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Nurse Must Haves!
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items Some of my favorite products I swear by. Whether you work on the floor or in an acute setting these nursing recommendations are a must have!
Easily my favorite shoe I have tried while working in nursing. I swear by these. I'm on my feet the majority of my shift and with these shoes my feet never hurt!
Glycerin GTS 21 Women's Running Shoe | Brooks Running
My close second for shoes is the Hoka Bondi collection. I wore them for years and they are so supportive on your feet. Many of my coworkers still swear by them.
Women's Bondi 8
Compression socks are a MUST in nursing. They improve circulation, decrease swelling, and help prevent varicose veins.
Marathon, Minnesota Lakes
Another great option for compression socks plus they make a wide calf option for those who may need it!
Wellow Compression Socks
If you have long hair you need to have something to tie it back with. You never know what kind of nasty situation you may have to clean up.
Kitsch Matte Scrunchies
If hair ties aren't your thing a jumbo claw clip is another easy and stylish option to keep your hair back while you work.
Kitsch Open Shape Claw Jumbo Hair Clip - Black
For those who work in a surgical area who hate the plain colored caps they give you to wear these are a fun and comfortable alternative. The allow you to show off a bit of your personality while still keeping your hair hidden.
Groovy Garden Tie-Back Pony Tail Print Cap
If you are someone who wants a good quality stethoscope but doesn't want to spend a ton of money MDF is perfect for you. I used mine all throughout my schooling and still find myself reaching for it.
MD One® Adult Stethoscope - White/Rose Gold
If you are someone who is willing to spend a bit more money for a high quality stethoscope you really can't go wrong with a Littmann.
3M™ Littmann® Classic III™ Stethoscope
A pen light to be able to perform all of your neuro checks with ease. This one also has a guide for pupil dilation.
LUMiNiX® II Penlight
A sturdy pair of nursing scissors is always good to have on hand.
5.5 Inch Premium Fluoride Scissors
A nice bag to keep everything you need for the day organized. With two spaces to hold a water bottle, a dedicated laptop compartment, and multiple pockets you can fit all you will need in this bag.
ReadyGo Clinical Backpack
For those who want a Stanley minus the price this tumbler is for you. It's leakproof and keeps liquids cold all day long to keep you hydrated during your shift.
Simple Modern 40 oz Tumbler with Handle and Straw Lid
An extra phone charger is always a good idea to have on hand. The last thing you want is to finally get off your shift and have your phone battery at 10%.
Amazon Basics USB-A to Lightning Charger Cable, 3 Foot
An extra phone charger is always a good idea to have on hand. The last thing you want is to finally get off your shift and have your phone battery at 10%.
Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-A 2.0 Fast Charger Cable
Med Couture has some of the most comfortable scrubs I've worn.
6-Pocket High Waist Jersey Band Cargo Jogger
Med Couture has some of the most comfortable scrubs I've worn.
1-Pocket Squared V-Neck Shirt tail Hem Top
These are my absolute favorite pens! Just keep an eye out for pen thieves.
Pilot, G2 Premium Gel Roller Pens, Bold Point 1 mm