What to wear to orientation?

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Members are discussing what to wear to a professional orientation, with some advocating for business casual attire and others suggesting scrubs. There is a mix of opinions on whether scrubs or business attire is more appropriate, with some emphasizing the importance of following facility guidelines and presenting a professional image. Additionally, there is a side conversation about the definition of business casual and the importance of dressing appropriately.

I know this topic has been covered here, but I'm mostly just fretting. For my general orientation, the new employee booklet stated that professional attire is expected. Scrubs/uniforms are acceptable for those that will be wearing them in their role. What do you wear to your orientation? I instinctively went for my scrubs, but I also don't want to stick out like a sore thumb when it'd be in better taste to dress professionally. I know, I'm just fretting. But other opinions would give me piece of mind. Thanks!

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I am always amazed at the sheer number of nursing professionals who have NO idea what in the world business casual means!! On our last day of a clinical when I was a student, our instructor told us we could take a break from the hideous all white scrubs since we wouldn't be on the floor at all, but to come in business casual. I was, no lie, the ONLY one not in jeans and half wore a hoodie!!! My instructor "called me out" in a good way, as an example of what BC meant. It was a little embarrasing even though it was being pointed out in a positive way!

Too bad no one uses the good friend Google in a good way on their phone to know what BC is...but then again....

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Specializes in L&D, RNC-OB, now Circulating in the Main OR.

^^ let them not use Google. It thins the herd for those who dress appropriately. I'm all about natural selection. (Not feeling especially nurturing and supportive this morning) -_-

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Emergency, Trauma.
^^ let them not use Google. It thins the herd for those who dress appropriately. I'm all about natural selection. (Not feeling especially nurturing and supportive this morning) -_-

They might not anyway...hence my but then again comment. :whistling:

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Specializes in L&D, RNC-OB, now Circulating in the Main OR.
They might not anyway...hence my but then again comment. :whistling:

Didn't see the last part of your post. My grumpiness must have affected my ability to read properly. ;)

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