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Nursing Apparel
Nursing Apparel: The type of clothing and apparel a nurse wears can make a big impact on their comfort. Nurses have many different parts of their regular daily apparel, such as scrubs, compression socks/hose, nursing shoes, lab coats, watches, masks, scrub hats, latex or other sterile gloves, safety glasses, and so much more. This section contains posts about each of these different items a nurse may wear on the job. If you want to know about the best types of apparel to wear, the most popular brands, then make sure to browse this section. One of the greatest tips every nurse should know about is to wear compression socks and ultra comfortable shoes (with cushion inserts) to prevent excessive veins and foot problems. Keep reading for more great tips, and make sure to sign up for our newsletter.
My New Nursing Lab Coat: Cherokee Women’s Fashion Lab Coat Review
What’s the best type of lab jacket for nurses? What lab jacket brand do I wear? And as a nurse, what features do I look for in a lab jacket? Those are great questions that I have received from nursing students and nurses. Since my old lab jacket was becoming discolored and worn, I decided […]
Nursing School Graduation Gift Ideas: Top 10 Nursing School Graduate Gifts
At this time of year, so many nursing students are achieving that huge milestone in their academic careers: Graduation. Congratulations to all the nursing students out there who have completed this very important step in your nursing career! With so many nursing students graduating from nursing school, family and friends often ask, “What are some […]
Medical Supplies For Nurses List | Items a New Nurse or Student Nurse Needs to Buy
Okay…so you are a new graduate registered nurse (RN) or a nursing student wondering what type of nursing medical supplies you will need to help you do your job or get through nursing school. Starting a new job or nursing school is always exciting but can be nerve racking at the same time because you have […]
Should I Purchase Thigh or Knee High Compression Socks?
I just saw a helpful video by Sarah a RN about the benefits of compression socks. However, I’m not sure if I should purchase knee high or thigh high socks. I’m a teacher that gets cramps on my legs. Lately a lot of cramps in my left hamstring since I started running. An ultrasound showed that […]
Difference Between TED Hose & Compression Stockings for Nurse
As a nurse or nursing student you may have heard other people say they wear TED hoses or compression stockings. In the nursing world people use TED hoses and compression stockings interchangeably. However, there is a difference between TED hoses and compression stockings. Although, both are compression stockings, they each perform a different purpose. What are […]
Lab Coat | Medical Lab Jacket for Nurses, Doctors, and other Health Care Professionals
Lab coats are worn by many health care professionals such as registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, doctors, and nurse practitioners. Traditionally lab coats are usually white, long sleeved, and are long enough to come to your thigh. However, newer lab coats are less traditional. You can now find them in many colors such as blue, red, teal, yellow, […]
Best Shoes for Nurses | Best Nursing Shoes (Most Comfortable) | Top Rated Choices
Best shoes for nurses: What are the most comfortable nursing shoes? As a nurse myself, I found myself wondering what were the best shoes for nurses to wear? If you work as a nurse , (or in any medical field position for that matter), then you are probably aware of the trauma your feet can endure […]
Dansko and Nurse Mates Nursing Shoes | Most Popular Shoes for Nurses to Wear
So, you are a nurse or nursing student wondering what type of nursing shoes that are the best shoes for nurses to wear. You have probably heard from your fellow colleagues and other nursing students that Dansko and Nurse Mates are the best shoes on the market for nurses. From my experience as a registered nurse most […]
Cell Phones for Nurses?
Cell phones for nurses? Should nurses really use cell phones on the job? One of the most interesting shifts I’ve seen in my career is the widespread use of cell phones, smart phones, blackberries, and iPhones. Yes, technology has changed very rapidly. I can still recall years ago when pagers were the big thing. Now, […]
Best Nursing Scrubs: Tips on Buying Scrubs for Nurses and Medical Careers | Registered Nurse RN
Nearly all Registered Nurse RN or medical workers are required to wear some type of uniform or “scrubs.” I happen to like wearing nursing scrubs quite a bit. They are fairly comfortable, easy to wear, and are lightweight. But for a first-time nurse on the job, I thought I would give some tips to consider before you […]
Stethoscope | Littmann Stethoscope the Best Brand for Nursing?
A Littmann Stethoscope is a popular brand of stethoscopes used by health care professionals such as nurses and doctors. The Littmann stethoscope was developed by Dr. David Littmann in 1963. So the Littmann Stethoscope has been around along time and is a very trusted brand among nurses….me in particular. If you are a nurse or nursing […]