A Complete Guide to Nurse Uniforms & Clothing

WorkArmour recognises that nurses are the lifeblood of the health industry; so it’s only fitting that our nurse uniforms are made from the heart. We know that a quality nurse’s outfit needs to be as comfortable and flexible as it is practical and durable, while still presenting a professional image. WorkArmour's range of healthcare products, including medical scrubs and patient gowns, is designed with these needs in mind, and are built to optimise worker performance during the longest and most demanding of shifts.

As a wholesale distributor, WorkArmous specialises in providing scrubs and uniforms tailored for medical professionals across various healthcare settings, including hospitals, aged care facilities, and more. Our ensures there's a uniform solution for every role and task performed by your staff, from the paramedics to to the receptionists, and everyone in between. You can explore our vast collection of uniforms for nurses here, where you’ll find scrubs tops, cargo pants, maternity pants, straight pants, bootleg pants,  women's tunics, lab coats, and more.

WorkArmour provides an extensive selection of medical attire, including scrubs, nurse tunics, and patient gowns, all crafted to meet the rigorous demands of the healthcare industry. Featuring soft touch fabric that remains comfortable for long shifts, yet can withstand countless industrial washes, each garment in our healthcare uniform collection is meticulously designed to adhere to Australian Standards, ensuring they meet the specific needs of the fast-paced medical environment.

Tailored Solutions for Hospitals & Clinics, Healthcare Professionals

WorkArmour tailors to both needs of healthcare professionals everywhere; from hospitals, and clinics, to hospitality uniform suppliers, to each individual health worker. Understanding that each institution has its unique demands, we focus on delivering high-quality, standardised uniforms that not only meet but exceed the expectations of durability, comfort, and functionality required in these high-pressure environments. We pay close attention to the materials, designs, and features of our uniforms, ensuring they align with the rigorous standards of medical and hospitality industries, and we can deftly handle bulk orders with speed and precision, without compromising quality on garments that offer comfort, hygiene, and practicality.

Why is comfort an important factor when selecting medical uniforms for staff?

Comfort should be an utterly essential factor when selecting medical uniforms for staff, as the comfort of an employee will directly impact both their well-being and their performance. When staff are comfortable in their uniforms, they are more likely to be content and productive at work, enhancing patient care and team morale. Ensure your employees are fitted with comfortable uniforms that reduce fatigue and allow for unrestricted movement, which is vital for healthcare workers who often perform a variety of physical tasks and spend long hours on their feet. Workwear should be made from breathable, soft fabrics that can also help regulate body temperature and reduce the risk of skin irritation, contributing to overall job satisfaction and focus. And, of course, it’s highly important that each outfit fits the individual measurements of each worker.

Fabric for Long Shifts

WorkArmour stocks a wide selection of different healthcare apparel from a variety of different brands, so the material will vary depending on which particular item you’re considering. But broadly speaking, many of our healthcare uniforms are polyester/cotton blends, and our workwear is made with soft touch fabric that provides high performance and quality comfort.

The answer to this largely depends on their condition and the healthcare facility's policies. Generally, uniforms should be replaced when they show signs of wear and tear, such as fading, fraying, or permanent stains, which can compromise professional appearance and hygiene. It’s good practice to assess uniforms regularly and consider replacement every one to two years, or more often if worn daily in high-intensity environments, but certain facilities may have specific guidelines on uniform lifespan, so it’s a question you should ideally run past your place of work.

This will depend on which specific nurses clothing you’re looking for (as well as what’s currently in store), but broadly speaking, WorkArmour stock Australian nurses uniforms in Pewter, Hunter Green, Royal, Black, Navy, Purple, Mid Blue, Aqua, Fuchsia, Lime, Mid Blue, and more.

WorkArmour provides custom branding that can give your workwear a sleek and professional look while boosting your brand awareness. WorkArmour Solutions is open to serving businesses of all sizes , and we offer embroidery and printing services for a wide range of apparel that covers everything from shirts, pants, coveralls, chef's jackets, scrub tops, aprons, high-visibility shirts, flame retardant cargo pants, and more.

At WorkArmour, our priority is to ensure that your employees remain both safe and comfortable so they can perform optimally. With an eye on both innovation and sustainability, our commitment to quality is second to none. We stock exclusive brands designed for the medical fields, the hospitality industry, the corporate sector, and everything in between.

Brands such as Biz Care provide stylish and comfortable healthcare attire, enhancing your brand's image while fostering customer trust and loyalty.

Medi-8 provides premium hospital and medical attire, meticulously crafted for medical professionals who work relentlessly. These garments are designed not only for the comfort and durability required by healthcare workers and patients for daily use but also to endure the rigours of industrial cleaning.

Biz Collection specialises in offering a wide range of coordinating apparel, catering to various business or team needs, primarily within promotional, corporate uniform, teamwear, or workwear sectors.

You can head over to the WorkArmour website to check out our full range of workwear, or browse the WorkArmour Healthcare selection, where you can find a large selection of scrubs, gowns, tunics, jackets and headwear. Can’t find what you’re looking for? You can contact us here, email us at enquiries@workarmour.com.au, or give us a call on (03) 9111 7601, and one of our friendly staff members will be able to assist you directly.