work with demand better working conditions and refuse to take some of the abuse many female nurses put up with. Too many women together isn't conducive (sp?) to a peaceful working environment. Too many women thrive on gossip and cattiness. Just my personal opinion.
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Chaya, ASN, RN
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Also a non-issue to me work-wise but there is a more balanced energy with both sexes working together.