Nurses wear fob watches for a variety of reasons, including:
Hygiene: Fob watches are less likely to spread germs and bacteria than wristwatches because they are worn on the chest and not near the hands.
Hands-free: Nurses can check the time without using their hands, which are often busy with procedures or covered.
Timekeeping: Nurses need to know the time for appointments, breaks, and other schedules. They also need to take timed measurements and vital sign recordings.
Documentation: Nurses need to fill out patient charts and documentation.
Style: Fob watches can be a stylish accessory.
Ease of cleaning: Silicone fob watches are easy to clean because the watch dial and metal pin are removable.
Fob watches are clipped onto the shirt or scrubs and worn upside down so that the nurse can tell the time without touching the watch.
Overview
Features:
- Some key features to look for in a nurses watch include a clear and readable dial with large numbers, a clip or pin-on design, easy to clean, durability, and a second hand, which is essential for taking accurate pulse readings.
