Best Stocking Stuffers for Nurses (All Under $25!)
Best Stocking Stuffers for Nurses: Affordable, Practical Gifts They’ll Actually Use
If you're searching for the perfect stocking stuffer for a nurse, pre-nursing student, nursing school friend, or your unit’s holiday gift exchange — you’re in the right place! Nurses love gifts that are practical, cute, and make their 12-hour shifts easier. The good news? Some of the best nursing gifts are small, affordable, and incredibly helpful on the job.
This curated list features the best stocking stuffers for nurses — all under $25 — including Pocket Cards, Badge Buddy Bundles, Nurse Charm Packs, and ScrubLifeNotes® merch. Whether you're shopping for Secret Santa, unit gift exchanges, or a future nurse in your life, these stocking stuffers are guaranteed to be a hit.
🎁 Top Stocking Stuffers for Nurses (Under $25!)
1. New to ICU® Pocket Cards (Individual Cards)
Clear, visual quick-reference guides for ICU, ER, and even med-surg nurses. Our New to ICU® Pocket Cards break down complex clinical concepts into clean, colorful cheat sheets that fit directly in a scrub pocket or badge sleeve.
Perfect for new grads, clinical students, and experienced nurses who love having “best-practice” reminders on the go.
- Who It’s For: Nursing students, new grad nurses, ICU/ER nurses, preceptors
- Price: $10/card (Buy More, Save More discounts available!)
- Why Nurses Love It: Durable, waterproof, and incredibly visual. Popular cards include Ventilator Settings, Neuro Assessments, Cardiac Hemodynamics, and CRRT Basics - designed to make tough topics easier at the bedside.
2. Nurse Charm Packs
These playful (and wildly popular) nurse-themed charm packs add personality to Crocs, badge reels, and work bags. They’re cute, affordable, and fun — making them a perfect low-pressure gift for Secret Santa or holiday exchanges.
- Who It’s For: Any nurse who wears Crocs, nursing students, fun-loving coworkers
- Price: $15
- Why Nurses Love It: Adds personality to scrubs while being shift-friendly. Packs include cute nursing symbols, “Big Brain Energy®,” Blood Bags, Level 1 Rapid Infuser, Fall Risk symbols, and more!
3. Badge Buddy Bundles
A nurse favorite! Our Badge Buddy Bundles include a double-sided badge card packed with a critical-care infusion cheat sheets, plus a Sharpie, badge reel clip, and durable accessories. These are especially popular during holiday gift exchanges because they’re practical and instantly useful at the bedside.
- Who It’s For: ICU, ER, and step-down nurses; new grads; clinical students
- Price: $15
- Why Nurses Love It: Includes a Sharpie, quick-reference infusion titration ranges for 28 medications, and durable badge tools nurses use every shift.
4. Big Brain Energy® Shirts (Graphic Tees)
Fun, soft, and perfect for wearing under warm-up jackets or on days off. Our designs — like Big Brain Energy® — make them an easy gifting favorite.
- Who It’s For: Any RN, CNA, NP student, or nursing student
- Price: $25
- Why Nurses Love It: Soft, unisex sizing, and nurse-designed graphics that resonate. Perfect for unit spirit days or cozy days off.
5. Big Brain Energy® Hats
Stylish, adjustable hats featuring embroidered logos like Big Brain Energy® or our Big Brain Energy® Social Club. These are great for clinical days, gym days, or hiding post-night-shift hair.
- Who It’s For: Students, night-shift nurses, new grads, anyone with a messy bun
- Price: $25
- Why Nurses Love It: Cute, simple, and wearable year-round — plus they photograph great for graduation pictures and shift selfies.
🎄 Why These Make the Best Stocking Stuffers for Nurses
- All under $25 (perfect for budgets and gift exchanges!)
- Actually useful at the bedside — nursing is practical, so practical gifts are appreciated
- Nurse-designed, nurse-approved
- Small enough to fit in stockings or holiday goody bags
- Perfect for Secret Santa, White Elephant, and unit holiday parties
Stocking stuffers don’t have to be boring — make their holiday feel special with gifts they’ll use all year long.
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