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What's in my work bag; how I survive 8-16 hour shifts!!!
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items I thought this would be fun since I work in kind of a different environment; a mental hospital. I don't have a dress code, so sometimes I do wear sweatpants. I bring a full backpack with me, and sometimes another bag (I need to upgrade!!). At my job,...
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Work Bags
Organization Misc.
Supplies
Snacks!!!
Misc.
Work Bags
I currently use a North Face backpack from high school, but I sometimes mix it up and bring an additional bag. Here's some things I've been recommended and considering for my upgrade!
You don't have to actively transport a laptop to carry a laptop bag.
RAINSMORE 15.6" Laptop Tote Bag for Women
Tote bag for work
Rabjen Nurse Tote Bag with Laptop Sleeve
Everyday tote bag
ZHMO Large Canvas Tote Bag with Pockets
Another option for bags!
Walker 34L Laptop Duffle with Shoe Compartment
I'm still debating whether or not I want a backpack like I've always used, or a bag like I've previously posted.
Bonchemin 15.6 inch Laptop Backpacks
Something about this tactical backpack turns me on
35L Backpack Black Neon Pink
The wrangler backpack is a cute option and surprisingly good storage
Wrangler Women's Southwestern Print Canvas Backpack
Another option that is large, offers lots of space and storage capacity, and has outside pockets
Olive Brixley Tote Bag
Organization Misc.
This one is optional, but I like to stay organized. This is also so I can bring as much crap as possible.
I have a black one that stores my snacks, and the brown one that stores my meds
Hillban Puffy Quilted Makeup Bag - White
Another cute option for storage bags; could use the third one for flavor packets, pens, pencils, etc.
LYDZTION Large Capacity Makeup Bag & Pencil Case
If you're into the labelled look….
Cunno 4 Pcs Preppy Makeup Bag Set
These are LARGE capacity makeup bags for sure; you could buy multiple colors of these as well for your work essentials
BIVIZKU Large Brown Checkered Makeup Bag
Another cute set that also comes in other colors!
Huhumy 3 Pcs Corduroy Makeup Bag Set
Keeping one of these in your bag, loaded with all of your scheduled meds, allows more room for your PRNs, prescribed and OTC
Zoksi Weekly Pill Organizer 3 Times a Day, Travel Pill Box Case 7 Day, Large Medication Container for Daily Vitamin and Medicine, with Portable Compartments
I have the black version!! I love that I can store them all together, or take days at a time. I can take two days worth and leave the rest at home!!
AUVON Pill Organizer AM PM , 7 Day Pill Planner, Weekly Pill Box 2 Times a Day with 7 Portable Daily Pill Case
Supplies
I do paper charting at work, and I make it worth it. I love charting. I love my own handwriting. Here's some of the writing utensils and more I carry to work. We also do activities and crafts with the patients, so some things may look weird in here!
I can sit and do fill in puzzles for hours
Penny Dell Favorite Fill-In Puzzle 3-Pack by Penny Press and Dell Magazines
I need a calendar to put my work schedule in .. and everything else, so I can pick up shifts from my phone and also at work!
Mmeneyy Academic Planner Monthly And Weekly Calendar Planner A5 Teacher Planner With Tabs Ideal For Office School Supplies Daily Planner Undated - To Do List Notebook Hourly Schedules
I love having these pens for the of chance I like it that day. I personally do not prefer this pen all of the time .. just sometimes
Sharpie S-Gel, Gel Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Green Barrel, Black Ink, 4 Count
These pens are pretty decent
U Brands U-Eco Gel Pen, Black Ink, Pastel Speckle, 4 Count
“state bic pens” the pen you can always find in a store
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 1.0 mm, Black Ink, Pack of 60
You will find me with a sharpie because our patients use styrofoam cups like they're going out of season, and leave their snacks around. There's always something to be labelled.
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Black, 5 Count
I always have my favorite mechanical pencil just in case a patient needs help with something writing wise that's not with pen. You'd be surprised how often I need a pencil in a facility where we only chart with pens and use pencils on like two things...
Paper Mate Clear Point Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, #2, Fashion Barrels, 2 Count
Snacks!!!
You need snacks, healthy and junk, because sometimes you don't have time to eat a full meal. You may even anticipate sometimes being in between paychecks and hungry. Here's some things I keep in my snack pouch!
I love every single kind of bar from this brand. They're all great.
Barebells Protein Bars with 20g High Protein, 1.9oz Bars, Cookies & Cream - 4 Count
I love this flavor!!!
Barebells Soft Protein Bars with 16g High Protein, 1.9oz Bars, Caramel Choco - 12 Count
Another great flavor for ya
Barebells Protein Bars with 20g High Protein, 1.9oz Bars, Chocolate Dough - 12 Count
I can't rave about these bars enough
Barebells Protein Bars with 20g High Protein, 1.9oz Bars, Cookies & Caramel - 12 Count
I really like these bars a lot; the macros aren't the best, but they're better than candy bars
Fit Crunch Snack Sized Protein Bars 46g (9 Count)
This is one of the best bars ever. It tastes like the best uncrustable
Fit Crunch Protein Bar, Peanut Butter & Jelly, 30g Protein, 12 Ct
I'm not the biggest fan of Quest bars, but I love this flavor so much
Quest Protein Bar, White Chocolate Raspberry, 20g Protein, Gluten Free, 4 Ct
This one is pretty good, too
Quest Nutrition Cookies & Cream Protein Bar, High Protein, Low Carb, Gluten Free, Keto Friendly, 4Count
Perfect for keeping in your bag for days when you just need to snag an apple, celery, etc. or maybe you have them at work!
Jif To Go Creamy Peanut Butter, 8- 1.5 oz Cups, Snack Size Packs
The protein is there
Slim Jim Snack Sized Original Smoked Snack Stick, Easy, On-the-Go School, Work and Travel Snacks, 0.28 OZ Meat Snacks, 26 Count
Unless I'm out, you'll find 2-3 Primes in my bag, flavors vary of course
Prime Hydration Drink Ice Pop 16.9 fl oz, Single Plastic Bottle
The price isn't the best- I can't lie. This is an easy on the go snack though if you keep them in your fridge and eat them during the week. Plus it's protein even if a small amount. Still better than a candy bar
Smucker's Uncrustables Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwiches, 2 oz, 10 count (Frozen)
Misc.
Here's the rest of the things I keep in my bag from oral hygiene to bandaids and paper. Some entertainment in there, too!
Steripod toothbrush cover pack of two - I have these on my home toothbrush and my work toothbrush I keep in my bag.
Steripod Clip-on Toothbrush Protector, 2 Count, Multicolor, (Colors May Vary)
The mouthwash I use; the type varies depending on my mood and what's in stock
TheraBreath Fresh Breath Oral Rinse Mouthwash, Mild Mint, Alcohol-Free, Travel Size, 3 fl oz, 3 PACK *EN
The toothpaste that's in my workbag!
ARM & HAMMER Whitening Toothpaste Plus Therabreath Breath Fresheners, Invigorating Icy Mint Flavor, 5.5 oz
Travel packs of the gurunanda oil pulling oil - I use this as well
GuruNanda Coconut Oil Pulling with Essential Oils & Vitamins D, E & K2 -Travel Mouthwash for Oral Care - 28 Sachets
Travel sized oil pulling oil and tongue scraper
GuruNanda Oil Pulling Natural Mouthwash - Original Ayurvedic Blend for Healthy Teeth & Gums - 8.45 fl oz.
There is usually a shaker of sorts in my bag from a protein shake I brought
Xeejarui Glass&Bottle Black Sports Fitness Protein Shake Shaker Cup: A 600Ml Plastic Water Bottle Designed with A Handle Suitable for Fitness and Sports Use. (Black )
When I worked at the sheriffs department, I was buying gum nonstop and chewing it all day and night at work. I haven't even bought one pack of gum since I left at the end of June, but this is my favorite
Orbit Sweet Mint Sugar Free Bulk Chewing Gum - 14 ct (3 Pack)
I get a lot of tension headaches from both my glasses and my contacts, as well as just being up too long, so this helps!
Excedrin Tension Headache Relief Acetaminophen and Caffeine Caplets, 100 Count
Regular does the trick for me as well .. usually
Excedrin Migraine Caplets for Migraine Headache Relief - 100 Count