On May 12, we celebrate International Nurses Day, a time to acknowledge the ongoing contribution nurses and midwives make to our community. Skechers want to say thank you to all nurses, midwives and essential workers who continue to show up and help keep us safe each day.
We support essential workers with footwear designed specifically to protect and support those on their feet all day, ensuing they remain safe and comfortable when supporting those who need it most.
Skechers footwear works just as hard to provide safety and comfort, as our frontline workers do for those in their care. Featuring slip-resistant outer soles, waterproof uppers, cushioned arch support and air-cooled memory foam innersoles for all day comfort.
We’ve asked our hardworking nurses and midwives to share what inspired them to enter the profession, what they love about nursing and how Skechers footwear supports them this International Nurses Day.
Holly – @nurse_lemaz
Registered Nurse
What do you love most about being a nurse?
Nursing is a rewarding career. It’s one of the few professions where you get the privilege of helping bring human life into the world and being there to support those taking their last breaths.
What inspired you to become a nurse?
My grandfather died of kidney cancer when I was 12 years old and, I remembered how much his nurses helped and supported him throughout his hospitalization, advocating for him to spend his last few months with his family at home. This experience made me want to go into nursing.
What do you love the most about working in Skechers shoes?
I love how light, durable and comfortable they are. When you are a nurse, you are on your feet all day, you have situations that require you to be quick on your feet, and you deal with all types of bodily fluids throughout your shifts thus, you need great protective footwear to keep injuries to a minimum. Skechers aren’t big and chunky like most nursing shoes you can buy, they look cool and sporty when I wear them, which is why I love them even more! My favourite style of Skechers footwear is the women’s work relaxed fit: Uno
Cath – @midwifecath
Nurse, Midwife and Author
What do you love most about being a nurse?
I love that I can meet new and interesting people, plus a bonus of caring for newborn babies.
What inspired you to become a nurse?
I have always wanted to be a midwife for as long as I can remember. Caring for people is what I do, so, I’m grateful for a fabulous career.
What do you love the most about working in Skechers?
When I started nursing, my mum said always wear comfortable shoes. I have walked many miles nursing and always have worn comfy shoes. Skechers shoes are soft, comfortable and look good when in scrubs!! My favourite Skechers work footwear is the women’s relaxed fit: Ultra Flex SR shoes.
Franz – @thenattynurse
Registered Nurse
What do you love most about being a nurse?
I love how nursing is still one of the most trusted professions in our community today. I love being in a position of influence, enabling patients to make appropriate decisions for their health, inspiring, supporting and mostly being there for them in their lowest times.
What inspired you to become a nurse?
Several years ago, my mother was diagnosed with abnormal bleeding, and I have witnessed her pain and the desperation my family had to go through. This was my most significant source of inspiration to pursue nursing.
What do you love the most about working in Skechers shoes?
I love how comfortable they are to wear, especially being on the floor standing all day, the memory foam really makes working so much easier. My favourite style of Skechers work footwear is the men’s work relaxed fit: Flex Advantage-Bendon SR.
Skechers work footwear range comes in a variety of styles from lace up to easy slip-on varieties. Shop the entire Skechers work footwear range online or head to your local Skechers store.
