Sometimes the simplest gifts are the best. Weiss says these are on her wish list, “or any pens in general – we’re always writing, color coding, or having someone take our pens! They are essential to your day,” says Alex Antonacci, RN, in NYC.
“Honestly the most comfortable scrubs I’ve ever worn and at the same time the most flattering: everyone should have one. They also have super cute track jackets for when it gets cold,” says Leah Weiss, RN, in NYC.
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Owala FreeSip insulated stainless steel water bottle with straw
“Hydration is the name of the game and most units do not allow disposable water bottles or coffee cups. These are the absolute best of all the products we tried,” says Alex Antonacci, RN in NYC.
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Teleties Coastal Christmas
Whether they need to keep their hair out of the way while assisting during a procedure or simply prefer to wear their hair up, hair ties make a great gift for nurses. “The best ties to reduce headaches and keep your hair out of your face on busy days,” says Emily Appell, RN, in NYC.
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lululemon Everywhere Hip Bag 1L
It’s no surprise that nurses have noticed the Lululemon fanny pack bug. The viral bag is a great way to carry essentials. “So handy for storing all your nursing supplies: gauze, tape, IV supplies, those pens we can never find!” says Weiss.
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Drunken Elephant The Coast Is Clear Night Pack ($145 value)
“Long hours definitely have a negative impact on our skin. Holiday gift sets make great gifts, especially ones for our under-eye bags!” says Weiss.
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BOMBAS Originals black ankle socks
Supportive socks complement the best shoes for nurses. RNs spend so much time standing and running between patients. They will appreciate these comfortable socks. “Great support for being on your feet all day,” says Antonacci.
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MISisterCreations Bow Badge Reel
Badge reels are a necessity when working in a hospital environment. Enhance theirs with something that shows off their personality. “They can be cute, witty, funny or brighten someone’s day. Also great conversation starters,” says Collins.
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KOI BA156 Retractable Badge Clip Pill Box
Betsey Johnson motif badges? Yes, please. For the fashionista nurse in your life, this gift is a no-brainer. A variety of other brightly colored health-themed reels are also available.
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Reflections By Zana Healthcare Rock Compression Socks
Compression stockings are essential for people in professions that require prolonged standing or sitting. Keli Lemmo, RN, of NYC agrees and says they make great gifts for nurses.
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Healthcare workers experience stressful situations every week. Well, it might not be as stressful for them as it would be for an outsider. Chances are, someone who is on their feet all day will love a spa gift card. Spafinder allows them to apply the gift card to local spas that participate. They can get any service they want!
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Oofos OOahh Slide sandal
Lemmo says these make a great gift for nurses because they help their feet recover after long shifts. These from Oofos top our list of the best recovery slides, and I’m a big fan of them.
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Daily harvest The winter warming
After a long shift, the last thing people want to do is spend more time standing. Daily Harvest’s selection of ready-made winter meals contains nutritious ingredients and is ready quickly. Plus, they take the guesswork out of their weekly meal plan. One less thing to worry about!
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ANRABESS 2-piece outfit sweatsuit set
Boost their after-work wardrobe with something that’s both cozy and stylish. Shoppers are calling this loungewear set a Spanx dupe — and it costs less than $50!
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Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Intensive hydration
Wearing a mask all day can wreak havoc on your lips. Give them the gift of this viral sleep mask for their pouty lips so they wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day. Their lips will thank you!
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Dope Coffee Ground Dope Sunrise Blend Medium Roast
Working the night shift means a lot of coffee. Give the nurse in your life the gift of this delicious medium roast mix. Pair it with a cute mug and they are all set!
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Hydration is key to plumper, more youthful-looking skin, and with this Dew Revive hydration stick they can hydrate their complexion on the go. It can be used on the face and body!
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HARLEM CANDLE CO. Lady Day luxury candle
Certainly scents induce relaxation, and after a long week, lighting a candle and enjoying a nice bath can go a long way toward self-care.
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Nurses know the importance of sleep. But quality shut-eye can be difficult for those who work the night shift. Silk eye masks are not only luxurious but also practical. They’ll love it.
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Grace & Stella Energizing eye masks
With over 25,000 reviews and almost five stars, these under-eye masks from Grace and Stella are sure to be a hit. They help brighten and plump the skin under the eyes for a more awake appearance, and target eye bags, as Weiss noted.
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