I have noticed that attitudes towards tattoos in parts of our workplace are shifting. For some of the wards there is still hesitancy mainly because of the elderly clientele but the adult wards have definitely shifted!

Do you think visible tattoos should still be an issue in professional environments?

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As someone in the plastic surgery industry, we do not employ anyone with visible tattoos. With our clientele and concierge service visible tattoos and facial piercings are not permitted by our employer.

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It's interesting that certain industries just don't allow it.

Just out of curiosity...Would henna be allowed?

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@Nurse Practitioner 1, I wholeheartedly believe that some people have tattoos in places no one can ever see, except for them, naked, in front of a mirror. I'm confident that someone in your “circle” has a tattoo that you just do not know about. Some people get them for their own knowledge, and it is sacred just to them! I, personally, have numerous tattoos, including on my bicep and L. ventral forearm. With over 17 years of experience as a CCMA, I have witnessed the positive changes within our healthcare system regarding staff hair styles, tattoos, and much more. Throughout my career in aesthetic/reconstructive surgery, urgent care, and dermatology, most of my tattoos have been brought up in conversations with patients, alleviating their fear during treatments. Additionally, my tattoos have helped me connect with patients who have experienced infertility and the joy of rainbow babies. I consider myself privileged to have formed lasting friendships with these amazing individuals. Tattoos are not unprofessional (unless offensive) and nor are they a distraction. Such thinking resembles the notion that girls cannot wear tank tops in school because their shoulders/arms would be too distracting for the boys. I respect differing opinions, but I do hope that they do not hinder the opportunity to meet incredible people. Tattoos do not define a person; rather, they represent a significant moment in that individual's life.!

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Not in 2024. You definitely shouldn’t have to cover them up.

I think it should be fine but depending on the tattoo I guess, same as with dress code. If there's profanity maybe cover that part? It's a tough call

Depends on size and taste of tattoo. Nothing obnoxious.

I like tattoos, but I do not have any. When I see potentially offensive tattoos, I silently question that person's judgement, and I am not alone. Optimal business growth comes down to a matter of being attractive to the largest group of clients. I am agnostic, but if your wild ink wouldn't blend into a conservative group, then don't show it off at work. It is bad for business.

I think experience, relevant job skillset and overall job performance should define one’s character, not his tattoos. For me, my ink symbolizes milestones in my life, my Blackfoot Indian and Irish heritage and to also honor my 6 month old’s courageous life and battle with a rare congenital heart condition. Sadly, he lost his fight at only 6 months old. The flower and ribbon tattooed on my arm is to pay tribute to his life and battle and should not be misconstrued for anything but that. It has absolutely NO effect on the care I provide as a paramedic. Judge the person by their work ethic, not by their skin.

I think in general there is a shift to accepting who you are as a person. When I graduated nursing school tattoos, colored hair, facial hair, were all not allowable in my first jobs.

Now you may have a nurse or physician with tattoos. Your tech or nurse may have blue hair. Your doctor or nure may have a fantastic beard or mustache.

It doesn't change the care provided. The nurse would work the same with or without that tattoo. Embracing who they are and not forcing them to wear scrub caps, paint their skin with concealer, and trim away the beards that make them more confident in their appearance is best for everyone. A nurse/doctor/tech cannot fill someone else's cup from an empty one. The tasks of hiding tattoos, covering hair, constantly shaving what you'd rather leave spills from the providers cup and leaves less for us to offer patients. Hospitals finally accepting they are better off embracing us as we are is better for all involved.

I choose to cover my tattoos at work because I'd rather have less things for people to point out and make small talk about. I don't think tattoos are a taboo anymore, so they shouldn't be a problem in professional environments. A lot of people have them!

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