Every agency is different.... Our local agencies (I'm from the midwest) don't allow visible tatto's or piercing other than the ears (traditional for women, one ear piercings for men). I think for us it is a combination of things... firstly, the protocols were written in the early 80's, secondly, we serve a very large retirement area, who are deeply religious (not saying that those with "ink" aren't religious, just stating that our retiree's wouldn't look kindly on it).
With that said... I'm with ruff on this one.. I don't care if you look like Frankenstein as long as you provide good quality patient care, while keeping good customer service.
Jo