New CNA (what attire and accessories should I buy?)

[jjic3982]

Hey everyone,

I'm starting a new job (subacute), and I was wondering if there were anyone who knew if I should be buying new scrubs, stethoscope, and the like.

Did your facility provide you with scrubs and materials? I'm buying one but at the interview, color code was not mentioned so I'm just going to go with any common color.

Also, do you think my stethoscope from nursing assistant school is fine? Or should I buy a new one?

I only have a nice white watch and pair of shoes so far. Didn't get lucky finding scrubs at Goodwill, so Walmart is my next visit!

[rn/writer, RN]

Try MarcusUniforms.com. They have a wide selection of brands and styles at reasonable prices. And they have a sale section, too. Most of my stuff is from Marcus. I've always felt the Walmart scrubs were kind of stiff and I don't like the way they fit.

Hope you find out something soon.

[Gennabean,CNA]

If you can handle the anxiety of not having instant gratification Of buying new stuff with your new CNA job (I know I can't ;P) then check out allheart.com they have the CUTEST CHEAPEST scrubs. I've bought the CUTEST print tops for like 6 bucks. And if you want solids they have every color under the sun. :)

Also, I wouldn't recommend buying used scrubs. I mean, you don't know what kind of unholy, ahem, stuff have been on them. Unless, you know, you are planning to wash them in biohazard cleaner and bleach :)

Have fun and God Bless

[Ev1987]

Salus uniforms are pretty affordable, and you can order your scrub sets online. I would stick to purchasing my uniforms, sneakers, writing utensils and a watch.