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Cross Over Scrub

The Change in Scrubs

“The only permanent thing in this world is change”

As a scrub lover and collector I became aware that even scrubs are not immune to change. Through the changing times, scrubs also changes, was modified and innovated.

The first nurse uniforms were derived from the nun's habit. Before the 19th century, nuns took care of ill people and the link with the uniform is made. One of Florence Nigtingale’s first students (Miss VanRensselaer) designed the original uniform for the students at Miss Nightingale's school of nursing. Before the 1940s minor changes occurred in the uniform. The clothing consisted of a blue outfit.Historically, a typical nurse uniform consisted of a dress, pinafore apron and nurse's cap. A nurse's cap or nursing cap is part of the female nurse's uniform, introduced early in the history of the profession. The cap's original purpose was to keep the nurse's hair neatly in place and present a modest appearance. In some hospitals, however, student nurses also wore a  nursing pin or the pinafore apron may have been replaced by a cobbler which is a whicw is a type of apron that covers both the front and back of the body. It is fastened with side’s ties or with waist bands that tie in the back. It covers most of the upper part of the body and is frequently used in many vocational occupations style apron. This type of nurse's dress continues to be worn in many countries.

But since late 1980's, there has been a move towards alternative designs of nursing uniforms in some countries. Newer style nurse's uniform appeared. Example of this style is tunic-style top and dark blue trousers that are optimally designed to prevent cross-infection, the color of which depends upon the grade (or, more recently, band) of the nurse - the color varies between NHS Trusts. The tunics often feature piping around the edges of the uniform and a dress in the same color as the top tunic.

Traditional nurse uniforms have been replaced with the "new" scrub dress in some countries. Most hospitals in Europe argue that the scrub uniform is easier to clean than the old nurse uniforms. This new trend resulted to division:Those who prefer the new scrubs; they disliked the old nurse uniforms and the nurses who liked the old nurse uniforms; they argue that nurses who wear scrubs are seen by the patients as cleaners and cannot be identified as nurses.

The change from traditional nursing uniform to stylish scrub is still a mystery that shows that things here on earth really change including the perception of fashion and style, of cleanliness and dirtiness and professional looking to casual.

Though there are changes I still believe that the change in the style of nursing uniform is a change in form but not in the spirit of the  nursing world. Still nurses are the same yesterday, today and in the future, as long as the spirit of service is there. No matter what the change will be in the future the most important thing are the hearts of nurses towards their endeavors.

About the Author

Penelope Rock is a product consultant for nursing scrubs at Pulse Uniform. You may check by brand or design. At present, we feature the Dickies Scrubs.

Landau Mystere print scrub top. $23.99 Cross-over V-neck print scrub top with banded trim and accent piping at neck and waist. Two deep angled pockets. 100% cotton. 26inch length. XS-2X. See why Landau is Made Better - Better Construction:Landau Care Instructions

Over Cross And Crown $14.79 Over Cross And Crown

Cross Over Dress $24.99 Chaloner Woods Cross Over Dress - Photographic Print

Cross Over Trenches $49.99 A.c. Michael Cross Over Trenches - Giclee Print

Tripplite / CROSS OVER ADAPTER / B090-A9F-X $26.32 Tripplite - CROSS OVER ADAPTER - B090-A9F-X

ALP2028 Cross Over Channel - single $4.46 Cross Over Channel - single piece

Smooth Over Body Scrub (9.88 oz.) $33 Smooth Over Body Scrub is formulated with moisturizing shea butter and jojoba oil, nourishing calendula extract, soothing aloe vera and rice bran, refreshing lime oil, antioxidant cinnamon oil and essential fatty acid-rich rose hip oil. With its slew of botanicals, fresh, citrus scent and micro-exfoliating salt particles, Smooth Over Body Scrub sloughs away dead surface cells, revealing new, radiant cells and a soft, luminous texture. Ideal post-shave and pre-tan, Smooth Over Body Scrub creates a perfectly silky texture without aggravating the skin. Suitable for all skin types.

White Cross cargo scrub pants. $19.99 Great fit and cute too! These classic fitting scrub pants sit just below the natural waist. Drawstring front with back elastic. Gathered cargo pockets. Flare-leg. Inseams: Regular 31inch, Petite 29inch, Tall 33inch. 65/35 poly-cotton. Black, white, royal, navy and pear now available in Tall length!

The Late Afternoon Sun Casts a Golden Glow Over a Scrub-Covered Dune $39.99 Skip Brown The Late Afternoon Sun Casts a Golden Glow Over a Scrub-Covered Dune - Photographic Print

Red and Orange Cloud Formation over Dune Scrub at Sunset $39.99 Jason Edwards Red and Orange Cloud Formation over Dune Scrub at Sunset - Photographic Print

Moonrise over Queenslands Ghost Gum Eucalypts and Outback Scrub Trees, Australia $34.99 Jason Edwards Moonrise over Queenslands Ghost Gum Eucalypts and Outback Scrub Trees, Australia - Photographic Print

Urbane classic crossover scrub top. $21.99 Tailored cross-over top with contrast trim has set-in short sleeves and one outside lower pocket. Side shaping to show off your curves, and vents for ease of movement. 65% polyester / 35% combed cotton poplin. Sizes XXS-3X.Landau Care Instructions

Urbane longer length scrub top. $21.99 The double pocket cross-over top is an updated version of an Urbane favorite with a longer length. (3inch) Two lower pockets keep your hands free. Relaxed fit for ease of movement. Available with contrast trim or in solid colors. 65% polyester / 35% combed cotton poplin. Sizes XS-3X.Landau Care Instructions

Cross Over $14.99 Essential Media Afw:942311394

The Cross over $19.45 No Synopsis Available

Cherokee Scrub HQ Over the Moon print scrub jacket. $18.99 This print jewel neck snap front warm-up scrub jacket features 2 patch pockets, and a cell phone pocket. The comfortable knit cuffs help keep sleeves up and out of the way. Center back length 27.75inch. Brushed Poly/Cotton Poplin.

Cherokee Scrub HQ Over the Moon print v-neck scrub top. $15.99 This classic v-neckline print scrub top features a comfortable easy fit with dolman sleeves. The roomy front pockets are perfect for storing your nursing accessories, and there is a cell phone pocket on the right. Center back length 26 1/4inch. Brushed Poly/Cotton poplin.

White Cross Marvella flat front scrub pants. $29.99 Look Great - feel Marvelous - in White Cross's new Marvella miracle fabric! This luxurious new fabric has a soft feel, elegant drape, and is easy care. These flat front scrub pants feature classic fit with multi-stitch detail at the waist. Flare-leg. Two side pockets and cargo pockets. 31inch inseam. 62% polyester/ 34% rayon/ 4% spandex.

Cross Over Steering Pitman Arm $120.99 Cross Over Steering Pitman Arm; For Use On 1999-2004 Ford Super Duty

ZIRH SCRUB Facial Scrub with Aloe $20 ZIRH SCRUB reduces the appearance of blemishes and blackheads by eliminating surface toxins and neutralizing excess surface oil. Also works to remove dead skin cells from your face. Leaves your face refreshed, refined and super-clean. A wake-up call for your skin. Directions: Pour a dime size amount in palm of hand. Massage gently over wet face and neck. Rinse. Keep clear of eye area. Use twice a week in place of ZIRH CLEAN (if you use CLEAN). Once a week if you have dry or sensitive skin. ZIRH SCRUB works great just before shaving too. Net Weight: 3.4 oz./100 ml Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera Leaf Juice), PEG-6, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Diatomeae (Diatomaceous Earth), Glycerin, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Parfum (Fragrance), Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Caustic Soda.

Tripplite / 5FT T1 RJ48C CROSS-OVER / N266-005 $29.11 Tripplite - 5FT T1 RJ48C CROSS-OVER - N266-005

Tripplite / 10FT CAT6 CROSS OVER PATCH / N210-010-GY $17.67 Tripplite - 10FT CAT6 CROSS OVER PATCH - N210-010-GY

Tripplite / 10FT T1 RJ48C CROSS-OVER / N266-010 $34.17 Tripplite - 10FT T1 RJ48C CROSS-OVER - N266-010

Tripplite / 3FT T1 RJ48C CROSS-OVER / N266-003 $27.23 Tripplite - 3FT T1 RJ48C CROSS-OVER - N266-003

Olivia Harris Fold-Over Flap Cross-Body $295 Olivia Harris Fold-Over Flap Cross-Body

Over $14.51 Over, Jane Draycott's third book, takes its title from a sequence of twenty-six poems based on the international phonetic alphabet: Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta... In these and other pieces Draycott creates a world of echoing voices and reflections. She evokes the mirrors and doorways, dreams and night-time journeys that transform the familiar: entrances into a different reality. Over explores liminal places where ocean meets land, land drops to ravine, lives intersect in piazzas. The poems cross thresholds between what is finished and what is 'not over yet', between present and past and, in an extract from her new translation of the medieval dream-vision Pearl, between a sunlit garden and the mysterious landscape of the world to come.

Cross Over Pendant by ITRE $855 Get all over light with the ITRE Cross Over Pendant. Designed by Mauro Marzollo to infuse interiors with distinctive contemporary design, Cross Over features a three-armed White ceramic shade, which casts a bright wash of ambient up and downlight. A Chrome finish on coordinating metal supports reflects and enhances the spread of light. "Like Nothing Before." ITRE USA is a distributor of extraordinary modern Italian lighting in Murano glass. For more than 20 years, ITRE has introduced the United States to contemporary Italian lighting with imaginative, step-ahead-of-the-rest designs that also reflect the traditional craftsmanship of the "maestri di Murano." The ITRE Cross Over Pendant is available with the following: Details:White ceramic shadeMetal supportsChrome finishRound ceiling canopyField-cuttable suspension cablesEnergy efficient fluorescent optionUL ListedMade in ItalyDesigned by Mauro Marzollo, 2004Options:Lamping: Fluorescent, or Incandescent.Lighting:Fluorescent option utilizes three 13 Watt 120 Volt Type GU24 Fluorescent lamps (not included).Incandescent option utilizes three 100 Watt 120 Volt Type E26 Halogen lamps (not included).Shipping: This item usually ships in 2-3 business days. Dimensions: Shade: Height 2.75 In. Fixture: Diameter 16.88 In., Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 44.5 In. Ceiling Canopy: Diameter 5.88 In.