The 2022 Holiday Gift Guide for Perioperative Nurses
By: Aorn Staff
Published: 12/4/2022
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Nurses are natural givers, which makes holiday shopping especially fun. AORN nurses shared their top favs to inspire your holiday shopping list for the special nurses in your life. And don’t forget to spoil yourself with self-care treats — you deserve it!
Morning Essentials
Help a nurse start a great day with these getting-ready for work essentials:
- Tumbler with daily affirmations for nurses.
- Clinical backpack that is stain resistant, charges your phone, and holds everything for a busy day.
- Meaningful planner to calendar time for commitments.
- Healthy energy and snack packing in style and convenience.
- Personal blender to make a favorite smoothie at work.
- Hydration essentials that also support play beyond work.
- A way to keep coffee or tea warm on the way.
Safe Fun on the Job
Working in the OR requires strict attire for protection and infection prevention, but that doesn’t mean a nurse has to sacrifice style or comfort. Try these nurse-approved suggestions:
- Custom smartwatch bands with any design to help them remember you care every time they check their watch.
- Happy feet with shoes that provide support, style and protection.
- Team coffee fun with matching coffee sleeves made from the heart.
- Pens in a favorite color for note taking.
- Stylish eye protection.
- A fun silicone ring
Time to Unwind
Self-care is a nurse requirement these days, so make the most of it with treats that inspire relaxation and inspiration, such as a:
- Self-massager to take care of sore muscles after a long day in the OR.
- Nurse spa day with a body and bath gift set or individual bath goodies.
- Daily affirmation cards to inspire.
Year-Round Gifts
Special deliveries are fun every day of the year, so spoil with a box subscription that will keep on giving. Here are a few fun ideas for a nurse:
Tailored Treasure Basket
Sometimes it’s fun to put together a collection of treasures for the special colleague in your life. Here are a few ideas to get started:
Or, put together your own unique collection, such as a “get through the shift” box with hair ties, snacks, instant coffee, and powder drink mixes. A baking, reading or crafting basket could be fun, too.
A Cause in their Honor
Giving a gift that keeps giving is especially poignant for a nurse. Consider donating in honor of your favorite nurse to the AORN Foundation. The Foundation will send a note – letting them know you’re thinking of them.
Special Nurse Gift Promo Code
Remember to treat yourself to the gift of knowledge, nurse comradery, reenergizing fun by registering for AORN’s 70th annual conference in San Antonio, April 1–4. The Periop Life readers can save an extra $50 off registration with promo code: GIFTBLOG. Register by December 12 and be entered to win a variety of gifts to enjoy while in San Antonio during the 12 Days of Giveaways.
Promo code valid through January 1, 2023.
Last, but not least: Don’t forget to celebrate safety this holiday season by preordering the 2023 edition of Guidelines for Perioperative Practice.
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