1.
Clean
You must be clean. Soap, water and shampoo go a very long
way to making you look professional and trustworthy, even if you’re not feeling
it yourself. Your hair, nails and teeth should be clean, as should your shoes
and scrubs. Worn-out scrubs and shoes with grass stains—or worse—on them need
not apply. If you wear a lab coat or anything white, be sure it’s some shade
close to the original color. Likewise, if you wear colored scrubs, try not to
abuse them so badly that they’re obviously faded.
2.
Fit
Your scrubs must fit. There’s nothing worse than whale tails
or tighty whities showing above scrub waistbands, except the look of scrubs
that are a size (or two) too small. Not every brand will work with every body,
so try on a whole bunch if you’re unsure of fit, then buy in multiples what
looks best. Ladies, make sure the tops aren’t too tight. Gentlemen, be sure the
drawstrings are tied firmly.
3.
Hair
In addition to being clean, your hair should be out of your
face, and preferably styled in some way that it won’t dip itself into a puddle
of poo in the middle of the shift. Long hair on male nurses doesn’t bother,
provided it’s neat. Braids and multi-banded ponytails work well for men as well
as women. Please don’t have mid-back-length hair that flies around completely
unrestrained. It’s unhygienic and a little scary.
4.
More Hair
If you have a beard, keep it trimmed. You should not be able
to floss your teeth with your mustache. Wear a T-shirt if the sight of your
chest hair makes small children scream and weak people pass out.
5.
Piercings and Tattoos
Tattoos and piercings don’t offend me, but other people may
find them offensive. Get flesh-colored or transparent keepers, and try to keep
the largest and most brightly colored bodywork covered. Body art won’t
necessarily keep you from getting a job
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