Hi all,First clinical day coming up next Sunday (ahhhh), and I need to have a wrist-watch with a second hand.Anyone have any good recommendations? I'd want it to be a little loose to accommodate hand-washing and I have a decent sized wrists for a guy, I'd say...Thanks in advance! 0 Likes
beekee 836 Posts Jan 29, 2017 The cheapest plastic thing you can find. No cloth or leather or any material that can't handle being wiped down with disinfectant. 0 Likes
RiskManager Specializes in Healthcare risk management and liability. 1 Article; 615 Posts Jan 29, 2017 Amazon.com: Casio Men's MRW2 0 Likes
elkpark 14,633 Posts Jan 29, 2017 Cheapest thing you can find that is waterproof and has a second hand. Something that can be cleaned, with bleach if necessary. Something that won't bother you if it gets ruined in clinical -- something you can consider basically disposable. Save the "nice" watches for outside of the hospital.I got v. good results from a $7 (I think that's how much it was -- selected from their cheapest assortment of watches) watch from Walmart -- silver metal with a metal expansion band. 0 Likes
marie.rn2419, RN Specializes in ICU. 71 Posts Jan 29, 2017 I wore a cheap one from Walmart through nursing school. For my graduation, my husband bought me a really nice baby-G (chick version of G-shock). My watch has lasted me years, and I plan to buy the same watch when this one goes. As for mens watches, my husband works an active job, as well, and wears a men's G-shock that he loves. I think his was around 160$, and worth the investment. But, in school, just get something to get you by for now. Who cares what it looks like. Edited Jan 29, 2017 by marie.rn2419 clarification 0 Likes
sallyrnrrt, ADN, RN Specializes in critical care, ER,ICU, CVSURG, CCU. 2,395 Posts Jan 30, 2017 I wear Rolex,but casio and Timex.....just as functional 0 Likes
HouTx, BSN, MSN, EdD Specializes in Critical Care, Education. Has 35 years experience. 9,051 Posts Jan 30, 2017 You can also go with a pin-on fob watch... HERE is an example. At first, it's a tad awkward to look down rather than at your wrist, but the added convenience for hand washing is a real plus. 0 Likes
Flatline, BSN, RN 375 Posts Jan 30, 2017 I personally really like and have seen a lot of other nurses wear an Apple watch. When your hands are full, let's say holding pressure or restraining a combative patient, it is nice to be able to sent a text by speaking to your watch or be able to see messages without pulling out your phone. Definitely not for everyone though. 0 Likes
