After seven years as a pediatric RN in Chicago, I’ve learned the secret to surviving 12-hour shifts: preparation, comfort, and a little self-care. These are my tried-and-true products that keep me energized, organized, and feeling like me, even on ba...
The best under scrubs and so affordable! A way to make your scrubs a little cuter!
No Boundaries Ribbed Crewneck Tee with Long Sleeves, 1 or 2-Pack, Women's & Women's Plus - Walmart.com
A good water bottle is absolutely necessary to keep hydrated throughout the day when we can!
FreeSip® Water Bottle
I always have one of these in my bag just in case I am feeling dehydrated!
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Mango 16ct
A big bag is needed to fit all of our things
BAGSMART Lightweight Puffy Tote Bag for Women
I always keep a ton of spare hair ties in my bag at all times
Goody Stretch Medium to Thick Seamless Hair Bands - 8ct
I always keep a mini brush in my bag, just in case!
Matte Black The Original Mini Detangler Hair Brush - Wet Brush | Ulta Beauty
I love that this is a deodorant + antiperspirant combo so it keeps me smelling good and feeling fresh my entire shift!
Duradry Clinical Antiperspirant - Barca
Hospital soap is so drying on the skin so I always keep a nice hand cream in my bag to apply to my hands throughout the day to try and keep them as hydrated as possible
Santal & Vetiver Nourishing Hand Cream with Niacinamide + Seaweed Extract - Salt & Stone | Sephora
I keep this on my nightstand during the winter months and apply it before bed to my dry hands - washing my hands so much makes them painfully dry.
O'Keeffe's Working Hands Hand Cream Unscented - 3oz
I always need some sort of nourishing lip product in my bag
Lip Butter Balm - Summer Fridays | Sephora
I absolutely love cute hair clips to help keep my hair out of my face!
Canitor Acrylic Marbled Hair Claw Clips
These are so comfortable and great for long days on our feet. I have only ever worn Hokas my entire nursing career, I swear by them!
Women's Clifton 10
If you have more freedom for what you can wear to work, this vest is super cute and fun. I always get so many compliments when I wear it!
SeeLuNa Womens Checkered Sherpa Vest Fleece
I swear by these! They keep my legs from aching after standing all day and come in cute colors that make scrubs feel less boring.
6 Pack Copper Compression Socks for Men & Women
Such a small touch, but having a cute badge reel brings some personality into your day. If you have pets, I highly recommend doing a personalized picture of them!
Personalized Pet Photo Badge Reel: Custom Dog or Cat Face
