Tattoos In Nursing??

[grege]

Hi all I am very interested in starting nursing school, I have been researching the "tattoo in nursing policies" as I have several on my arms, I do not want to think....... that having a tattoo would garnish me any less respect, can someone with some experience give a little input here.
Thanks all
Greg

[cougarnurse]

Hi, greg, and welcome to the site.

I know some schools are a bit on the prudent side with the tattoos (such as cover 'em up); but from what I have seen, many residents/patients don't really mind them. All depends, though.

'Cat'

[grege]

Thanks appreciate the reply.

[cougarnurse]

No problem. Have you applied to any schools yet, or just in the 'thinking' stage?

'Cat'

[grege]

I am researching schools now, I am prob going to go to santa monica college.

[Ricu]

Originally Posted by grege

Hi all I am very interested in starting nursing school, I have been researching the "tattoo in nursing policies" as I have several on my arms, I do not want to think....... that having a tattoo would garnish me any less respect, can someone with some experience give a little input here.
Thanks all
Greg

Hey Greg,

Welcome and good luck in the application process. Regarding tattoos, I have none myself but a number of guys and some women I work with do have them. It's a guess but I believe that none of them have encountered any restrictions to displaying tattoos on their arms and hands because I see them all the time. As Cat said, I suppose it depends on the image and it's location.

R

[SoldierNurse]

I agree with others... depends on the exact tattoo & location.

So, describe these tats to us.

[grege]

there is 4 visible tattoos, onk (egyption cross) on top of right arm, tribal wrist band on left, a kinda demon like face on right elbow, and a tibetan mask kinda upper arm cant really see.

[Ricu]

Originally Posted by grege

there is 4 visible tattoos, onk (egyption cross) on top of right arm, tribal wrist band on left, a kinda demon like face on right elbow, and a tibetan mask kinda upper arm cant really see.

Hey Greg,

It sounds like you have an interesting mix going on there. The only one that makes me wince a little is the demon face. In general, what have the common reactions been to that particular tattoo? Positive? Negative? I realize that we're talking about your body and your preferences but consider how some patients may feel having to trust their health and safety to a guy with a demon face on his elbow. Just some thoughts, not judgement, pal.

R

[SoldierNurse]

Originally Posted by grege

there is 4 visible tattoos, onk (egyption cross) on top of right arm, tribal wrist band on left, a kinda demon like face on right elbow, and a tibetan mask kinda upper arm cant really see.

Well, except for the demon-like tattoo on your right elbow I don't see how they would be offensive to geriatric patients. Possibly you would be able to cover up the right elbow?