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Nursing School Essentials
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items Just got accepted into nursing school, so I wanted to share some things I have bought so far. As I progress in school I will keep updating this list. I also work in a hospital so I ask the nurses around me for some advice. I'm also adding some things...
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Lecture Must Haves
Writing Supplies
Clinical Supplies
Clinical accessories
Lecture Must Haves
Very spacious pencil pouch to hold all the writing supplies you use during class and lectures. You can always keep everything in one bag.
HVOMO Large Capacity Pencil Case - Pink
If you have the budget this is the best investment to make. Doesn't matter what kind of Ipad you get, as long as it works thats all that matters. It really does help with taking notes during lecture and downloading apps like Notability or Good Notes....
Apple iPad 10th Gen, A14, 64GB, Wi-Fi 6
Pairing your ipad with the pencil is a must. How else are you supposed to write your best selling notes? If you are going to buy an apple pencil, make sure it is compatible with the Ipad you are purchasing.
Apple Pencil (2nd Gen) - Precision & Low Latency
If the apple pencil is out of budget, this is a great alternative that also gets the job done. I would just suggest to make sure it is compatible with the Ipad you are purchasing.
Stylus Pen for iPad 6th-11th Gen - White
Writing Supplies
Most students recommended this, especially for clinicals. They said it fits into their scrub bottom pockets perfectly. It is also essential for keeping your papers organized and have a hard surface to write on. I heard it can be hard to find a space ...
Foldable Nursing Clipboard with Cheat Sheets
This clipboard doesn't fold, it is a bit thicker to hold some papers inside. This clipboard allows your papers to be neat if you don't like when they are folded. It would be a difficult to carry around in clinicals considering it can't fit in your po...
Tribe RN Nursing Clipboard Set - 6 Color Sheets
I love using whiteboards when I am studying. It helps so much while I do active recall and making sure I memorize certain lessons. I also draw out concepts and connect them to what I need, to give me a better understanding. It helps too I can always ...
TSJ OFFICE 16x12 Double Sided Magnetic Whiteboard
I've seen some people rave about this on Tik Tok. I have heard different reviews saying it helps when taking paper notes. It prints images clearly, best used when studying about different concepts.
Memoking T02 Mini Portable Sticker Printer
Clinical Supplies
Protect your stethescope, whether it's expensive or cheap. Always keep your tools safe and in a sturdy case. These come in different colors but it is JUST the case.
BOVKE Case for 3M Littmann Classic III
If you have the budget, I would invest in a Littmann Stethoscope. It is the best quality and many nurses in the field use these stethoscopes. I believe investing in one will really help you throughout this nursing school journey. You also won't have ...
3M
I love how spacious this bag is. I ordered one in green and it is big enough to hold everything I needed. I think it is the best size to hold. It also has two pockets and a pocket for an ipad or laptop. It's super cute too with the puffy cloud design...
BAGSMART Lightweight Puffy Tote Bag
This case has other additional supplies in it. I think it is a good case to get since it has all your starter items. I think throughout your time you might have to switch depending on what your school requires or already has on hand for you.
MEUUT 11 pcs Stethoscope Case Kits & Accessories
Depending on what you are working on during your clinicals, you can always add more to your badge. It helps as a small reminder as you are working around.
28 Nursing Badge Reference Cards Bundle
These aren't typically used in the real hospital world since there digital machines being used. However, during your lessons in school these are used a lot. It is always good to have your own on hand.
PARAMED Manual Blood Pressure Cuff Kit
You are going to be on your feet for long hours during clinicals. We need to keep the blood circulating properly so it is important to get yourself some good compression socks. It doesn't have to be these but, as long as you have some on hand.
Bluemaple 6 Pack Copper Compression Socks
Clinical accessories
Customizing and adding small details of yourself should be added into your work. It helps shine your personality out when you are constantly wearing uniforms. And who doesn't love cute cats hanging on your stethoscope.
Plifal Cat Stethoscope Charm Tag - 6 Pieces
Cute addition to add your name on your stethoscope. Incase you want to keep your look more professional but cute. It also helps distinguish which is yours incase you get it mixed up with others.
Personalized Stethoscope Name Tag for Nurse
These are so cute, you just can 't pass these up. They also come in different designs. Perfect if you work in the peds unit, helps interact with the kids.
Prestige Medical 3D Dinosaur Stethoscope
Having a personalized badge is so cute to have. There are other designs on etsy if you are interested. This is just a cute example.
Plifal Nurse Pen Set Badge Reel Accessories