What are the best shoes for nursing?

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notjustanurse

86 Posts

Specializes in ICU, Telemetry, PACU, Med-Surg.

I have tried tons of shoes and the ones I always go back to are my K-Swiss sneakers. The basic kind that come in all leather, white or black. I can make it in Birkenstocks, but the K-Swiss are more comfy for me.

chemisttoRN

2 Posts

Thanks so much everyone for the recommendations. I think I will start trying some but keep my crocs close by till I find the right pair.

kimsey

48 Posts

If you don't have to wear white shoes, then I highly recommend just a pair of Merrell's - I got a pair about 3 years ago now that are water proof and they are the best pair of shoes I've ever owned and they look like they're still relatively new and I assure you I am pretty tough on my shoes. I also have to wear orthotics for my high arches and they fit perfectly inside. They really are waterproof as well, I can walk through rain/puddles and my feet stay completely dry.

I had a pair of Nurse Mates when I was in school and they were comfortable but they made my feet stink SO bad even with socks - never had a pair of shoes do that to me before.

The Merrell's ran me about $120 for the waterproof type and they have paid for themselves.

I recommend going and trying shoes on - if you think you can get a better price on the internet then go try them on first and then order online.

Link to the pair I have: http://www.amazon.com/Merrell-Womens-Pandora-Ventilator-Athletic/dp/B0043CHRKC/ref=pd_sbs_shoe_5 (I don't see them on Merrell's site anymore, but i didn't look very long)

jreynrn

10 Posts

Specializes in Med/Surg, Rehab, OR.

I wore Danskos for years and loved them. But then, I don't know if something changed with them but they didn't seem to fit the same, so I went to sneakers, but unless you get the perfect sneaker, it didn't work for me. So, I tried Crocs and I love them and now wondering where in the world they have been all my life!!! I know you said you don't like the look of them but man are they comfy. But you have to go with what works best for you.

bbuerke

36 Posts

Specializes in Oncology.

I love my Quark Pro-Air II Nurse's shoes. I had a pair of Dansko's and my feet have never hurt so bad. I returned them soon thereafter, but then someone told me that you have to give them 2 weeks to break in. No break in time needed for my quarks, they are durable, comfortable, have great padding/inserts, and vents on the side so your feet can breathe. They are also less than $50 a pair - can't beat that!

I have also heard good things about the Z-coil, several coworkers swear by them, one w/ plantar faschiitis. Weird lookin shoes, but they work and make a fun conversation piece ;)

jodiw4572

7 Posts

There's a new brand coming out next year, 4Eursole, and many people have tried on a prototype sample and said it's absolutely amazing. I've heard they will be available in stores in March, and there's already a list of people waiting for them! Sometimes there are promotions that offer a discount code for a free pair!!!!

lepew

185 Posts

Specializes in nursing education.

I tried Danskos but the top of my foot kept going numb. I currently wear Alegria and I adore them. I teach and have 9 students at clinical so constantly running. My feet love the Alegria! I have the zebra striped ones! So many colors to choose from ..

LifeLearner776

34 Posts

I enjoy my Alegria's - great support.

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