What's in my bag: everything I bring to clinical/classes!

Greta Marino

It is important to come prepared for clinical and nursing classes, because you will have some long days as a nursing student! Here's a brief rundown of everything I keep in my bag to be ready for the day.

Clinical

• Assessment kit, containing

  • Blood pressure cuff

  • Stethoscope

  • Penlight

  • Bandage scissors

  • Hemostat

  • Wristwatch

• Mini notebook: helps me jot down quick notes that will be useful for completing assignments related to clinical later on

• Pen, highlighter, sharpie

• Storage clipboard: multipurpose clipboard that allows me to store any paperwork I may need or instructions for assignments

• Personal care items: water, lunch/snack, hand sanitizer, lip balm, extra hair tie

Nursing Classes

• Laptop

• iPad

  *Either a laptop or iPad is necessary for taking exams and completing assignments, but you do not need both! However, I like taking notes on my iPad using my apple pencil and the app Goodnotes

• Pen, pencil, highlighter

• Notebook

• Water

• Snack

• Planner or calendar

Hopefully this helps you get a better understanding of everything you should bring to clinical/nursing classes! Now you can stay prepared and be at the top of your game :)