45 Nurse Graduation Cap Ideas (NICU, ER, Pediatric, OB & More)
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Graduation Cap Ideas Nursing Majors Will Love
Congrats to you!
Whether you’re about to graduate, OR you’ve just been accepted into nursing school:
It was no easy task.
Getting in, finishing it, and everything in between takes diligence. Nurse life is, to say the least, busy.
As a result, the time between clinicals and finishing your program is precious. Little things, like finding cute nurse graduation cap ideas, have a way of falling by the wayside.
Since your free is limited:
I put together a post to help you out. I present to you 45 graduation cap ideas for nursing majors. You can easily zip through for some great inspiration!
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Nurse Grad Cap Decorations
Please enjoy these funny, charming and creative graduation cap decoration ideas for nurses. Above all, they’re a wonderful way to commemorate all of the hard work you put in.
Hah! But really, though. In light of recent years events, this is a great reminder.
Bedazzle your BSN cap like this for some added flair. I bet it looks extra AMAZING when the sun hits it just right.
This Grey’s Anatomy inspired design is sparkly, yellow happiness. It’s always a beautiful day to graduate!
I love caps that are unique and really like this one.
Giving credit where credit is due. Let them know who you are now and that you’re proud of it.
This one is absolutely adorable! The color scheme is so pleasing.
P.S. if you love this cap you can get the exact same one here!
Friends obsessed friends! This one’s for you!
White on black with some cute flowers thrown on. A simple yet beautiful idea for those who are strapped for time.
Some more bedazzlement, flower power, and a cute quote. Love it!
Grey’s Anatomy quotes and nurse grad cap designs are a match made in heaven.
EaRNed Not Given Graduation Cap
This cap gives off some serious valentines day vibes and I’m here for it.
Show off that school pride by incorporating the colors onto your cap.
Geometric? What an acute idea.
When in doubt, go with a glitter base and accessorize with flowers.
This cap wins all the designs! Nurse Jackie, you for sure eaRNed it.
✅ Not sure what decorating supplies to get? I love this glue for any kind of crafting and this paint works perfectly on graduation caps. Better yet, check out my other recommendations for decorating supplies here.
Funny Nursing Graduation Cap Ideas
I had to include at least one idea with a quote from Legally Blonde.
There couldn’t be a better time to make use of this Game of Thrones.
Who hasn’t thought they were NOT going to make it through school and then somehow miraculously pulled through?!
Pretty in pink and in charge.
K’s Krafty Corner makes some of the best nurse cap designs!
Now is the time to let your punny side out.
Spongebob makes the best inspo for school tbh.
Funny and cute – I think we have a deadly combo here.
Gets an on call shift – no, not really.
Time for Shots Graduation Cap
Administering shots is the whole reason you became a nurse, right?
WHAT- faux fur lined?? This time for shots grad cap is changing up the game.
Male Nurse
Lol but really, don’t worry.
I know it’s my destiny!
This male nurse cap decoration is waaay too adorable. Every BSN graduate needs this!
Upcycling wine corks done right.
ICU / NICU Nurse
This cap is absolutely precious, oh my goodness! The life is full of tiny miracles saying is perfect.
✅ Not sure what decorating supplies to get?  I love this glue for any kind of crafting and this paint works perfectly on graduation caps. Better yet, check out my other recommendations for decorating supplies here.
So true. NICU nurses are superheroes.
When you know you got this!
Harry Potter, flowers and an inspiring quote – this combo can do no wrong.
Punning is winning in my books.
ER Nurse
The ultimate nurse graduation cap ideas are these “select all that apply” ones.
Checking off that degree, ya’ll!
This fun, painted-on ER nurse design hits all the nursing points.
The heart beat of any hospital is the nursing staff for sure.
LPN
The little details on this cap are everything.
Pediatric Nurse
“e kÅ«lia i ka nu’u” means strive to reach the highest. I think this girl did!
Isn’t this just the most darling cap decoration?
P.S. you can pick up this design on Etsy!
Pediatric nurses are actually stuck in Neverland- and they love it!
Obviously needed a Disney one here and this one is 100% ADORABLE.
OB Nurse
I’m cracking up, this cap topper is great!
I’m thankful for all OB nurses. Because without them, a lot of us would of had a harder time being here!
How to Decorate Your Graduation Cap for Nursing
This video will walk you through how to easily decorate your grad cap.
Nursing stickers for graduation cap
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Final thoughts on nurse grad cap ideasÂ
I hope these nursing graduation cap ideas have made you all the more excited to graduate and start working in your chosen department!
Nurses are so appreciated. We all know they’re the real backbone of a functioning medical center.
So thank you for doing what you do & happy graduation!
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About Jade H.
I’m Jade, a full-time college student pursuing a degree in nuclear medicine down in southern Oregon. Fun Fact: I’m a makeup and unicorn enthusiast! I’m just trying to navigate this crazy thing we call life, while also being a full-time mom to a fur child and a fur-less child.