As a nurse, your feet go through a beating. From surviving a grueling 12-hour shift to weathering all types of bodily fluid splashes and spills, your feet deserve a break. So why not treat your tired toes to a cute pair of nurse socks – perfect for at work or at home. These cute and comfy socks will let your show your nursing pride, and are great for either gender! Cute and Comfy Nurse Socks Women’s Medical Crew Socks Women's Medical Crew Socks These fun socks are perfect for nurses on the … [Read more...] about 5 Adorable Nurse Socks to Keep Your Feet Warm
Products for Nurses
5 Things you’ll find in any Nurse Bag
When you work 12-hour shifts, you definitely need to plan ahead. Running back and forth to your locker is just not feasible on a busy day, so you need to have a well-stocked nurse bag to keep you going. Some nurses carry big totes to work, or very specialized nursing bags. Others just carry their purse. But being a nurse means that you typically stock a few extra essentials But what do you pack in your bag? 5 essential items that you will find in any nurse bag Pens Syringe Pens in … [Read more...] about 5 Things you’ll find in any Nurse Bag
10 Perfectly Pink Stethoscopes
The stethoscopes are one of the most essential tools that nurses use on the job. You carry it with you everywhere to listen to your patient’s heart and lung sounds, or to do manual blood pressures. Since you spend so much time with this handy tool, why not make it cute too? Stethoscope manufacturers know that nurses like their equipment to be functional and match their style too, so stethoscopes now come in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and styles. If pink is your favorite color, check … [Read more...] about 10 Perfectly Pink Stethoscopes
9 Fun and Educational Nursing Games
Nursing is an extremely challenging and stressful job. You’ll need to spend most of your day caring for patients and making sure that they get their medications and treatment on time. You’ll also need to assess them routinely to make sure nothing bad happens to them while they are under your care. If you fail to unwind once in a while, you can end up with burnout that can easily make you want to leave the profession. Now, before that happens, try out a few nursing games. Below is a really … [Read more...] about 9 Fun and Educational Nursing Games
Nurse Pride: 11 Funny Nursing Shirts
Show your nurse pride with these funny nursing shirts. All of them have a sense of humor about them. Some are witty, others sassy. I'm sure you'll find something that matches your personality on this list. 11 Super Funny Nursing Shirts We’ve outlined some of the funniest nursing t-shirts in this comparison table to make it easier to find the one that is right for you. You can click “Read More” on any of them in the table to jump to the section in this article outlining more information about … [Read more...] about Nurse Pride: 11 Funny Nursing Shirts
5 Essential Nursing Magazines and Journals and Where To Get Them
As a nurse, it is vital to stay informed about the most current medical news and what’s going on in the industry. These 5 nursing magazines and journals are the best ones out there. The American Journal of Nursing The American Journal of Nursing is the longest running nursing journal in the world, dating back to 1900. It is peer-reviewed and has won many awards. The American Journal of Nursing provides evidence-based clinical information, healthcare news, current research, … [Read more...] about 5 Essential Nursing Magazines and Journals and Where To Get Them
4 Patron Saints of Nursing and Their Meanings
Most people think of St. Agatha of Sicily as the main - if not only - patron saint of nursing. She is certainly the most well-known, but there are also 3 other patron saints of nursing that hold deep meaning to nurses. Patron Saints of Nursing The 4 patron saints of nursing are: St. Catherine of Siena St. Camillus of Lellis St. Elizabeth of Hungary Each has a beautiful story and inspires nurses for different reasons. St. Agatha of Sicily - Patron Saint of Wet Nurses & … [Read more...] about 4 Patron Saints of Nursing and Their Meanings
7+ Cute Nursing Compression Socks
A not-so-glamorous side effect of working 12-hour shifts on your feet as a nurse are swollen ankles. That is why compression socks are amazing! We've already talked about why every nurse should wear compression socks. Now I found more than 7 cute nursing compression socks. I hope you find some that you like too. Don’t forget to pin this to your nursing Pinterest board. 7+ Cute Nursing Compression Socks We've outlined some of the best nursing compression socks in this comparison table to make … [Read more...] about 7+ Cute Nursing Compression Socks
A Guide To The Most Useful Free Nursing Apps
I am so thankful for my nursing apps! They cut down on my nursing duties and just make my job so much easier. I’m thrilled to share with you my picks for the most useful free nursing apps. A Guide To The Most Useful Free Nursing Apps Diseases Dictionary A completely free medical dictionary app containing medical disorders & diseases with detailed definitions, symptoms, causes and treatment information. It works offline without any type of data or network connection. This app provides … [Read more...] about A Guide To The Most Useful Free Nursing Apps
Where to Find Deals on Dickies Scrubs
You’re here because you want to find deals of Dickies Scrubs, right? Dickies scrubs are a nursing staple – comfortable, durable and they look great. Some even consider Dickies the best scrubs. But shopping for them at your local scrub store can cost you a pretty penny, especially if you live in a rural area! Here are some fantastic online stores that offer Dickies Scrubs at a fraction of the price of other stores or designer scrubs. Scrubs4Less This site offers a great selection of … [Read more...] about Where to Find Deals on Dickies Scrubs
5 Fun and Functional Scrub Dresses
While scrub dresses may harken back to an older time, many nurses love to wear them for their style and breathability. Fashion aside, scrub dresses must not only look good but be functional as well. I am all about keeping you looking your best at work. We've already talked about designer scrubs, the must have features of the best scrubs, and even classy Caribbean Blue scrubs. Now let's look at scrub dresses. Here are 5 of the best scrub dresses that are both stylish and practical to work … [Read more...] about 5 Fun and Functional Scrub Dresses
Where to Buy Engraved Stethoscopes
It’s safe to say that as a nurse, or any healthcare profession, your stethoscope is your loyal companion. Always around your neck or in the pocket of your scrubs, your stethoscope has probably played a vital role in multiple diagnoses and misplacing or losing it can really feel like you’ve lost an arm! Well, turns out, there’s a perfect solution that lets you mark your stethoscope so no one “thinks it’s theirs by mistake” and can return it to the rightful owner if found after you lose it, all … [Read more...] about Where to Buy Engraved Stethoscopes
Sanita Vs Dansko – What are the Best Nurses Shoes?
The comfort of a good shoe is truly irreplaceable, especially when you’re in a profession that entails long hours and shifts, where you really wish you could fall asleep on your feet, if it was physically possible. Nursing may be one of the oldest and noblest professions on the planet, but that doesn’t make it any less grueling. Comfortable shoes really are a godsend when you spend that much time on your feet, which is why we’ve put together a list comparing the best nursing shoes that two of … [Read more...] about Sanita Vs Dansko – What are the Best Nurses Shoes?
Dansko Clogs for Nurses
Nursing may be a fulfilling profession, but that doesn’t make it any less hard. Long hours, continuous shifts, hardly any rest, and nurses are still expected to be at the top of their game at every point. Well, seeing as all this means you’re going to be spending long hours on your feet, and while a massage goes a long way in providing temporary relief, something that can provide more permanent relief is wearing comfortable nursing shoes. Bunions, shoe bites, feet ache, joint pain and tendinitis … [Read more...] about Dansko Clogs for Nurses
Best Sphygmomanometers for Nurses
As a nurse, there are two diagnostic devices that play a very important role in your job and you must know how to use them. The sphygmomanometer, also commonly known as the blood pressure cuff and the stethoscope are two extremely vital tools for you as a nursing student, new nurse or a seasoned nurse. Both these tools allow you to check the vitals of your patients and diagnose their condition. You've settled on a stethoscope brand, now lets look at sphygmomanometers. Best Sphygmomanometers … [Read more...] about Best Sphygmomanometers for Nurses
