1Radley Cameo nurse fob watch, pink
A fob watch is something every nurse uses on every shift, and this one is a step up from a plain one. Radley's RY5000 has a 30mm rose gold case and a pink silicone strap printed with polka dots and the Scottie dog, which wipes clean. It pins to a uniform and comes boxed, so it's ready to give.
Pros
- Wipe-clean silicone strap.
- Easy-to-read numbers.
- Comes boxed.
Cons
- Check their ward allows coloured fobs.
- Pricier than a basic fob watch.
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Rue 5 Jewellers product page ↗
2Neutrogena Norwegian Formula hand cream, unscented
Constant handwashing leaves nurses' hands dry and sore. Neutrogena's Norwegian Formula is a glycerin-rich, unscented cream made for dry, chapped hands, and a tiny amount gives quick relief. The 50ml tube fits in a uniform pocket.
Pros
- Unscented, so it's fine on the ward.
- A little goes a long way.
Cons
- A small, practical present on its own.
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Neutrogena product page ↗
3Crocs Classic Clog
Plenty of nurses swear by Crocs for twelve-hour shifts. The Classic Clog is comfortable enough for long days on their feet, easy to wipe clean, and holds up to 26 Jibbitz charms if they want to make them their own.
Pros
- Comfortable for long shifts.
- Easy to wipe clean.
Cons
- You'll need their shoe size.
- Check their hospital's footwear rules.
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Crocs product page ↗
4Loop Quiet 2 earplugs
Sleeping after a night shift is hard when the rest of the world is awake. Loop Quiet 2 earplugs cut noise by up to 24dB, are made of soft silicone and come with four sizes of ear tips and a carry case. They're reusable, unlike foam plugs.
Pros
- Cuts noise by up to 24dB.
- Four ear tip sizes for a good fit.
- Reusable, with a case.
Cons
- Loop sells a separate model made for sleep.
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Loop product page ↗
5Manta Silk sleep mask
Daytime sleep needs proper darkness. The Manta Silk mask blocks out all light, even in daylight, with mulberry silk eye cups that sit around the eyes without pressing on them. The cups slide along the strap to fit any face, and it goes in the washing machine.
Pros
- Blocks out all light.
- No pressure on the eyes.
- Machine washable.
Cons
- Bulkier than a flat sleep mask.
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Manta Sleep product page ↗
What to buy someone who loves nursing
Nurses get given a lot of chocolates, so practical gifts stand out. The best gifts for nurses make long shifts more comfortable or help them sleep after nights. Check whether they work days, nights or both, and what their ward allows on the uniform front. Hand cream and sleep kit suit every nurse.
How we picked these gifts for nurses
We picked each product for what nurses enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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