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Healthcare Worker Essentials
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items Like any job, healthcare has its own niche on things you may need during work. These are things I have found work well for me over the past 15 years.
These are literally the ONLY scrubs I own anymore. I have been in healthcare for 15 years and these are hands down my favorite. So many colors to choose from, good length.
Mid-Rise On-Call Scrub Jogger
These have a nice flattering silhouette - comes in numerous colors. Water repellant technology, some stretch.
Vital 1-Pocket Scrub Top
I wear this jacket to work every day. Why are hospitals and clinics soooo cold.
Cold Weather Full-Zip Jacket
It is so important to stay hydrated! Having a cute water bottle helps motivate me to get my 100 ounces in! Fits in my cupholder too
Owala FreeSip Sway 30oz Insulated Bottle
These pens write so smoothly it is ridiculous. They have a soft grip/coating and a little fidget ball that I mess with all the time.
6 Pcs 0.5mm Quick Dry Black Gel Pens
Having a pair of supportive shoes is a game changer. If you work in healthcare you are most likely on your feet A LOT. Take care of your feet!! Older you will thank present you.
HOKA Women's Clifton 10 Running Shoes
If your shoes aren't as supportive as you would like these inserts work wonders. There are days I want to wear my Nike court legacy shoes and put these in them for better support.
PowerStep Pinnacle Insoles, Plantar Fasciitis Relief, Arch Support, M 10-10.5 W 12-12.5
Working in healthcare can be emotionally and mentally taxing and we can't always talk about our day to friends or family. I have found writing my thoughts and feelings about my day down (without any patient identifiers) helps me process.
CAGIE Lined Journal Notebook A5 Green
If you know you know.
Sharpie Mini Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Black, 5-Pack with Golf Keychain Clips
We all have to wear badges so have some fun in how you display it!
Funny Turtle Nurse Badge Reel with Clip
When I first started out as an ARNP in the Urgent Care this book was my holy grail! I don't use it as much anymore but I still pull it out from time to time.
EMRA Antibiotic Guide, 21st Edition
Ortho was never my strong suit and this book has been a life saver!
EMRA Ortho Guide, 2nd Edition
Some days there is no time to sit down and eat. These help me reach my protein goal for the day and also some added caffeine. Win. Win.
Jocko Fuel Mölk 30g Grass Fed Protein Sweet Cream Coffee
While I definitely do not take the time for a full face of makeup before work - I have found some mascara goes a long way toward making you look more put together. The tubing aspect of this mascara lengthens my lashes and doesn't smudge.
tartelette™ tubing mascara
A good lip balm is essential - I feel like the air is always dry in hospitals and clinics. This one stays on well, isn't sticky, and comes in a variety of colors.
Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment