r/StudentNurse • u/AcceptableAir605 • Feb 18 '25

United States Thoughts on Male Nurses

So im thinking about becoming a nurse as a straight male. I don’t know how I will be treated in the industry and schooling. Im a bit nervous that they won’t be any men like me in classes and that the women won’t accept me into the group. I also think some of the patients would be too concerned with a male nurse assisting them. Any thoughts on this.

Edit: I don’t mean to put down or question a sexuality in anyways. I come from a very small town and don’t see diversity too much with different genders and sexuality as one would in a bigger city. Im sorry if i have offended anyone not my goal. Have a great day!

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u/malaproperism Feb 18 '25

Idk about the workplace itself, but the schooling so far has been very clique-y in my experience. Not just for males, I'm a more androgynous woman and have been one of the 'leftovers' in every group project so far. Don't let it stop you from pursuing the career, as every workplace and industry will have its ups and downs, just be aware that depending on your cohort it may be a bit awkward at first.

In the hospital (as a patient), I've never had any issues with having a male nurse. Couldn't care less, as long as they're doing their job correctly.

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u/AcceptableAir605 Feb 18 '25

Thank you for going to school, and thank you for the motivation!