The holidays are a wonderful yet busy time of year. It is a time to show our love for our families and friends and appreciation for our co-workers. Below, I have created a list of gifts to buy your co-workers for the holiday gift exchange.
Insulated Water Bottle
Nurses often believe you can never have too many water bottles, making the gift of an insulated water bottle for your co-worker an excellent option. The size, cost, and design of the bottles vary, and below are a few examples of some of my co-workers’ favorite water bottles.
Tote Bag
Nurses carry many items to and from work, making a tote bag the perfect option for your co-workers.
- Etsy has a lot of great options for cute yet affordable tote bags for nurses.
Gift Card
A gift card to coffee shops, food delivery sites, Target, or local boutiques is a great choice.
Coffee Tumbler
Coffee tumblers are like water bottles; it is hard to have too many!
Spa or Self-care Items
Spa or self-care items are another gift option for co-workers. These can range from bath bombs to lotions, nail care products, and face masks. The possibilities are endless and often much appreciated, especially after a long day at work.
Journal
Journaling is a great stress relief tool and can come in a guided form or be a blank canvas.
Pen Bag
A pen bag is a great gift to give co-workers, whether they carry it with them throughout their shift or use it to store their favorite pens, highlighters, and markers in their bags.
Candle
Candles are a favorite gift as they are often associated with rest, creating a relaxing and stress-free environment.
Cozy Accessories
Stethoscope Charm, Personalized Work Badge, Etc.
Accessories for nurses, including stethoscope charms, personalized work badges, pens, and other items used daily by your co-workers, are always safe presents for holiday gift exchanges.
The above links are just examples of gift ideas without affiliation with the Daily Nurse.
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