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Nursing essentials to survive your shift 💉
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items 15 years of 12-hour shifts, missed breaks, dry hospital air, and stolen Sharpies. I've learned what works — here's my list. 🩺
I am on my third pair of Vessi’s and I don’t think I’ll ever wear another brand of shoes to work! Waterproof is a non-negotiable for me - they have saved my feet from some very messy situations. Iykyk! 🙌
Vessi: The First 100% Waterproof Shoes
Because let’s be honest, you don’t drink enough water during your shift. A nice water bottle that actually keeps your water cold for 12 hours might help! Bonus - it fits in a cup holder 😉
Stainless Steel Tumblers & Cups | Hydro Flask
Because you aren’t drinking enough water at work - add some electrolytes. The lemon lime and strawberry are my fav!
Hydration Multiplier - Liquid IV
Because I don’t drink coffee but I still need caffeine. Yes, it’s tastes good mixed with the liquid IV!
Mio Energy Water Enhancer
Because there’s also a good chance you’re going to miss your break - this protein powder tastes amazing, has a smooth texture, and it has vitamins, fibre, and probiotics. It’ll help keep you going until you can eat!
Good Protein
This is the stethoscope I’ve been relying on for years. It’s lightweight, flexible, and it actually lets you hear everything you need to - plus it comes in the best colours. It’s a win-win-win 🩺
Littmann Cardiology IV Stethoscope
I have been using these for five years and I will continue to do so until I retire. They’re just so smooth!
Sharpie S-Gel
The facility I work at still uses paper charting. I like to keep all of my flow sheets, report sheets, etc on a clip board. This one allows me to save any random notes I make throughout the day in the compartment AND has a space to store my extra pen...
Glitter Clipboard
I don’t love lanyards to hold my badge at work, but a lot of these retractable reels fray after a few months. I have been using the pink one for two years and it’s still going strong! It gets bonus points because the rainbow charm gives me something ...
3PC Silicone Bead Retractable Badge Holders
A smooth, fast-drying gel pen that won't smear across your notes. My backup when the Sharpies go missing — which is always.
EnerGel 0.7mm Black Gel Pen & Refill Set
So my report sheet can be functional and pretty 😍
Studio Series Pastel Dual-Tip Highlighters 6
I need something to carry all of my survival gear in! This is big enough to hold everything I need for my shift, including an extra set of scrubs - just in case 😅. I really love that it has a separate compartment for my shoes! 10/10
3-in-1 Gym Duffle Bag 30L
Listen - you need to be wearing compression socks. You are on your feet all. day. long. These are easy to put on, stay put all shift, and hold up well in the wash. Your legs will thank you!
Physix Gear Sport Compression Socks 20-30 mmHg
The air in my facility is drier than the Sahara and my lips do not approve! This lip balm is super moisturizing and provides just enough colour to look human before a 12 hour shift 💄
Burt's Bees 100% Natural Origin Moisturizing Tinted Lip Balm, Rose with Shea Butter
This is the lip balm I wear when I’m feeling ✨fancy✨. A little more colour than the Burt’s Bees, easy to apply on the go, and just the right amount of moisture and shine. Rose Bite and Peach Quench are my personal faves! 💋
Maybelline New York Lifter Glaze Oil Balm
I don’t love wearing a full face of foundation on shift - or ever, really - but I also don’t want to look like an extra from The Walking Dead. This e.l.f. tinted sunscreen provides just enough coverage to even out my skin tone, leaves my skin looking...
e.l.f. Skin Suntouchable! Whoa Glow
I know people feel some type of way about waterproof mascara - those people don’t work in healthcare! This mascara is my ride or die. No matter what I try, I always come back to it. The volume is amazing, it holds a curl, and it does. not. budge. no ...
L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara
See previous note about dry hospital air - my hands hate it as much as my lips do. Between that and the constant handwashing, your hands can get pretty beat up if you don’t care for them! eos to the rescue! It’s moisturizing without leaving your hand...
eos Shea Better 24H Moisture Body Lotion, Vanilla Cashmere, Travel Size
Borrowing medications from the pharmacy is frowned upon, but sometimes you get a headache mid-shift and you need relief fast. I basically carry a pharmacy with me! Headache? Got it covered. Allergies? I have something for that too. This medication or...
3 Pack Travel Pill Organizer
