New Student Nurse: Which Shoes to Purchase?

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Hi all,

Thought those with some clinical experience would like to weigh in here...

I'm beginning an RN program though have yet to purchase my shoes. They have to be white (or black - prefer white), and may be sling-back...

So, the question is, in your experience, what's the most comfortable, light, stylish, and practical shoe to purchase?

I purchased a pair of Crocs long, long ago, before they were a brand, because I'm a kayaker/water sports person, but it seems Crocs have changed the rubber they used to use and the 'new' Crocs aren't nearly as comfortable as my old tried and true (strictly a rubber-type-issue) - wish they were white!. That said, anyone have some thoughts, suggestions, advice?

THANKS!

:)

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I wouldn't suggest wearing Crocs, in face most schools/ hospitals ban them. There are not very practical (your might spill urine and then..its now soaking through your sock..eww) and they look scrubs look even more sloppy.

I would suggest investing in a pair of Dansko clogs or finding a comfortable running shoe since you will be "running" around all day. I would not suggest and of those "toning" type shoes..trust me!! I ended up coming home from 8 hour clinicals feeling like i had a DVT (my calves were super sore). Good Luck!

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Specializes in Critical Care.

I have Crocs, Danskos and Landau clogs. The crocs protect my feet quite well. Mine are the professional ones without the holes on the top. However, I vote for Danskos too. They're spendy but well worth it!

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I do wear Dansko's casually; I have a couple of pairs. I notice because of the higher heel (I think, anyway) that after wearing them for a long day that my lower back isn't 100%. I swear by them - love them! But for longer days I don't think the heel is right for me. the Dansko 'Volley' looks really nice.. As does the Timberland "Pro Renova""... Has anyone tried Timberlands?

I guess I want something super cushy (like the old Crocs), and not just cushy, but even memory-foam-like. Heel no more than 1", easy to get on and off, that my heel won't slide around in... prefer not to have laces.

*sigh*

There just aren't any stores for a few hundred miles that have a good selection of nursing-type shoes, and it is hard to decipher online what's what.

Thanks for your help, everyone!

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