Nursing shoes that aren't clogs

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Specializes in NICU, Trauma, Oncology.

I am looking for a pair of shoes for nursing school that aren't clogs. I just can't seem to walk in them and I'm fearful that I will break my ankle wearing clogs. Are there any non-clog type nursing shoes that offer good support and comfort?

TIA

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Specializes in Anesthesia, ICU, PCU.

This might sound a little gross, but I've been wearing the same pear of white Reebok low tops for the past 3 years. They met nursing school's basic requirement of being [mostly] impermeable to fluids, and by now they have most certainly proven that quality. Since then I've been through a couple of Dr. Scholl's insoles for extra arch support and comfort.

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Specializes in Gerontology.

I like the Nurse Mates brand.

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Alegria makes some nice nursing shoes and they have some styles that are not clogs. They are very comfortable and have lots of cute colors, but can be expensive.

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I wear sneakers. New Balance usually.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.
Are there any non-clog type nursing shoes that offer good support and comfort?

1. Cherokee Rockers

2. Nurse Mates

3. SAS

4. Alegria

5. Dr. Scholls nursing shoes (found at Wal-Mart)

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Specializes in L&D.

I used to wear crocs a lot.

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I used to swear by my SASs. Have also had good experiences with NurseMates.

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Specializes in Specializes in L/D, newborn, GYN, LTC, Dialysis.

Asics. LOVE EM. Get em at Famous Footwear, usually a good BOGO sale going on. Lots of cool bright colors to choose from. VERY comfy.

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If you aren't into fashion, New Balance has been my shoe of choice for many years. Add in some Dr. Shoal's and start 'gellin.'

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Academics.

I wear all-white Air Jordan high tops. I need the ankle support that high tops give due to a chronically inflamed tendon in my ankle.

When I first got them, a male night nurse practically drooled all over them! Apparently, they are hard to find in all white.

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I have worn Avias for years, you most likely need an all white shoe and that will be difficult to find. I also use insoles to pad and give extra support.

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