Today, over 13% of nurses are men, and the number of male nurses is growing. Men are finally beginning to realize that nursing is a respectable, worthwhile, and fulfilling profession for anyone!

Do male nurses get treated differently?

In the workplace and, perhaps most importantly both intra- and interprofessionally, nurses are judged on their skills, knowledge, and performance, without regard to gender. Today, male and female nurses are treated the same.

Is being a male nurse OK?

Few things are more fulfilling than helping people. However, becoming a nurse also means that you will likely have a very stable career, as the need for nurses is rising and showing no signs of slowing down. Also, Onward Healthcare notes male nurses typically make good money and consistently get raises.