NPR: Gifts

[jcprn]

I'm leaving evening shift and the unit that I currently work on and moving to day shift on another unit of the hospital; my last day is this Friday. I'd like to get something nice for my coworkers, like a "thanks for being awesome for the past 5 years" gift. It's not like I won't see them again. We have get togethers every few months and they're throwing a shower for me relatively soon. All together it would be about 15 nurses and aides so I don't want to break the bank either.

I was thinking of making some goodies and individually wrapping them for each person but I was wondering if anyone had any alternate ideas so that I can show my appreciation for these awesome ladies.

[missjenniebean]

What a wonderful idea! I think what you have is a very nice gift, you could throw in some beautiful quotes too. My supervisor did that for us on valentines day. It was super nice and I know I felt very appreciated.

[dogmama22]

I think your idea of individually wrapping goodies is perfect! I think tying on a quick note to each person saying thank you for something specific would be really thoughtful (but I'm a sap). If you wanted to get a little more creative, you could make little DIY sugar scrubs or body butter. Another fun (cheesy) idea I saw was candy bars with a personalized thank you note saying things like "you're a lifesaver" or you work so hard, now "take 5." Just a couple more thoughts to give you ideas, but I really think your idea is perfect for the situation - simple, thoughtful and inexpensive.

[carolyngrace]

Chapstick and small candles are other good, fairly inexpensive ideas

[stinybean]

Your idea sounds great!

[ThePalindromicOne]

For those that might like gardening you could get them a pack of seeds (veggies, fruits, or flowers). I think I got a "Forget Me Not" pack once which was cute!

[Bluedaisy]

I love all of these ideas....and depending on how well you know them you could indivualize to and do different ones for different people. Another idea is a tiny bottle of champagne and a glass.