Nursing students across the country are gearing up for graduation right about now, and this momentous occasion deserves a grand celebration.
While there’s no way to give back any of the blood, sweat and tears your friends or family endured while going through clinicals and schooling, we rounded up a few of the best gift ideas for the nurse graduate in your life.
Whether you’re looking for a nurse practitioner graduation gift or a registered nurse gift, there’s something on our list for the future healthcare worker in your life.
Gifts under $10 for nursing graduates
Gold Bond Ultimate Healing Hand Cream
Prep them for a future of copious hand-washing with this bestselling lotion from Gold Bond. Chock-full of “intensive” moisturizers and vitamins A, C and E, several Amazon shoppers who work in healthcare swear by this pick for how quickly it delivers relief to parched paws.
Chill Pill Nurse Bath Bomb
Long shifts are on the horizon for them, so make sure they’re equipped with a proper dose of self-care to unwind when they finally get home. These “chill pill” bath bombs are made with a calming blend of colloidal oatmeal
Propofol Pen
For the future nurse with a good sense of humor, these medicine label-inspired pens will make the perfect writing mechanism for all their future charts and notes.
Clothing and accessory gifts for nursing graduates
Physix Gear Sport Compression Socks
Compression socks keep blood circulating in the legs to help avoid swelling. This bestselling pair with nearly 62,000 verified five-star ratings will be perfect for long shifts spent on their feet!
Cherokee Women’s Scrubs Jacket
Since hospitals are known for being on the chilly side temperature-wise, this scrub jacket is a good gift to help them stay cozy and comfortable on the job.
Nine West Women's Rubberized Watch
This budget-friendly watch from Nine West is great for nurses since the band is made of rubber and super easy to clean after a long shift.
Nurse Heart Stethoscope Monogram Quarter-Zip Pullover
This lightweight sweatshirt shows off their nursing pride no matter where they wear it. This quarter-zip sweatshirt is available in a dozen colors, has a stitched stethoscope and can be customized with their initials.
Figs Zamora Jogger Scrub Pants
It’s hard to argue with 33,000+ shoppers rating Figs’ scrub-style joggers a near-perfect average, but take it for one nurse previously interviewed by Shop TODAY who personally loves them, too. “They are so soft, breathable and most importantly stretchy, unlike sterile surgical scrubs. They also wash up perfect every single time!”
V Coterie Stethoscope Enamel Ring
They can flaunt their pride in their profession 24/7 with this dainty stethoscope ring. It comes in four colors and is offered in sizes 4-10. It even comes packaged in a pill bottle-shaped box!
Dear Ava Nurse Necklace
This special nurse necklace from Dear Ava is a thoughtful and beautiful gift. It symbolizes all the hard work she accomplished to graduate from nursing school and all the difference she is sure to make in the workforce.
Dansko Women's Professional Clogs
A pair of comfortable and durable shoes are a necessity since nurses sometimes spend over 12 hours a day on their feet. Shop TODAY interviewed a handful of nurses on the best nurse shoes and Dansko clogs were among the supportive shoes that they prefer to wear while working.
V Coterie Stethoscope Ring Keeper Necklace
Nurses often can't wear jewelry while on the clock but this necklace will help them keep valuables close. The stethoscope at the center of the chain is designed to hold their rings!
Clove Women's Classic Sneaker
Long shifts won’t be a problem for these sneakers from Clove. Designed by a husband who watched his wife go through countless pairs of shoes during nursing school and her first job, these shoes are designed for long-lasting comfort. They are available in several additional colors along with men’s sizes.
Dagne Dover Dakota Backpack
A work bag is a necessity for a nurse. This Dagne Dover backpack is made of 100% premium neoprene that’s water-resistant and hand-washable, which is ideal for those working in a hospital. It has enough room to carry their scrubs, a change of clothes and shoes, a packed lunch and whatever else they’ll need for their shifts. It even has a dedicated spot for things like a lip balm, keys and phone.
Personalized gifts for nursing graduates
Custom Stethoscope ID Tag
This custom stethoscope ID tag is another great gift to spruce up that uniform. You can choose from over 80 stamp designs including a Band-Aid, an EKG rhythm and a caduceus.
MakerPlace by Michaels Custom Acrylic Keychain
This adorable iridescent keychain can be added to her actual keys or her bag like a bag charm. It has four parts: a tassel in the color of your choice, an acrylic charm that says "nurse" and two heart-shaped ones you can personalize, one with their name and one with their nursing abbreviation.
MakerPlace by Michaels Personalized BSN Pin
This personalized pin is a great way for them to display their profession with pride. It can be customized with their name and their birthstone!
Personalized Class Of 2025 Graduation Plaque
Commemorate this important life milestone with this personalized plaque that comes in three different sizes. You’ll have so much fun customizing this acrylic heart, which includes over a dozen cap and gown hues to choose from to match your grad’s school colors.
StethoGrip Stethoscope Holder
This is the perfect solution for when your grad gets tired of carrying their stethoscope around their neck. They can clip it onto their scrubs while they’re on the clock and onto their bag when the day is done, all while keeping their stethoscope compact and accessible.
Custom Name Stethoscope Necklace
You can customize this dainty Etsy’s Pick necklace with a variety of different materials including sterling silver, gold, rose gold or even 14K gold if you’re looking to splurge. You can also add their name and birthstone.
Delivery gifts for nursing graduates
Cheryl's Cookies Nurses Call the Shots Chocolate Box
If you’re not sure what to get your friend or family member after graduating from nursing school, you can’t go wrong with a sweet treat delivery. This care package from Cheryl’s comes with an assortment of chocolates to make their work day a little sweeter (and a cheeky saying they'll certainly agree with).
Sincerely Me Self-Care Nurse Spa Gift Set
Everybody loves a fun-filled gift box. This bestselling set from Etsy comes with everything they need for a relaxing day: vanilla epsom salts, pink sugar soap, oatmeal-loaded bath bombs and more.
UrbanStems The Coquette Bouquet
When in doubt, go with a beautiful flower delivery. This bouquet from UrbanStems comes with a mix of pink blossoms that are bound to make any nurse smile after graduating.
Unique gifts for nursing graduates
Adult Coloring World Nurse Coloring Book
Being a nurse isn’t always easy. And for anyone, it’s important to take a step back once in a while to decompress. Since adult coloring books are known to help reduce stress and promote relaxation, this book made just for nurses is a great inexpensive gift idea.
"Becoming Nursey," by Kati Kleber MSN RN
“Becoming Nursey,” by Kati L. Kleber is a good page-turner to gift to a newbie healthcare worker. This book offers advice on work-life balance including how they can provide the best possible care for patients and themselves in a hectic work environment.
Retractable Badge Reels
This eight pack of retractable badge reels feature nurse-themed illustrations and phrases to spruce up their uniform.
Body Restore Aromatherapy Shower Steamers
This six-pack of aromatherapy shower steamers is perfect for relaxation & rejuvenation and has over 14,500 verified five-star reviews on Amazon. Practice self-care with these luxe scents from eucalyptus & mint to citrus and lavender.
Bentgo Stackable Bento Lunch Box
Their daily schedule is bound to be chaotic, so prep them for a stress-free meal break with this bento box set currently adorned with over 33,000 verified five-star ratings on Amazon.
“I work as an ED nurse and sometimes I have to eat in quick bursts due to the unpredictable nature of the job and the Bentgo has been awesome!” one verified shopper commented. “Having the 2 compartments keeps everything separate and now I don’t have to worry about my food getting squished in the packed work fridge since it’s a hard case.”
Nurse Jiji Silicone Erasable Wristband
Over 1,900 Etsy shoppers praised this affordable (and bestselling) silicone wristband for how effectively this works while they’re on the clock. “I get compliments all day by other nurses and patients on how cool it is,” said one recent reviewer who gave it five stars.
What Do You Meme? Nurses Edition
Perfect for game night or happy hour with their future colleagues, this special edition of the popular adult party game features picture and caption cards that’ll deliver tons of comedic relief even on the hardest days.
Whitecoat Clipboard Nursing Edition
This foldable clipboard features information on the exterior that nurses use almost daily including lab values, pain scales, injection sites and more.
Stanley The Quencher H2.0 Flowstate Tumbler
A tried-and-true favorite amongst reviewers and the Shop TODAY team, we’re sure your favorite nursing grad is sure to love the uber viral Stanley Quencher. The sturdy tumbler holds a solid 40 ounces of liquid so they don’t have to constantly refill their favorite beverage.
World’s Best Nurse Custom Bobblehead
This custom bobblehead lets shoppers choose the perfect eye color, hair color and customize more features to best resemble their favorite nurse. This gift is great for the caregiver in your life who could use a good laugh after a long day at the office.
Keurig K-Mini Plus Single Serve Coffee Maker
Nurses have to deal with long shifts on their feet and will always welcome a fresh cup of coffee. The Keurig K-Mini Single Serve Coffee Machine makes tasty coffee fast and its five-inch width is perfect for small spaces.
3M Littmann Stethoscope
What goes perfectly with a stethoscope holder? A Littmann stethoscope! Prepare your nursing grad for their first job with this classic gift that they can take with them through the years.
Uber eGift Card
It’s no secret that nurses often have to work long hours, so what better way to show your appreciation for their hard work than with this Uber gift card? It can also be used for Uber Eats, and any nurse will agree that not having to cook after an overnight shift sounds like the best idea ever.
How we chose
The Shop TODAY editors and writers search the internet to find the best products and sales out there across retailers. We use our own personal experiences with products and brands to make shopping easier for our readers.
Don't forget to check out Shop TODAY's other gift guides to find the perfect gift for every grad on your list including teachers, pre-schoolers, 5th graders, middle schoolers, high schoolers and more.
