Though many people feel the need to pursue nursing, men face many challenges when choosing to do so, but over come them. In the article, "Male Nurses Defy Stereotypes" by Laura Jerpi, Laura speaks on diversity in the workplace. Speaking on; Why men choose nursing careers, benefits of having male nurses on staff, and common stereotypes on male nurses.
Jerpi states, "Registered Nurse, Robert Fraser likes knowing that his work has a direct connection to his patients’ health." Men like a sense of accomplishment, which is easily accomplished while in the medical field. Also nursing is a decent paying job.
Stated by Jerpi, "Historically, especially in the medical-surgical areas where I have spent my career, men were used for ‘heavy lifting’ because they may have been physically stronger than the women on staff." Thus having the physical strength on top of the knowledge taught to all nurses, men somewhat have the advantage. While most people would prefer a woman nurse, men can do the job as good if not better.
Further in the article Jerpi states, "He says that men, such as himself, have had to fight a number of unwarranted stereotypes." Why do people believe they have a right to judge someone for their choice in career? I do not believe anyone should be judged for their choices unless it breaks the law.
With my aunt being a nurse I have asked before if they tease any of the males. Her response being very negative towards any teasing or stereotypical thought set me straight in my thinking.
In conclusion, males are a extremely useful piece in the nursing staff. With superior strength along with the same knowledge as the rest, they actually have the upper hand as to what stereotype says.
Monday, January 27, 2014
current connection 3.1
Rare to be seen in nursing, men tend to choose more "manly" professions. In the recent article, "Men in Nursing" by Tri Pham, Tri discusses the rarity of men in the nursing field and their value. Though nursing is a respectable career, men often shy away from nursing cuza; higher expectations, being outnumbered, and being ridiculed due to their profession.
Tri states, "being a male student comes with the additional challenge of facing society’s expectations." Society often pressures men to work more manual labor or prestigious careers such as; a mechanic, a lawyer, or even a doctor. Yet not all men wish to pursue careers pushed upon them by society.
In the article Tri says, "professors may neglect to tailor their curriculum to address concerns unique to male nurses." Nursing schools seem to lean more towards female students just as society does. Therefore not only society, but even the schools are against males.
Further in the article Tri states, "One of the primary reasons more men do not pursue a career in nursing is because of the assumption that becoming a male nurse will trigger ridicule from others." Nursing is not a very common job for men and it is not viewed as "cool" or "popular". Thus leaving nursing as the most desired career for males.
Even with all these negative points about males being nurses, my friend Patrick is a very successful male nurse and doesn't receive any ridicule or trouble out of his profession. Therefore the majority, yet not all, cases of being a male nurse end badly.
In conclusion, although male nurses are ridiculed, mistreated, and sometimes underprepared, I believe they are on the up rise in the career market.
Tri states, "being a male student comes with the additional challenge of facing society’s expectations." Society often pressures men to work more manual labor or prestigious careers such as; a mechanic, a lawyer, or even a doctor. Yet not all men wish to pursue careers pushed upon them by society.
In the article Tri says, "professors may neglect to tailor their curriculum to address concerns unique to male nurses." Nursing schools seem to lean more towards female students just as society does. Therefore not only society, but even the schools are against males.
Further in the article Tri states, "One of the primary reasons more men do not pursue a career in nursing is because of the assumption that becoming a male nurse will trigger ridicule from others." Nursing is not a very common job for men and it is not viewed as "cool" or "popular". Thus leaving nursing as the most desired career for males.
Even with all these negative points about males being nurses, my friend Patrick is a very successful male nurse and doesn't receive any ridicule or trouble out of his profession. Therefore the majority, yet not all, cases of being a male nurse end badly.
In conclusion, although male nurses are ridiculed, mistreated, and sometimes underprepared, I believe they are on the up rise in the career market.
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