We know that buying gifts for frequent travelers can be extremely challenging. Not only because they are constantly in a different city, may already have everything, or you may just not know what they need!
If you’re shopping for a healthcare traveler or fellow healthcare co-worker, and are feeling stumped, we’ve got you covered! We’ve put together a list of the Top 10 gift ideas for healthcare travelers. Whether or not they are just beginning their travel healthcare career or have been traveling for years, they will appreciate these gifts.
Quality Footwear
Most healthcare workers are on their feet all day working up to 12-hour shifts. They need high-quality, comfortable sneakers that provide support all day. Shoes are always a great gift for healthcare workers, they are essential for their everyday life and are an extra expense they won’t have to worry about.
The best shoes for healthcare workers are: Not only are these shoes stylish and comfortable, but they are also specifically designed for healthcare! Clove sneakers are washable, stain/odor-resistant, and have multi-layer support! They will feel like they are walking on clouds! Other favorite shoe-brands we know, and love include Hoka, OnCloud, and the Crocs healthcare line. Now, get to walking and shopping!
A Durable Tumbler
A high-quality tumbler is ESSENTIAL for healthcare workers! Whether it’s to keep coffee hot while working a night shift or to stay hydrated throughout long days on their feet.
Water tumblers are everywhere in today's market! We've outlined just a few of the many brands you can purchase for your healthcare traveler. Our favorites include Yeti Ramblers, Stanley Quenchers, the no-leak HydroJug, or an any-size Owala. These tumblers are sure to fit in any cup holder and will keep drinks cold/hot for hours!
A Travel-Friendly Tote/ Backpack
Travel healthcare workers need a tote or backpack not only to carry all their belongings to and from work every day, but it doubles as a great travel bag! You’ll want to consider ordering one large enough to store all the necessities for traveling to or from an assignment or shift. This could include scrubs, stethoscopes, laptops, books, water bottles, facemask, shoes, etc.
The best travel-friendly totes or backpacks for healthcare travelers include brands such as: Knack bags, the Patagonia Tote, Calpak, or Bagsmart. You won't go wrong with anything travel-friendly, durable, lightweight, and of course with many zipper pockets! Set your traveler up for organizational success with a side of easing up their day-to-day life.
The Trendy Theragun
Being on your feet for 12-hour shifts not only is strenuous but physically wears on the body. While booking a massage is a great gift idea, it may not be the most practical for a healthcare traveler who is constantly moving their place of residence.
A travel-friendly massage gun: Why not gift them a Theragun ($249) massager by Therabody instead? It’s a handheld deep tissue massager they can take anywhere! It has a customizable speed range, 120-minute battery life, comes with a charger and four different attachments! This is a traveler’s DREAM!
A Meal Kit Delivery Service:
Who wants to go grocery shopping or figure out what to make after a long 12-hour shift? No one. That is precisely why gifting a meal kit delivery service is one of the best gifts for healthcare travelers who are always on the go.
Best meal delivery services for travelers: Home delivery services like Hellofresh and Home Chef offer a variety of meals with pre-portioned ingredients and even no-prep meal options. Gift a healthcare worker a delicious and healthy meal delivered right to their door. It’s a convenient and thoughtful gift that will be greatly appreciated!
A Roadside Assistance Membership
This may not be the most fun gift to give (or receive), but it is EXTREMELY useful for healthcare travelers! Not only does it provide peace of mind for your road-trip-loving family and friends. It is also something many travelers may not think of themselves. Exploring a new city is fun and full of adventures, including discovering where it’s ok to park without getting towed, as well as where not to park after dark. If something unfortunate happens, roadside assistance could save the day.
The best roadside assistance memberships for travelers: Gifting a Good Sam Roadside Assistance yearlong subscription (Starting at $99.95) guarantees 24/7 Roadside assistance anywhere in the country, with no towing limits, 5 call limits per year, and is free to add a spouse or family member! One of the most appreciated gifts, the gift of peace of mind while traveling to the next adventure.
Cute and Comfortable Compression socks
Looking for a useful but affordable gift for any healthcare worker? Here it is, compression socks! Compression socks are a lifesaver after spending 12 hours standing. They will help improve blood circulation and prevent soreness and pain in the legs. Socks that will give support all day!
The best compression socks for healthcare workers: Compression socks like Bombas compression socks are a medium level of compression made with a honeycomb arch support system and seamless toe for comfort. Another good option is Figs compression socks, for light compression with toe and heel padding with completely seamless compression.
A Gift Card for New Scrubs
New scrubs are always a necessity for healthcare workers, as they wear them every day. That is why a gift card for new scrubs is a great idea! It allows them to pick out the scrubs they want while still following the hospital’s approved colors.
The most comfortable scrubs for healthcare pros: Figs are stylish, comfortable, functional, and affordable scrubs that everyone will love. They take the saying “Look your best, perform your best” to a whole new level and make a great gift.
Quality Rolling Luggage
As travelers, they are fairly used to packing up and moving to the next assignment. Therefore, it is extremely helpful to have a reliable and quality set of luggage to transport their belongings to and from each assignment.
The best luggage for healthcare travelers: trustworthy brands such as Samsonite, Away, Beis, and SwissGear will sure make any healthcare traveler full of joy this holiday season! Many of these brands have warranty options, some even guaranteed. Start off your healthcare travelers next assignment right with this generous gift!
Gift cards
Travelers are constantly on the go to different assignments all over the country. Therefore, gift cards are always appreciated as a gift for travelers. It is best to choose gift cards that can be used anywhere such as Southwest, Amazon, Starbucks, Uber, Lyft, gas stations, grocery stores, and even Airbnb.
The holiday season is the perfect time to express your gratitude and appreciation for our healthcare workers. Especially to those that are working on an assignment and, working the holidays to keep us safe and healthy.
