Hello allnurses!I am beginning clinicals in a few weeks and we have a long list of DON'TS as part of our footwear requirement. I am having trouble finding nursing shoes in the stores that fit this requirement. I would like something more modern too and not the traditional looking shoe. Any footwear suggestions or help would be appreciated!List of Don'tsNo CrocsNo Croc-like shoesNo sneakersNo sneaker-like waves on soleNo sling backsNo clogsNo holes or heel showingRequirement - white, working-service shoes. Argh!
yousoldtheworld 1,196 Posts Has 5 years experience. Aug 27, 2010 I have never understood the point of having such strict requirements on shoes for clinicals. What's the point??Anyway, a lot of people around here wear these Timberlands: http://www.scrubsandbeyond.com/product/stethoscopes_and_nursing_shoes_and_clogs/nursing_shoes_and_clogs/buy-timberland-shoes/timberland-pro-professional-series-nursing-shoe.doThey are a bit pricey for clinicals shoes, though. If the small blue heart wouldn’t get you in trouble, I know Nurse Mates make several styles that would suit your needs.These are some closed in shoes by Klogs: Klogs Naples - Womens Leather Nursing Shoes - Orthotic Shop I know they name says they are a Clog, but they have a back on them. I would probably go with those if I were shopping for this...Klogs have amazing cushioning and good support.
kawaiikw 23 Posts Aug 27, 2010 Check out Alegria Shoes Professional Line. It features a great footbed that offer very good arch support, Slip resistant outsole and stain resistant upper finish. Alegria Debra Professional Nursing Shoes
Bell13, ASN 77 Posts Has 11 years experience. Aug 27, 2010 I really don't understand why either but I don't want to make a big stink about it. Thanks for the info ladies!
SunnyC 3 Posts Specializes in ICU. Has 3 years experience. Aug 28, 2010 I like Merrell shoes for everyday so I bought a pair of jungle moc pros. Slip on's, white, very comfortable even with plantars fasc. I had to order them online. Silly that there are so many restrictions for clinicals, different in the "real world".
