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what you NEED to survive nursing school
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items Nervous for nursing and don’t know what you’ll need? I’ve got you!!! From school supplies to clinical necessities- they’re all in here.
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my ride or dies
nursing tools
clinical bags
things for your clinical bag!
Bags for class
scrubs + accessories
my ride or dies
Another expensive item but I LOVE my iPad. If you don’t want to buy notebooks it’s perfect bc you can take notes on it! It can record lectures, you have Quizlet at your finger tips, and you can set reminders. Great for class and studying
iPad
Perfect for taking to class and to clinicals. They don’t spill, haven’t dented, and keep my water cold. I LOVE my two that I have. Easy to clean too!!!
Owala water bottle
I use these as pick-me-ups on test days!! I wake up early and make myself a cute coffee or chai latte to take to class. Then I have a fun drink before a big exam without having to spend $8 on one at a coffee shop
Glass cups + lid and straw
I LIVE by my planner. I put all my quiz and test days down and check them off as I go. Great way to stay on top of your work
Monthly Planner
Yes… I’m an energy drink addict. These are my current faves! They’re not too acidic and I find them refreshing. I love starting my day with one of these, especially if I have classes later
Sparkling Energy
A must have for studying is noise canceling headphones. I have these Sony ones in a light grey-ish shade. They’re stylish and I literally can’t hear anything when I have them on. They never hurt my ears and have some great features
Sony WH-1000XM4 Premium Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones
nursing tools
I KNOWWW they’re expensive… but I love my Litman. It’s good quality, durable, and has the best quality of sound when listening to heartbeat or lungs. I have the color in the very first picture and it’s super cutesy. If you had to spend money on one e...
Littmann
Comes in so many cute colors to choose from and works well!!! I don’t use the stethoscope that comes with it because I recommend the Litman one, BUT I love the blood pressure cuff in this kit and if you can’t get a Litman no worries, this kit has it...
Graham Health Blood Pressure Kit
These are great! Lots of colors to choose from, batteries, bright, and has pupil dilations on the side
Pen Light
I have one of these in hot pink. Keeps your stethoscope safe. Super durable! Could probably drop mine off a bridge and it would be fine
Stethoscope Case
clinical bags
I have this exact bag that I use for my 6am clinicals. I couldn’t recommend it enough. It holds EVERYTHING. Books, folders, stethoscope. It has a water bottle slot on the side and tons of pockets
Clinical Tote Bag
These are great for clinicals! They can hold a lot of stuff and they’re super stylish. A great way to add a pop of color when you have to follow your schools dress code. I have one in green and white!
Quilted Tote Bag
I cannot get enough of this Lululemon canvas tote bag. Would be perfect for class or clinical days. Can fit books, folders, water, etc!
Two-Tone Canvas Tote Bag 10L
Another great tote bag for clinical. It’s cute and more flexible in material than the Lululemon canvas bag. I love the hot pink shade- so baddie 😛
Daily Multi-Pocket Tote Bag 20L
things for your clinical bag!
PUT THIS IN YOUR CLINICAL BAG GIRL. For if you’re having a bad hair day or that hair tie accidentally snaps
Conair Mini Brush
Keep these in your clinical bag just in case! You never know when you or a friend needs it because you forgot yours or it broke
Hair Ties
A must have for hospital clinicals. You can use them to take notes during report and write down vitals before you’re able to document them
Pocket Notebooks
Just in case you forget in the morning or you’re having an extra sweaty day
Antiperspirants : Mini & Travel Size Products
Trust me, you WILL be hungry during clinicals and on long class days. These or any other granola bar make the perfect thing to snack on
Crunchy Granola Bars
For cute hairstyles on clinical days… duh!
Baby elastic hair ties
You’ll need a watch with a second hand for labs and clinicals!!! You don’t need anything fancy or expensive
Watch with Second Hand for Nurses | Order Now
Bags for class
Perfect for class. I have the very first one pictured and it can hold all your notebooks, folders, and pencil pouch. Super durable as well. I’ve had mine for YEARS
The North Face Backpack
While I personally don’t have one, my nursing bestie does and she loves hers! I think they’re super stylish and a solid option for class
Lululemon Backpack
scrubs + accessories
Love this top. Breathable, the white isn’t see through, and it’s not too long in length.
Women's Carthartt Scrub Top
I have these in petite because I’m 5’4 and they’re the perfect length. Super comfortable and have tons of pockets
Women's Cherokee Scrub Pants
My school requires snap buttons for the scrub jacket so I chose this one and have no regrets! Comfortable and keeps me warm but not too hot. I am 5’4 and the medium is a little big on me. It’s long in the arms and goes down past my butt. The arms are...
Women's Cherokee Scrub Jackets
This is the exact one I use for clinicals. I get compliments all the time on it!!!
Cow Badge Reel
Exactly what you’d expect and what you pay for. They get the job done and can match with anything
White Compression Socks
Quite literally the most comfortable shoes I own. Will be wearing for clinicals this semester.
Fresh Foam X 1080 Collection
These are my main clinical shoes in plain white and they feel amazing on my feet. I never complain about my feet hurting when I wear them.
Bondi Road Running Shoes: Walking & Everyday
To go under your scrubs. Skin tight, comfortable, and neutral. My school only allows white and black so I got the white to match my white scrub top
White Compression Shirt Long Sleeve Women
Great to wear under your scrub top or to just pair with your scrub pants if your hospital allows that! Super cute, comes in neutrals and fun colors. I love mine!
Women's Long Sleeve Shirts
To keep your hair out of your face. Great for people who get overstimulated by their hair getting in the way
Headbands
I love holiday badge reels, especially when you have a strict scrub dress code of one color. It’s a great way to add a little something fun to your outfit while still following the code!
Holiday Badge Reels
Class supplies
Perfect for class notes. Get different colors so you can associate them with each class
Notebooks | Five Star
Any laptop will do for nursing school but I love my MacBook. I find it easy to use and love customizing the background to make it cutie
MacBook Air 13-inch and MacBook Air 15-inch
A set of colorful pens is a must have to color code your notes and classes. I have the Papermate ones and love them.
Colored Pens
A standard necessity any student needs. I personally use these to highlight things in my books I find important or things I know I could be tested over
Highlighters
For long class or clinical days. I love having a cute lunch box, it helps brighten my day.
Lunch box
You’re going to receive A LOT of papers! You need durable and sturdy folders to keep everything organized and clean. I personally like the Five Star brand
Pocket Folders
While my glasses come with blue light added in them, I recommend these for anyone who doesn’t already wear glasses! You stare at screens for hours on end while studying, best to try to avoid the extra headache!
Blue Light Glasses
A must have for all those pens, pencils, and highlights you’ll have. Get yourself a cute color while you’re at it
Pencil Pouch With Compartments
This what I use to take notes for class! I pay for the yearly subscription, it’s honestly not too much and it’s super easy to organize and understand.
Notability
A lot of people I know use this to fake notes! Very similar to the one I use!
Goodnotes
study necessities
For those long study sessions where you have to write all the info on a white board. Get lots of colors so you can organize and group!
Dry Erase Markers
Go ahead and get yourself one of these. You can write out notes, use to for active recall and study. Write reminders on it and check yourself
Whiteboard
Don’t have space for a physical white board but still want one? I recommend this!! I have one on my wall behind my door and use it for active recall and to do lists.
White Board Sticker Dry Eraser Paper PET
A given when studying. I exclusively use it for flashcards
Quizlet
More of a physical flashcard person than digital? I got you. I personally love the multicolored pack so I can group my info by color and category
Flashcards
To take notes on your iPad!
Apple Pencil
This is what I have- works just as well as an Apple Pencil but it’s wayyy cheaper. A need if you plan on taking notes on your ipad
Apple Pencil Dupe