Whether you’re a new nurse or a seasoned pro, having the right essentials makes all the difference. This list breaks it down into must-haves you’ll use daily, like-to-haves that make long shifts smoother, and fun-to-haves that add a little joy to the...
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Must haves
Love these bottles. They stay cool and they have so many cute options
FreeSip® Water Bottle
A clipboard with storage is such a nice thing to have! At this point it’s a part of my uniform!! SHEIN has such inexpensive ones!!
Nursing Clipboard With Storage - Medical Clipboard Nursing ... - Shein
A littmann is the most basic stethoscope but mine has never failed me. I love it
Littmann
These are some really nice compression socks! Important to prevent varicose veins!
COMRAD | Everyday Compression Socks with Benefits For Men & Women
Pen lights are a must have!! You use them more in certain specialities. They’re also great for nightshifters when you need a quick light in the dark. They’re also great also help with pupil dilation checking!!
Pen Light
C4 classic lemonade is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE energy drink I have ever had. This is a must have for me!!!
C4 Performance Energy® Lemonade - Official Energy Drink of the Summer
I’m a huge lover of new balance!!! I probably have 10 different pairs of the nergize ones!!! 💕💕
Men's Shoes & Sneakers – Athletic & Casual
MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE SCRUBS. So good!!
Ava Therese Scrubs - Modern Medical Apparel
Like to haves
Let’s be honest, nurses are big energy drink consumers but it can be so hard to be able to drink them when cold- this helps to keep drinks cool!!
Frost Buddy
Hokas are really nice for nursing!! 💕
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I love love having cute sticky notes. I use so many sticky notes in a shift. Great for leaving notes for coworkers!! Or when taking phone calls!
Color | Post-it® Brand
Fun to haves
I love having a cute badge reel! Etsy has SO many to choose from!
Nurse Badge Reel
You can turn your pet into a badge reel!!
Animal Badge Reel
These badge buddies are fun to have!! As long as your work place allows it!!
Badge Buddy
Nursing school
Nursing students, simple nursing is what made me pass nursing school. I definitely recommend
Affordable NCLEX and Nursing School Prep Membership Plans
This was a great addition for studying for a lot of people in my cohort!
Nursing Notes
Mark K is a legend when it comes to studying for the nclex! I wish I would have listened to his lectures in my first semester of nursing school
Klimek Reviews | Mark Klimek NCLEX Review Home Page
