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While Nurses Day has been observed by the government since 1982, nurses nationwide have celebrated since 1953. Nurses have one of the most thankless jobs out there today. Sometimes patients don’t realize just how much goes into caring for them on a daily basis.
Nurses work longer and harder hours than many “outsiders” would ever realize. Nurses are dedicated, passionate people who want to help make as many people as possible feel better. Nurses week is a fantastic way for all the nurses to get together and appreciate what each other does on a daily basis and with a smile on their faces (most of the time). It is also a great public awareness event that reminds everyone about the nurses they have interacted with in the past and to show appreciation for them.
Scrubs 123 is proud to be a supporter of nurses everywhere. Our focus is to make the process of getting nursing scrubs easy and a little bit fun so you can stay focused on your patients and yourself. As a token of our gratitude please enjoy 20% off your purchase using the coupon code: NURSEWEEK20. Offer expires at 11:59 on Friday May 11, 2012.
The Pocket Dilemma
With scrubs you can have as many or as few pockets as you can dream of. The standards are usually 1-4 pockets on a scrub top. For pants, it can go up to 7 pockets! How do you know which garment to pick? Some nursing professions need all the different pockets while others have hardly anything they need to carry on them at all times.
If you are dentist or dental hygienist chest pockets on your tops are not necessary. Since there is so much bending required, it would be almost dangerous to carry many things because something could fall onto the patient. A great option for tops would be the 8800 series. It has many different print designs as well as solid colors. It has two pockets near the waist to hold something temporarily like tissues or a cell phone.
For a nurse working with children, you may need some more pockets to hold all your equipment. Something like the 4256s V-neck would be ideal to keep the pens, cell phone, lollipops & medical equipment organized and easily accessible.
Prefer to have your pockets on your pants? There are plenty of places to have those as well! Again, each profession will require a different placement. You can get pants on the back, the sides and the front of the scrubs.
Side pocket:
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| ComfortEase 9351 | AngelStat 896 | ComfortEase 8854 |
Front Pockets
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| AngelStat 894 | ComfortEase 8850 |
Back Pocket
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| PerforMAX 800 | ComfortEase 900 | AngelStat 600 |
Vets- Ideal scrubs for handling animals of all kinds
Today’s veterinarians & veterinarian technicians handle lots of pets. These pets range from the dogs & cats to snakes, horses and more. It is imperative to have scrubs that are durable as well as made of material that is easily washable.
Handling animals like dogs & cats which can shed, having cotton heavy scrub will only make the hairs stick to you more. Nobody likes to to start looking like their patients! Wear scrubs that are more polyester. While polyester sounds like it might be rough and uncomfortable, there have been huge strides in the processing of polyester. Now polyester is one of the softest materials for scrubs with the same qualities of polyester. For veterinarians, we suggest getting tops & pants from our PerforMAX™ line. The scrubs are made of 100% polyester and have special wicking which allows the fabric to take moisture away from the skin which keeps the wearer dry & cool.
Additionally, veterinarians need a lab coat that can handle the daily activities in the office. For this reason we suggest the MDT12: Unisex Staff Length Lab Coat. The staff length allows you to move easily without having a long lab coat to get caught on the knee when kneeling up & down to greet the animals. This lab coat also has ample pockets for all the accessories and items that a veterinarian needs to examine their patients. This particular lab coat is made of 80% polyester/ 20% cotton. This is a good ratio when handling animals. It is easy to brush off the hair from the animals.
For all your practice’s scrub & lab coat needs check out scrubs123 for extensive options for scrubs & lab coats.
Lab Coats for Him & Her!
Women's Staff Length MDT11
Men's Full Length w/ Knot Button 317
All of our lab coats can be custom embroidered and typically ship in 7 days (typically in two if you don’t get embroidery).
ComfortEase Cargo Pants- A S123 Favorite!
One of our favorite scrub pants would have to be the ComfortEase Unisex Cargo Pants with Drawstring. These pants have three pockets to carry all the daily items a nurse might have. Two of the pockets are on the sides of the scrub pants which allow for easy access, and are deep so they can carry the bulky items such as highlighters/ sharpies or treats for your well behaved patients (perfect for nurses who work in pediatrics!)
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Not only do these pants have lots of space to store things, they feature a four panel construction for added durability. These scrub pants are also comprised of 65% polyester and 35% cotton to give you a comfortable pant that has minimal shrinking and the color won’t fade. These scrub pants are available in regular length and tall length (35” inseam). This pant can be paired with the 910 reversible top or the ComfortEase Women’s Tunic top (8851).
A Soft Touch: ComfortEase 900 & 910
The 910 & 900 Reversible nursing scrub set is our most popular ComfortEase top and pants. ComfortEase is our softest scrub brand with a blend of polyester and cotton. By blending these two materials, we get the softness and comfort of cotton, while having the strength and durability of the polyester. The polyester also reduces the amount of shrinking that will occur.
The pants have a braided drawstring to make it easy to tie and untie the pants. They also have one large pocket in the back to store items temporarily when you need to free up your hands. The loose cut of the legs allows anyone with any body shape to find a pair that is comfortable and fit perfectly.
The top has one chest pocket, perfect for any nurse that has only a few items to carry throughout the day. It also is generously cut so that there is more room across the back. This allows you to move freely without feeling constricted by your scrubs.
Both the top and the bottom have a soil-release finish which helps keep scrubs cleaner and resist stains. They are also reversible in case you get a cut in the pocket- this way you can keep the scrubs for a little bit longer!
Nurse’s Gear
A nurse does more than what any patient realizes. Nurses are the medical provider, the support system, the stern mother, the maid, and so much more. To do all these rolls nurses must be equipped. Here is our Nurses’ Gear Guide-
1.) Pens. A staple of the nurses’ arsenal. You never know when you will need a pen, and it would be very smart to always keep a back up because somehow pens have a knack for running away when you need them the most. If you don’t want the pen staying loose in your pocket, take advantage of the scissor pocket. Clip the pen onto the scissor pocket and the pen will stay in one place so you can find it when you need it. Use a scrub top like the AngelStat™ V-neck w/ two pockets which has the additional scissor pocket within the front pocket.
2.) Scrubs with pockets. Lots of them! With all the different items nurses need to carry around from patient to patient, pockets are a must have for scrubs! For maximum number of pockets, match the PerforMax™ 839 scrub top with two large pockets with the PerforMax™ Cargo scrub pants which has four pockets (2 front and 2 side pockets).
3.) Peppermint oil or other scented oil- for the patients that don’t smell like flowers or candy. Sometimes it’s just nature that a few patients will not smell good. But as a nurse, we must go in and stay professional and friendly. So, a little secret is to put some peppermint below the nose so you can smell something nice and remain composed and prevent the patient from feeling conscious about their body odor.
4.) Bag of tricks. Aka the tote bag that holds all the items a nurse needs throughout his/her shift. With all the items that are needed for the job on a daily basis, plus the personal items such as lunch, a wallet, phone, extra scrubs, change of clothes, etc. a nurse needs a bag that is able to hold it all and still look cute & trendy. Check out Medline’s trendy totes made of 50% recycled products and prices start at just $6.18!
5.) Stethoscope. Many nurses are responsible for having their own stethoscopes while on their shift. It is important to get a high quality stethoscope. We think it’s also important to have a back up stethoscope, because when working in the medical profession, we know surprises are the norm and a back up stethoscope should be in the nurse’s arsenal
6.) Scissors: You never know when you or a fellow nurse/ doctor will need some scissors. They can be for serious issues like cutting patients out of their clothes in the ER, or opening a package of fruit snacks for a patient who is too weak to open it themselves.
7.) Music: When you are on break, you need to escape the drama & stress the job brings. Go somewhere quiet and listen to your favorite music. Music is known to help relieve stress and it will certainly break up the day being able to listen to some music half way through the shift!
For all of your accessories & scrub needs visit www.scrubs123.com for the lowest prices on quality scrubs!
Spring time scrubs
It is officially spring! Which means it’s time for spring cleaning to make room for some new scrub tops! Here, spring means printed scrub tops and bright cheerful colors! Here are our suggestions for printed tops:
226: These bright printed tops are on mock wrap shirts that are fitted to every body type. They are the kind of top that will put a smile on everyone’s face!
4693RDOR: This bright orange top is bringing retro back! Perfect for that rainy day where everyone needs some sunshine!
8800: These scrubs tops are a bit more muted for the folks who want prints but not all the flash and bright colors.
800: Another great option for anyone looking for printed tops that aren’t flashy & bright.
The big colors for the spring are: Purple, Orange & Turquoise. Play around with these colors: mix and matching these colors and maybe doing purple pants with a black or khaki top. For all your scrubs needs shop www.scrubs123.com!
Myths About Sleep
March 5-11 is National Sleep Awareness Week™. This is around the time that the clocks are changed to an hour ahead and many people will lose an hour of sleep. The goal of the National Sleep Foundation is to spread awareness on the importance of sleep and how to make time in our busy lives to get the necessary amount of sleep. In honor of National Sleep Awareness Week, here are two myths & facts about sleep that we can easily relate to associate as nurses!
You can “cheat” the amount of sleep you get
I know we all think we can do this. We will just substitute sleep with sugary foods & caffeine galore! However no matter how much energy you pump into your body, you will still crash after the sugar/caffeine high. If you don’t get the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep you will go into sleep deprivation and that could lead to health problems. As nurses, sometimes we are asked to do overtime and take on extra shifts. While our patients are our #1 priority at work, we have to make sure we are giving ourselves enough time to get sleep and recharge the battery. A nurse with little to no sleep is no good for patients who require our complete attention to the details!
Ways to stay awake while driving
We have all heard the tips: crack the window, turn on the AC or pump up the music will help you stay awake on those late night drives back home. However, most of these seem to be ineffective. If you are tired there are two options. 1.) Get to a rest area and take a 15-30 minute nap to re-charge your battery or 2.) Get a caffeinated drink to help you stay awake for a little while. The only downside with the caffeinated drink is that you will have to wait about thirty minutes before you will feel the effects of the caffeine. If you have to drive at night after a long shift plan ahead: either take a quick nap after your shift at the hospital then drive home, or drink an energy drink of some kind a half an hour before your shift ends. Ideally you would avoid driving at all while you are tired, but understandably you can’t avoid it all the time.
Try to remember to take care of yourself and get the necessary amount of sleep so you can be 100% on your shift. As nurses you know it’s imperative that you stay on top of your game and for some, mistakes can lead to big problems. Sleep well and be rested for your next shift. If you need help, check out the National Sleep Foundation’s website for tips as well as sleep professionals in your area.
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National Nutrition Month!
March is National Nutrition Month. “Get your plate in shape” is the theme of this year’s nutrition month focusing on eating the correct portions of the recommended food categories. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is bringing awareness of eating healthy to America and how easy it is to eat healthy. We are all guilty of choosing the candy bar or greasy burger over the healthier options at least once in the past year. I am guilty of doing this more than once! For the month of March challenge yourself to eat healthier every day!
As many of us know, the obesity rate in America is alarmingly high (as of 2008, 33% of Adults in America were considered obese according to the CDC). Over the last few years this has leveled off which gives some experts hope that people are becoming more aware of what obesity is and how dangerous it is. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics among other organizations are making a big push to try and get people to now do something about their obesity. Even if someone is not obese, eating healthy is still very important. While weight loss might not be a goal for all, eating healthy is something everyone should do because it helps keep the body stronger and feeling great!
The Academy has lots of resources and recipes to help you achieve that goal. Try to add vegetables and fruits to all your meals. For example, in the morning make a strawberry banana smoothie with your breakfast instead of coffee, then for lunch have some carrots with your favorite low fat salad dressing. Then for dinner go grilling! Make kebabs with your favorite meats and add chunks of vegetables like peppers, tomatoes, zucchini or mushroom. If you like to cook, check out the recipe ideas on the Academy’s website for some delicious new meal ideas as well as different ways to make not so healthy meals healthy!
If you continue to switch out the fatty and sugary foods with more fruits and vegetables you will start feeling great! Celebrate that feeling with a new pair of scrubs from www.scrubs123.com!