Okay so I got the job...now what GEAR do I really need as a new nurse?!

<p>On today&apos;s episode, we discuss items that will be helpful for you as a new nurse. There are SO many recommendations out there, and so many things you could easily &quot;need,&quot; but what tools will actually be useful for you as you start your career? We discuss 12 items I think are beneficial for new nurses to have on hand, especially during orientation. <br/><br/>1. A GOOD stethoscope - MDF (I have the Acoustica XP), Littman (Classic III comes highly recommended), EKO digital (pricey, but a lot of nice features)<br/><br/>2. Supportive shoes - ON running (I have the Cloud Waterproof), Danskos, Clove, BALA<br/><br/>3. Protective gear - anti-fog/blue light blocking goggles (find on Amazon, or Stoggles), Scrub caps (my favorite brand is Equipe athletics)<br/><br/>4. Unit specific resources/reference materials - I love the F.A. Davis Pocket guide (I have the critical care edition), you can also find awesome badge cards on Amazon (I like Badge Guru)<br/><br/>5. Nursing clipboard - I prefer foldable (find on Amazon)<br/><br/>6. Watch - I have a Garmin Fenix 6 which I love, apple watches are also popular<br/><br/>7. Scissors/Trauma shears - find a pocket size on Amazon or badge size on Etsy<br/><br/>8. Small notebook - my favorite brand is TUL notebooks (anything discbound) <br/><br/>9. Retractable pens/sharpies - PILOT acroball fine (found on Amazon)<br/><br/>10. Good penlight - something rechargeable is preferred (I have the COAST Crew A9R)<br/><br/>11. Water bottle/mug - something easily washable. My favorite brands are Hydrojug, Iron Flask, and YETI<br/><br/>12. Compression socks - at least 20-30 mmHg, I like CEP compression socks<br/><br/><b>**Don&apos;t forget to join our FREE Facebook community - The Nursing Co-op Huddle**</b><br/><br/>I would love to answer ANY questions you have about nursing in general, or hear about areas you are struggling with right now. Message me @ashley_nursingcoop or shoot me an email at thenursingcoop@gmail.com with any questions, feedback, or comments. Happy Nursing!</p>