Being a nurse is both challenging and highly rewarding. Ask anyone in the field: There are moments of great joy and pain alike. It can take its toll in different ways, which makes it all the more important to seek out gifts for nurses that offer true value to their lives. If there’s a nurse in your life, consider these suggestions that will make a day at work more enjoyable, and help them enjoy some quality downtime when they need it the most.
High-Quality Scrubs
Scrubs aren’t just uniforms—they’re protective garments that nurses wear almost every day of the week. Considering just how often they’re thrown into the washing machine, it pays to invest in a few scrubs that will hold up well through multiple wears and washes. FIGS is renowned for its comfortable options made from durable materials that feel just as good as they look. Available in a variety of colors, their scrub tops and bottoms make a great choice for the nurse who is as fashion-conscious as she is comfort-conscious.
Customized Mug
What can you do to make their day a little brighter? Try this cute customized mug that you can personalize with his or her name and initial. It’s adorned with colorful themed artwork and makes a bright companion for her morning or evening cup of joe. Add a few packages of hot cocoa if you want to sweeten the surprise a little bit.
Wine
Unwinding is a must to avoid issues like nurse burnout, which is quite a common concern. That’s what makes self-care so important: tapping into those undernourished areas and help nurses feel more present and centered when they’re at rest. Help them ease into their downtime with a bottle of their favorite, tucked into a handsome wine bottle holder. This one is crafted of faux leather and can be engraved with customized text to add a personal finishing touch.
Coffee Gift Card
Being able to actually brew coffee at home isn’t always a possibility for nurses, whose shifts may be unpredictable and who may want to do nothing but sleep when they get a chance. Make their lives simpler by treating them with a generous gift card to their favorite coffee shop. Keep it practical by choosing an establishment that is close to their workplace for easy use. That might mean forgoing the cute little mom-and-pop shop downtown if the big-name coffee shop is closer to work. No matter what you choose, they’re sure to love having a few bucks to spend on their beloved lattes and teas.
Hand Lotion
Nurses need to wash their hands constantly. It’s enough to create serious dryness—the type that can cause significant discomfort. Show that you care by surprising them with a great hand lotion. Avoid anything with a heavy scent, as fragrances can be disturbing in medical environments, and it might not be something that your recipient loves anyway. Opt for a powerful formula instead of the fancy bells and whistles, such as Kiehl’s Since 1851 Ultimate Strength Hand Salve. It’s formulated to treat even the driest skin and drench it with moisture.
What better way to spoil your favorite nurse during the holiday season? These thoughtful gifts will give them something to smile about, both on workdays and on their days off!
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