Are nurses allowed to have tattoos?
375265
Things might have changed since I first became a nurse but no, tattoos were not permitted.  A nurse's appearance must always be professional...no odd piercings, no tattoos, no hair below the collar (long hair had to be worn up), no excessive makeup and no long nails.\n\nI imagine in this day and age, tattoos would be allowed if they are totally covered by your uniform.  However, I would make sure before you get one, if you are really considering it.
998656
Unfortunately, no. But most tattoo artists trained as artists before doing tattoos. See if you can get a scholarship to art school or take classes at a community college. Or, just practive drawing a lot. Then, get a peon job at a tat shop or even volunteer to help around in return for advice and experience. If you get good and they like you, they might start letting you work on people. Practice on your friends if you can convince them to let you.
204624
i DONT KNOW WHERE YOU ARE LOCATED, BUT HERE THERE ARE MANY REPUTABLE SHOPS THAT CAN DO YOUR WORK. I SUGGEST ETERNAL TATTOOS     THEY HAVE STATIONS AROUND THE COUNTRY. A LITTLE EXPENSIVE, BUT A TATTOO IS NOT SOMETHING TO GO CHEAP ON, AS IM SURE YOU KNOW
134527
I think a tattoo anywhere where it can be seen all the time is tacky. you never know when you will be in a situation where you wouldn't want someone to see it (a classy job interview for example). \ndon't get me wrong, I like tattoos, but not when they can be seen by everyone all the time.
1185879
Most nurses are not "evil demon's." Being a newly graduated nurse myself I see many ornery nurses. Many just get disgruntled with the work place and in particular the people they work for. And in many cases it is just an aggravating patient that causes the nurse to become ill acting!. I still have the good heart, the smile, the "I'm gonna do my patient good" attitude. you must have just gotten a doozy!
806452
Who are you people to judge this woman's parental skills?  I got a tattoo when I was 16 in memory of a family member that passed away and I turned out just fine.  As far as the age thing I'm not sure since a friend of my family has done every one of mine but I would assume he could get one with your consent.  I also cannot stress this enough; what ever you do make sure that you go to a reputable shop! It’s better to pay a little more to have it done right than have a botched tat for the rest of your life.
258251
In most states, you would be considered an "at will" employee.  This means that your employer could terminate you at anytime for almost any reason.  Although there are state and federal laws that protect persons from being fired for specific illegal reasons (i.e. race, religion, etc.), I have never heard of a law that protects someone with tattoos.\n\nOf course, law vary by state and it is possibly that a law in you state will protect.  Howver, the chances are remote.    You have receive a number answers that you questionable or just plain wrong.  I would see an employment law attorney in your area for more information.
653091
I think its ok, but its pretty much the same thing that I see everybody getting. I work in a tattoo shop, and each week we get so many people getting butterflys with curly stuff comming out the sides, or tribal comming out the sides.Have an artist draw you up something custom. Show him this design on the internet, but get a design that is all your own. Think of how many people in the world have this tattoo on them. Tattoo johnny is really popular.
786027
You have to be 18 to get a tattoo in GA. I believe a minor can get a piercing with parental consent.
956794
I'm in nursing and I've heard nurses say things they definately shouldn't say, and then I've seen some be very descreet. I live in a small town so I make it my business to be in nobody's business, but if at any time you feel your confidentiality has been violated you can phone the hospital administrator or talk to a lawyer.
55869
My husband is a tattooist in New York State.....the legal age (in a tatoo parlor) is 18.....NO EXCEPTIONS....If a tatooist works from his/her own home they are free to make the choice but most will say 17 with parental consent only.Piercings are usually 16 with parental consent.If you decide on a tattoo parlor PLEASE make sure that it is one with a good reputation......=)
756625
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1082556
If they have special meaning to you, you are legally old enough and you know how to look after them and have a good artist, then yes, totally go for it!  \n\nI think tattoo's are brilliant, they can form lasting memories of things, they look beautiful and even a simple design can have a complex private meaning to someone.
1042260
Well, it may be illegal...but in reality...do you really want to be "tagged" as a red-neck your whole life?\n\nRegardless of how accepting YOU are, not everyone else will show you the same courtesy, especially in the corporate setting.\n\nThe bottom line is, what is the job worth to you, will THEY pay to have it removed and what kind of jobs will you be moving toward in the future?\n\nGetting a tattoo is a personal choice...however many companies will not allow excessive body piercings, tattoos, etc because they do not want to offend the public. If you have a high profile position then I can understand their concern. I would encourage you not to take it personally...look through the company handbook, it may be one of their requirements.\n\nConsider your options, good luck.
899026
This is interesting because I saw recently that there is a trend for female breast cancer survivors to opt for extravagant tattooing of their chest versus having breast reconstruction surgery.  I don't believe it is illegal for them to be topless in public as I did see their tattoos on a nationally televised show.  I believe it is actually nipple exposure for women that is illegal.
449458
I like tattoos if they are tastefully done and small.  There is such a thing as too big and too many.
430087
Nope....\ngotta get them burned out with a laser.\n\nHere in America there are doctors that volunteer thier services and remove tattoos from former gang members who want to remove gang tattoos.\nits done with a laser....\n\n\nlotta people getting tattoos these days.....\n\nthe tattoo removal business is booming\n\nbut it is done with a laser..\n\n\nnot creams or herbs