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7 Gifts a Retiring Nurse Will Love

Looking for the perfect retirement gift idea for a nurse? Whether he or she’s your colleague, family member or friend, we’ve got you covered with seven great ideas. We searched hundreds of options and narrowed them down to this select list we think nurses will love.

Retired Nurse Mug
Once an RN, always an RN. Retired Nurse,
that is. This funny mug is great for a nurse with a sense of humor. Perfect for a retirement party.
101 Fun Retirement Ideas
After years following medical routine, your nurse might benefit from some fun ideas to get the new life going. This light-hearted book has 101 suggestions to get the most out of the golden years along with some funny pictures.
Retired Nurse Shirt
This subtle, smartly designed unisex shirt looks great and will be an appreciated addition to the post-work wardrobe.
You're Only Old Once! by Dr. Seuss
This Dr. Seuss book is a great retirement gift for anyone in the medical profession. Includes some humor about doctors and hospitals that a nurse will get a kick out of.
50 States, 5,000 Ideas
For an active nurse who likes to get out and about, this book of travel ideas in the USA will inspire countless trip ideas. Maybe he or she will even invite you on some of them.
Retired Nurse Life Glass
Toast to your nurse’s retirement with this quality stemless wine glass that reads “retired nurse life.” Perfect for a spunky nurse who’s the life of the party.
Redefining Retirement for Nurses
This book contains stories from fellow retired nurses who offer ideas on how to parlay their wisdom and skill to productive and satisfying ends when the job ends. Especially relevant for high-powered nurses who still want to make an impact as they enter retirement.

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