Here's some of my favorite items I've used as an emt, through paramedic school, and as a paramedic
Yes, the fancy stethoscopes are sweet, but why spend the money this one has lasted me 5 years and counting and its pink it works the same
Prestige Medical Clinical Lite Stethoscope
Nothing fancy, but it's cute and it does the job
Dixie Ems Deluxe Aneroid BP Set - Pink
This is the one I have and again, 5 years and counting
Prestige Medical Adult Aneroid Sphygmomanometer
Most of my equipment is pink but it's cute and it works
Yohcuro Fingertip Pulse Oximeter - Pink
They come in more than just pink, but these have also lasted me
MEUUT 3 Pack Pen Light & Trauma Scissors
Here's a cheaper option that still works
2 Pack Medical Scissors & Penlights for Nurses
Don't use the same backpack you use for the gym or your home items, this will get gross and worn out don't spend too much money on one
JanSport Big Student 17.5" Backpack - Fresh Floral Lilac
I've found jansport to be one of the most durable and here are a few of my favorite designs
JanSport Big Student 17.5" Backpack - Strawberry Shower
It has to have pink though
JanSport Big Student 17.5" Backpack - Happy Hearts Black
Working on the ambulance you don't always get breaks so always have snacks, something with a little protein preferably.. these are my favorite flavored cliff bars
CLIF Bar Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Brownie Energy Bars - 36oz/15pk
I also really like these chips
Quest Nutrition Protein Chips - BBQ - 1.1oz/4ct
I unfortunately can't drink caffeine anymore due to a head injury but alani was one of my favorites
Alani Mini Variety Pack Energy Drink - 12pk/8.4 fl oz Cans
Try to keep with the mini cans so you don't overdue the caffeine and can still sleep after
Alani Juicy Peach Energy Drink - 4pk/8.4 fl oz Cans
My favorite used to be the cranberry, but pro tip buy your energy drinks before your shift because the vending machines are severely overpriced
Red Bull Sugarfree Sea Blue Edition Energy Drink - 8.4 fl oz Can
I've had this watch since my first EMT job and the battery still hasn't died I love it don't spend a lot of money on your watches for work they get so gross you just need something basic that's washable
Skechers Women's Analog Silicone Lavender Watch (SR6214W)
Do I have nice expensive boots now? Yes, but when I started I bought these they work the same and they lasted me 3 years and I abused them
Brahma Women's Combustion 6" Steel Toe Work Boots - Walmart.com
Some of my favorite badge clips to make work more interesting
Blue Glitter Badge Reel for Nurses & EMTs
Because how else can you explain being an EMT like really
Funny Badge Reel for Nurses & First Responders
EMS humor is dark humor and I absolutely love this mug
Rogue River Tactical EMT Funny Coffee Mug
You're gonna go through so many of these… these fit in your pockets and are cute colors
Ddaowanx 3x5 Pocket Spiral Notepads, 8 Colors
These are not for the patients use, but they are so fun
Jetec 10 Pcs Funny Retractable Pens 0.5mm
A Stanley is so nice and cute, but the ambulance is disgusting.. don't waste your money or bring your nice items with you they will just get trashed or go missing
Nalgene Sustain 32 OZ BPA-Free Water Bottle
The national registry is always hard I think the study guide is worth the price same brand I used for Emt
National Registry Paramedic Prep: Study Guide + Practice + Proven Strategies|Paperback
