Wellness Archives - NurseBuff https://www.nursebuff.com/category/wellness/ Nursing Humor and Lifestyle Blog Tue, 07 May 2024 02:04:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Best Comfortable Nursing Shoes https://www.nursebuff.com/comfortable-nursing-shoes/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=8236

When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. Nurses, here is a list of the most comfortable nursing shoes for you. Nurses are always the go-to people within the hospital when it comes to doing most of the caring for the […]

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What If I Experience Racism as a Nursing Student? https://www.nursebuff.com/racism-in-nursing-school/ Wed, 21 Feb 2024 18:56:25 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=18603

Do nursing students experience racism? Before we answer that question, let’s bring it back and explore the term racism itself. Racism is defined as assaults on the human spirit in the form of actions, biases, prejudices, and an ideology of superiority based on race, which persistently causes moral suffering and physical harm of individuals and […]

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Top 5 Nursing Shoes for Flat-Footed Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/nursing-shoes-for-flat-feet/ Sun, 14 Jan 2024 01:00:29 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=8746

When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. Being a nurse is not easy. Aside from spending long hours attending to all your patients’ needs, you also have to face a lot of stress every day. These things aren’t […]

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The Best Nursing Shoes for Women https://www.nursebuff.com/nursing-shoes-for-women/ Sat, 09 Dec 2023 01:00:04 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?page_id=2210

Every nurse knows you need to invest on the best pair of nursing shoes you can buy to be able to work well. Check out our top picks.

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Top 15 Stress-Busting Tips For Night Shift Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/survival-tips-for-night-shift-nurses/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 01:00:54 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=1783

Do you always dread working night shifts? Nurses would love to have normal working hours if given the chance. But night shifts are part of our job, and we don’t have any choice but to suck it up and deal with it. If you’re a night shift nurse, don’t fret. With the right planning and […]

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Best Shoes for Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/best-shoes-for-nurses/ Mon, 06 Nov 2023 01:00:57 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?page_id=2103

When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. Finding the best shoes for nurses isn’t as easy as it sounds. Even though there are so many choices, you may still find it hard to find a pair that has […]

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10 Healthy Foods To Combat Fatigue https://www.nursebuff.com/five-healthy-foods-to-combat-fatigue/ Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:00:45 +0000 http://nursebuff.wordpress.com/?p=358

For a machine to function effectively, it needs the right amount of quality fuel. More so,  for a person to be as productive as possible, he needs the best foods to fight fatigue. And contrary to popular belief, you can actually combat excessive tiredness without the need to buy daily supplements which promise people “complete […]

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Why Nurses Should Do Strength Training https://www.nursebuff.com/strength-training-for-nurses/ Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:51:06 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=17958

One of my greatest fears as a nurse used to be something you’d probably never guess. I have plenty of anxieties working as a nurse: making an error that could harm a patient, not being able to find parking and clocking in late, or not having enough caffeine before starting my shift, resulting in me […]

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19 Easy And Fun Halloween Costumes For Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/halloween-costumes-for-nurses/ Wed, 26 Oct 2022 14:00:02 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=4114

Are you looking for cool Halloween costumes for nurses? The “sexy nurse” is an old and tired stereotype. You’ve probably already Googled for nurse costumes and we’ll bet that most of the results show sexy nurse costumes in different states of undress. There’s a lot more things you can dress up as though and we’re here […]

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ICU Nurses and Burnout: How to Protect Yourself https://www.nursebuff.com/icu-nurses-and-burnout/ Fri, 12 Jun 2020 01:39:55 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=13551

Working in the Intensive Care Unit or ICU isn’t for the faint of heart. Usually, the patients there are the sickest ones in the hospital. This means that the patients there require nurses who are physically, mentally, and emotionally fit. Such demand puts ICU nurses at an increased risk of experiencing Burnout Syndrome. What is […]

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How to Be A Healthy Nurse: 11 Health and Wellness Tips for Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/how-to-be-a-healthy-nurse/ Fri, 24 Apr 2020 06:49:44 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=13433

Nurses work hard to keep their patients safe and in the best health possible. Unfortunately, a lot of them struggle to look after their own health. A lot of nurses experience high levels of stress, poor sleep, and obesity. Some of them even struggle with chronic back pain (1) that makes it hard for them […]

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Nurse Hacks: 6 Solutions to Dry And Cracked Hands https://www.nursebuff.com/nurse-dry-hands/ Fri, 10 Apr 2020 10:00:38 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=12784

Handwashing is a crucial part of being a nurse (1). No matter what area or department you’re in, you’ll need to wash your hands to avoid spreading bacteria and prevent contamination. Unfortunately, constant handwashing can leave your hands dry, cracked, and painful. And if you fail to do something about it, you might even end […]

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13 Best HIIT Workouts For Weight Loss (From Pinterest) https://www.nursebuff.com/hiit-workouts-for-weight-loss/ Fri, 10 Jan 2020 15:00:05 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=9040

Are you considering trying HIIT workouts for weight loss? Many nurses shy away from physical exercise because a nurse’s work is already physically draining. Still, real exercise powers you up rather than drains so movement from work may not actually count as exercise. With a nurse’s limited time and energy, HIIT is one of the […]

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10 Christmas Nail Designs For Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/christmas-nail-designs-for-nurses/ Mon, 05 Aug 2019 12:06:47 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=12043

As a nurse, you may not always be allowed to paint your nails. However, since it’s Christmas season, we figured you’d like something exciting and fun. With that, we collected some of the most brilliant and festive Christmas nail designs for nurses. Most of the designs are super easy to create that even nail art […]

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10 Essential Makeup Tips Every Female Nurse Should Know https://www.nursebuff.com/nurse-makeup/ Sat, 20 Apr 2019 15:44:22 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=4408

As a nurse, it’s important to keep a well-groomed appearance. Apart from making you look extra pleasant to your patients, it’ll also boost your confidence, even if you are working on a really busy shift. If you are new to using makeup products, however, the idea of putting them on your face can be intimidating. […]

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Nursing Shoes for Men https://www.nursebuff.com/nursing-shoes-for-men/ Mon, 25 Mar 2019 17:19:29 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?page_id=2215

When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. Finding the best nursing shoes for men can be tricky. While men’s and women’s nursing shoes are somewhat similar, they still have differences that can affect your comfort, protection, and the […]

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Look Amazing With The Best Makeup For Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/best-makeup-for-nurses/ Mon, 25 Mar 2019 04:57:25 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=12612

When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. With nurses working such long hours and even taking on extra shifts, it’s easy sometimes to let your looks go. However, looking good despite everything will not only make your patients […]

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11 Clothing Tips for Male Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/clothing-tips-for-male-nurses/ Mon, 04 Mar 2019 07:56:03 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=12434

Finally! Fashion tips for male nurses. Most of the time, nursing articles are written with women in mind. This is most likely due to the fact that 91% of nurses are females and only 9% are male. Well, don’t worry, murses. In this post, the spotlight is on you and how you can look your […]

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5 Best Scrubs You Can Buy Online https://www.nursebuff.com/best-scrubs/ Tue, 05 Feb 2019 09:29:11 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=10285

When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. Wearing the best scrubs on your shift won’t only make you look good, it can greatly improve your day, too. Just like how the right pair of shoes can make you […]

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Best DIY and Commercial Sunscreen For Nurses https://www.nursebuff.com/best-sunscreen-for-sensitive-skin/ Mon, 04 Feb 2019 16:08:57 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=10138

When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. As nurses, we know that skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer and one of the most preventable at that. If you are going to be under […]

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9 Pieces of Clothing that Every Medical Professional Should Own https://www.nursebuff.com/medical-attire/ Thu, 31 Jan 2019 12:51:14 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=12221

Your choice in clothing at your medical job projects an image to your patients and colleagues. Depending on your field and primary clientele, you may want to promote a more relaxed image or a more professional “starched” image. Regardless, whether you are a medical assistant, a nurse-in-training, or an ER doctor, there are key articles […]

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Using Gratitude Against Burnout: One Nurse’s Experience https://www.nursebuff.com/how-to-avoid-burnout-in-healthcare/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:37:51 +0000 https://www.nursebuff.com/?p=12175

I remember the exact moment where I realized I was utterly and completely burnt out from nursing. At two o’clock in the morning on that night shift, it was a very, very close call that I didn’t quit the profession altogether. It had started out as a long and busy shift, with admission after admission. […]

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