Let the nurse in your life know just how appreciated they are with one of these thoughtful gifts for nurses. With the help of some real-life nurses, we have put together some of the best present ideas for those in the field. From pampering products to tools of the trade, novelty pens, and layering pieces to wear to work, we have covered just about every area imaginable and each price point. Whether the nurse on your gift-giving list is a veteran of the healthcare industry or a nursing student about to embark on their career, we’re sure you will find a gift on this list that they will love! Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned.
Best Gifts For Nurses
1. Personalized Tree Ornament, $11.99 at Personalization Mall
Your favorite nurse will love this ceramic ornament, personalized with their name and the tools of their trade. With the two-sided version, you can include a personal message on the back of the ornament, sharing a seasonal sentiment of up to 10 lines with your favorite healthcare worker. Available in blue, green, and pink, the ornament includes a ribbon for hanging and a red velvet storage bag, making it present-ready. Personalized Tree Ornament, $11.99 at Personalization Mall Personalization Mall
2. Healthcare Heroes Gift Box, $39.99 at Hickory Farms
Thanks to this sweet Hickory Farms box of coffee, tea, candies, and a candle your personal healthcare hero will know exactly how much they are appreciated! There’s even a travel tumbler with the slogan “Some heroes wear scrubs” for your favorite nurse to bring their drink on the go! Packaged in a beautiful teal blue box with artwork designed specifically for healthcare heroes, this is one present you won’t even have to wrap! Healthcare Heroes Gift Box, $39.99 at Hickory Farms Hickory Farms
4. Sunbasket Fresh & Ready Meals, $100+ at Sunbasket
Sunbasket’s Fresh & Ready menu features chef-quality, single-serve microwavable meals that are perfect for a nurse with a busy schedule and no time to cook when they get home from a shift. They won’t have to worry about grocery shopping, either, with these pre-prepped and perfectly portioned meals delivered to their door each week! Sunbasket offers a variety of dishes available in just about every dietary lifestyle, with gift cards available in pre-set and customizable amounts. Sunbasket Fresh & Ready Meals, $100+ at Sunbasket Sunbasket
7. Marshmallow Knit Socks, $17.95 at Victoria’s Secret
After a long shift, she’ll love slipping her tired tootsies into these warm and cozy socks. The polyester socks are partially made from recycled materials and feature no-slip grips on the soles. “They’re so soft but also not too thick to wear with my tighter fitting boots,” raves one reviewer. Marshmallow Knit Socks, $17.95 at Victoria’s Secret Victoria’s Secret Sephora
10. Medical Charm Bangle, $34 at Alex and Ani
With decorative embellishments that represent just about everyone and everything, this bangle is where it’s at. Any bracelet-loving nurse will wear the medical charm bangle like the badge of honor it is. Available in a stunning silver or gold finish, the nickel-free bangle expands from 2” to 3.5”—and looks beautiful when worn alone or stacked with other bracelets. Medical Charm Bangle, $34 at Alex and Ani Alex and Ani These monogram pouches come with a personal punch thanks to their lettering detail. With two inner slip pockets and the tasseled zipper closure, this leather pouch is the perfect way for the nurse in your life to tote small accessories back and forth to work.
12. Luxe Core Sheet Set, $131.15 at Brooklinen
Made of a buttery-soft sateen, the luxurious 480-thread count means that each time they hit the pillow, they’ll settle in for a cozy night’s sleep. Available in a range of colors for all bed sizes, including Twin XL and California King. Luxe Core Sheet Set, $131.15 at Brooklinen Brooklinen RELATED: Thoughtful Gifts Your Girlfriend Will Love RELATED: The 50 Best Gifts Under $50
26. On-Shift Sweater Knit Jacket, $128 at Figs
It can get cold in hospitals and medical facilities, but he’ll be toasty warm all day long in this sweater knit jacket from Figs. But this ridiculously soft layering piece isn’t just a sweater—it’s a whole storage system! Nine pockets will give him plenty of space to hold all of the essentials he needs for a day at work! Available in light gray, dark olive, and charcoal, and in sizes S to XL. On-Shift Sweater Knit Jacket, $128 at Figs Figs
28. Popcorn Gift Set, $29.99 at Popcorn Factory
Want to give them a gift that really packs a pop? Then this gift set will do the trick! Five individually wrapped bags of popcorn (white cheddar, butter, cheese, caramel, and cookies & cream) are packaged in a retro red and white striped decorative box adorned with a stethoscope. Yum! Popcorn Gift Set, $29.99 at Popcorn Factory Popcorn Factory
29. Nurse Appreciation Box, $29.99 at Bunny James Boxes
Packed with sweet treats, this box from Bunny James is full of healthy snacks and a few body-care favorites. This gift set of herbal teas, a honey face mask, high-protein snack bars, and an adorable bandage badge clip will surely give them a reason to smile! Nurse Appreciation Box, $29.99 at Bunny James Boxes Bunny James Boxes
30. Novelty Nursing Pens, $14.95 at Always Fits
Next to their stethoscope, nurses are always carrying pens. This adorable set of novelty pens features funny phrases that any nurse will appreciate… and keep them smiling throughout their rounds! Novelty Nursing Pens, $14.95 at Always Fits Always Fits
33. Underscrub Tech Tee, $36 at Jaanuu
She’ll feel like she’s wearing her favorite tee-shirt to work thanks to Jaanuu’s favorite tech tee. A perfect layering piece to wear underneath scrubs, the lightweight top is made of a super-soft material for optimal breathability. Available in eight colors and from sizes XXS to 3XL. Underscrub Tech Tee, $36 at Jaanuu Jaanuu
39. Speidel Scrub Pulsometer Watch, $60 at Speidel
Crafted with medical professionals in mind, this watch does more than just tell the time—it makes pulse reading faster and easier than ever! Reflective watch hands offer better visibility in the dark (perfect for night-shift nurses!) and the built-in 15-second interval quadrant ring makes pulse taking a breeze. Speidel Scrub Pulsometer Watch, $60 at Speidel Speidel Next, check out this comprehensive gift guide for everyone on your list!
