Night shifts are a different world. After years in the ER, these are the things I’ve found myself reaching for over and over again. Some help me stay awake, some keep me comfortable, and a few just make those 3 a.m. moments a little easier.
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My Caffeine Station
Saving My Feet
What Never Leaves My Work Bag
The 3am Slump
Things I Hope I Won’t Need
Things That Make My Shift Better
My Caffeine Station
My must have wake up snacks and treats
And for the coffee lovers a mug that keeps it warm
Insulated Stainless Steel Mugs & Cups
A definite must have working for 12 hours
Electrolytes Powder Packets - Amazon.com
Always need a good protein bar to help me make it through the shift
Protein Bars - Amazon.com
Always need this in my bag, my kids are usually the first to reach for it
Trail Mix - Amazon.com
Always with the gum - I usually have many going at the same time
Chewing gum - Amazon.com
This are always needed - our hospital should provide these to all in my opinion
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Candy Mints
The firecracker popsicle flavour is my fav out of them all but this brand helps give a boost to your day
Liquid Iv - Amazon.com
Love my Stanley 🫶🏼 keeps my ice water icy all shift
Stainless Steel Tumblers – Stanley 1913
Saving My Feet
My feet comforts for a long night shift
I’ve learnt how beneficial compression socks can be and I definitely recommend to all that work on their feet
Compression Socks - Amazon.com
Love Hoka products - feel very supported after wearing these
Women's Running Socks | HOKA®
Love a good solid shoe
Women's Walking Shoes
A good arch support changes everything
Arch Support Inserts - Amazon.com
Amazon has soooo many cooling towels to pick from
Cooling Towels - Amazon.com
A good hair tie changes everything and Amazon sells them in bulk. They always going missing
Hair Ties - Amazon.com
I love a good hair clip and Sephora has so many to pick from usually
Hair Clips & Claw Clips | Sephora
Love a good smooth lip - bonus points if it can fit in my pocket
Lip Balm - Amazon.com
What Never Leaves My Work Bag
My work bag is a Nike backpack, rain, snow or sun I have everything I need in there.
Shifts are so long you need a good bag to carry everything needed to survive the shift
Womens Bags & Backpacks - Nike
Love the options Amazon has for these - I like to change mine up once in awhile
Badge Reel - Amazon.com
Love a good smooth pen - I’m a pen horder
Pens - Amazon.com
Always need one of these in my bag - Amazon sells in bulk so can always have a few going at the same time
Mini Notebooks - Amazon.com
A definite must have in my bag
Portable Charger - Amazon.com
I find sticky notes everywhere around my house
Sticky Notes
These always go missing at my place
iPhone Fast Charging 2 Pack Type C Wall
Always needed for something
Highlighters - Amazon.com
The 3am Slump
These are my must haves to get over the 3am slump
Just finally got the hang of a good dry shampoo
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Dry Shampoos
I love this set - the smell is amazing 👌🏻
Deodorants & Antiperspirants for Women: Spray & Roll-On Deodorants
A definite need for a quick refresh
Toothbrush - Amazon.co.uk
Sephora has the best face wipes for the best price
Face Wipes - Sephora
Always needed for something no matter where I am. I keep these babies everywhere. You never know when you’ll need to use one.
Tide to Go Stain Pens 3 Count Pack
Love a good lotion, Sephora sells many great lotions to pick from
Hand Lotion, Foot Cream & Hand Cream | Sephora
Love that feeling when you remove all the makeup
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Makeup Remover
My red light mask can turn my entire day around ❤️
Red Led Mask - Amazon.com
Things I Hope I Won’t Need
All the things you hope you won’t need but always end up needing …
Always needed, never seem to be able to keep for them.
Bandaids - Amazon.com
This is always needed wherever I go for something reason or another
Mini Sewing Kit - Amazon.com
Lost my good pair of tweezers and still have not found a compatible set
Tweezers | Sephora
The new kind is my favourite - no chalky after taste
TUMS Chewy Bites Antacid Tablets
You’d be surprised how many times I am asked for these
Tylenol Extra Strength Caplets, Fast Pain Relief
Always needed, never around when needed
Manicure & Pedicure Tools | Sephora
After that third shift in a row eye drops are needed
Eye-drops - Amazon.com
I could see this coming in handy
Mobile Phone Stand - Amazon.co.uk
Things That Make My Shift Better
Love how slim this in - can easily go in a pocket
Kindle Paperwhite 16GB | Fastest E-Reader
Always love a good crossword
Crosswords - Puzzles & Games: Books - Amazon.com
These are so cute
Holder Hand Sanitizer - Amazon.com
Can’t go wrong with candy
Assorted Candy - Amazon.com
Love skullcandy products the best
Shop Wired, True Wireless & Bluetooth Earbuds - Skullcandy
Just for fun
Fuzzy Socks - Amazon.com
Love a good neck fan
Mini Neck Fan
An essential oil roller is a must have next to my bed, in my work bag, my personal purse and my car
Essential Oil Roller - Amazon.com
My Lunch Bag
How cute are these lunch bags?! I just love them all
Modern Picnic | Designer Insulated Lunch Bags for Women
A good ice pack makes the lunch perfect
Ice Pack - Amazon.com
Perfect storage container for multiple items
Bento Boxes & Lunch Bags - Home & Kitchen
I’m a sucker for a good container
Leak Proof Container
A must have
Protein Shaker Bottle - Amazon.com
I’m a snack queen when I work a long shift
Healthy Snacks - Amazon.com
Love love love Alani
Alani Energy Drinks - Amazon.com
Love a good protein shake - bonus points if it’s chocolate
30g Protein Drinks & Shakes - Ready to Drink - Walmart
Staying Comfortable All Night Long
I notice a huge difference with these on
Compression Socks - Amazon.com
The most comfortable clothing line
Women's BeCalm Clothes - Lululemon
Such a great sweater to keep you warm!! I get so cold while I’m at work.
Women's Fleece Jackets & Vests - Columbia Sportswear
