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𐙚⋆nursing school essentials.˚

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Ryna

As a nursing student, these are the must-have essentials I rely on to survive nursing school and feel fully prepared for clinical practice. From fits to handy paraphernalia, everything helps me stay organized, confident, and ready for anything the nu...

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bags + clothes + shoes

paraphernalia

stationery

bags + clothes + shoes

very aesthetic and functional- perfect to use during duties (or during lectures). you can just fit everything in here.

Tote Bag

this if your hospital doesn’t provide scrubs! it’s essential that you feel comfortable in what you’re wearing especially that you’re going to be moving around a lot.

Scrubs

honestly, i prefer running shoes during duties over typical sneakers because they are more flexible, durable, and breathable, making them comfortable to wear for long hours. I also avoid chunky shoes- they feel heavy and aren’t ideal for active days.

White Running Shoes

any crocs design will do but i recommend crocs with holes to allow your feet to breathe (but hospitals usually encourage those without holes to avoid getting spills to your feet :))) and with flat outsoles (obv not chunky) to easily carry it around.

White Crocs

paraphernalia

honestly, other steth brands will do. but if you’re looking for a high quality, durable, and with superior acoustics then Littmann is for you. invest in something that you can use forever or for a very long time. +++ if you’re going to proceed to med...

Stethoscope

must have to check pt’s bp. every student nurse needs to have this since we are the ones doing the initial and continuous assessments.

Standard Aneroid Sphygmomanometer

pulse ox for hr and spo2, any brand will do (others are very pricey) but find something that reads accurately like Nonin Onyx Vantage 9590 and Masimo Mightysat Medical (these are a bit expensive tho)

Pulse Oximeter

any brand works just choose forehead thermometers since they are generally more accurate than axillary ones, and they’re more efficient too—faster to use and cause less discomfort to the patient.

Forehead Thermometer

essential for checking pupils, inspecting the throat, or examining small areas— compact, handy, and a must-have in your kit.

Penlight

sometimes we need to assess our pt’s reflexes, so bringing a reflex hammer can come in handy.

Reflex Hammer

any color works just choose nitrile gloves because they’re durable, hypoallergenic, chemical-resistant, and latex-free—very important since some patients are allergic to latex. and i usually buy them by box, as I tend to use many pairs during duties.

Nitrile Clean Gloves

bring at least two pairs with you during ward duties, as you may need them for sterile procedures. it is wise to buy one box because you’ll be using it a lot as well. and again choose nitrile.

Nitrile Sterile Gloves

a must-have! this is very commonly used in ward areas, as there are many instances where you need to secure or tape something—like re-taping an IV, securing a catheter, or fixing a loose bandage.

Micropore Tape

very essential for quickly and safely cutting dressings, tape, or bandages without hurting the pt.

Bandage Scissors

stationery

any ballpen will do, but for efficiency, choose one that doesn’t smudge. also a click-type pen is more convenient since you just have to push it to use. must have colors are red, blue, and black.

Click Ballpoint Pen

we are not allowed to use cellphones during duties, hence, I bring small calculator with me to compute for drug doses, iv flow rates, etc…

Mini Basic Calculators

very important! this is where you will write all your notes- from pt’s vs to i&o so don’t forget to bring one with you.

Small Notebook