The Top 15 Nurse
Discounts on GOVX
Keeping America healthy isn’t easy. Scoring these deals is.
Over the past few months, I’ve spent an inordinate amount of time walking the wings of hospitals, sitting in waiting rooms, and consulting with medical professionals. Some of it was self-induced (I’ve really got to stop playing co-ed softball like I’m Harrison Bader), and some of it was just general beginning-of-the-year maintenance and check-ups. Regardless, I’ve conducted some impromptu outreach during my appointments, evangelizing the good ship GOVX to the fastest growing group of members, showing some much overdue appreciation, and filling them in on nurse discounts, while learning what brands are getting all the love.
HERE'S THE RESULTS:
15. WELLOW
As we all know, nurses spend a good portion of their 12-hour shifts on their feet. As a hazard of the job, this often leads to poor circulation and achy legs that can lead to future issues.
Wellow and its line of bamboo compression socks have become a favorite on the hospital floor due to the level of comfort, stretch, and thermoregulation, as well as the ability to prevent blood from pooling in the feet, significantly reducing swelling.
14. GARMIN
There’s a little bit of wrist war going on in hospitals and health clinics at the moment. While some medical professionals swear by the all-mighty Apple Watch, others gravitate towards the superior battery life and accurate-as-all-hell tracking that comes with a Garmin.
At GOVX, we’re seeing nurses opt for the Venu 4 and vivoactive 6 watch with great regularity. It’s your call, but in a high stress environment, Garmin gets it done.
13. FORME
Charting for hours on end, standing during marathon surgical procedures, and attending to bedridden patients can take quite the toll on the back.
Forme is FDA-registered wearable technology designed by orthopedic surgeons to actively correct biomechanics. Essentially, it’s a collection of shirts and bras that gently "remind" your muscles to stand tall, preventing that heavy, rounded-shoulder fatigue. For bonus points, it’s also a favorite brand of Taylor Swift.
12. BROOKS RUNNING
Ever seen those TikTok or YouTube videos where a podiatrist rates popular running shoe brands? Well, spoiler alert because Brooks Running nearly unanimously ranks at the top.
While a single shift is a workout in itself, Brooks shoes are built with alignment and durability in mind, protecting your knees and back during a 15,000 to 30,000 step day.
11. ALETHA HEALTH
Founded by a physical therapist, Aletha Health focuses on the iliopsoas, the deep muscles that connect your upper and lower body by producing solutions that target lower back pain and tight hips.
10. FROST BUDDY
Want to keep your morning iced coffee from melting while you make the rounds? Frost Buddy can help. It’s a vacuum-insulated cup designed to hold real coffeehouse cups.
Good for your Dunkins’, your ‘bucks, your Dutch Bros or whatever caffeinated experiment your currently call your main drip.
9. VUORI
Attempting to upgrade your unofficial off-duty uniform? Look no further than Vuori, a universal GOVX top seller and rising brand amongst the nursing ranks.
Versatile enough to serve you well post-shift as you get comfortable on the couch or slip into for an early morning HIIT class.
8. RAY-BAN
If you’re an overnight nurse, commuting home as the sun breaks can be brutal if you don’t have the right eyewear. While it may be a balance of style and substance in the world of sunglasses, Ray-Ban has hit all the right marks for literal decades now and become a name synonymous with high quality.
Factor in that GOVX now has META AI shades in stock, landing your next look is no-brainer.
7. HYDROJUG
Be it in the lab or in your bag, nobody wants to deal with an untimely spill. HydroJug is specifically engineered to stay sealed no matter how you transport it, carry it, or store it during your shift.
The ergonomic, ambidextrous handle is also designed to be easy to handle with one hand, a must for anyone who’s a multitasker.
6. BIRKENSTOCK
Birkenstock is more than just another trending brand. Unlike modern day athletic shoes and sneakers that use foam to mask foot pain, ‘Birks’ employ a firm, anatomically shaped cork-latex footbed that actively trains your feet to distribute weight evenly along your feet.
The end result? Reduced aches from all those hours on the move.
5. BOGG BAG
The Bogg Bag is a germ gamechanger. Let me explain. Your token canvas or nylon nursing bags absorb odors and bacteria making them difficult to sanitize, which is a major no-no in an environment where hygiene is everything.
Bogg Bags are made of durable EVA, the same material popularized by Crocs. This means that if something gets on it, you easily spray it with a hospital-grade disinfectant or rinse it with soap and water over the sink to decontaminate it.
4. YETI
YETI products are known from coast-to-coast for their longstanding durability, craftsmanship, and reliability. They’re what your trust to keep the hot still hot and the cold still cold, even hours into your shift.
All in all, YETI coolers are ruggedly-engineered to carry your refreshments when you manage to get away for a few days, and the smaller drinkware models come ready to claim a semi-permanent place in your car’s cup holder. Plus, we're willing to bet that the Rescue Red collection holds a special place in your heart for obvious reasons.
3. MTN OPS
You don’t need to be nutritionist to know that sugary energy drinks and over-the-counter supplements aren’t good for your health. For nurses looking to avoid the big crash, MTN OPS comes correct with clean, healthy energy, hydration, and sleep supplements that keep you performing at your peak.
2. KANE FOOTWEAR
A welcome addition to any footwear rotation, Kane Footwear features raised footbed nodes that stimulate blood flow and massage the feet as you move.
Match that with the increased airflow and secure fit, and it’s easy to see why this brand has blossomed within the medical community.
1. BURLEBO
After being stuck in scrubs all week, who wouldn’t welcome the chance to rock some camo on route to an outdoor adventure by the lake?
Known for its longstanding commitment to all those who serve, Burlebo boasts a robust collection of high-quality performance gear for hunting, hiking, fishing, exercise, or lounging around the house.