What shoes are good for certified nursing assistant type of work?

I made an article about "Things you should know about CNA jobs" and I found that question (subtitle) when I checked the page traffic. This is one of the keywords or questions typed in the search engine and landed to my page. Since I have something to share about this based on my experience as a CNA and from recommendation of some friends and co-workers.
Most CNAs in my area wear different kinds of shoes. I remember, one of my co-workers said, " Don't buy expensive shoes when working as a CNA, it will not last long. Of course, when working as a CNA, it is part of our job to bring residents for "shower" everyday and our shoes get wet.
But my husband has a different point of view. He advised me to buy good quality shoes. One of his co-worker mentioned about a certain products that most of them have tested. They're not working as a CNA of course. They were talking about taking care of your feet and your entire body. Walk comfortably and less stress. Since I started using this shoes, It really makes a great difference. I love walking, as if I was walking on my bed.
He ordered me a dansko nursing shoes. Wow! It really makes a difference. Even it gets wet every day, I feel comfortable and less tired. I was trying to find the exact model but I couldn't find it. Anyways, as long as it's a Dansko, I am highly recommending it.
In this post, I will be featuring different shoes that CNAs' are using based on my online and offline research. Also you can vote for your favorite nursing shoes below.
Contents at a Glance
Spotlight Review
Dansko Women's Veda Clog,White,39 EU / 8.5-9 M US
Amazon Price: $69.95 (as of 02/23/2012)![]()
This review is from: Dansko Women's Veda Clog (Apparel)
These are wonderful! I have major foot problems and was worried I'd only be able to buy the clogs... WRONG! This is a REAL tennis shoe that's cute, stylish, has REAL LACES (that you can tie), and is comfy, soooo comfy! This is a great cheaper option to just kick around in:)
CNA and Nurses Recommends:
Dansko
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I've been wearing this pair of Danskos for 5 years and they're still holding strong. The insole does feel a bit hard to me these days, so it needs a thin cushy insole. Otherwise, they look great, I run a polishing cloth thingy over them every couple months to add a bit of gloss to them. These Danskos were more expensive than other shoes, but they're worth it, they're great quality and built to last. They won't fall apart on you.
Therashoes
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Sketchers Shape Ups
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SAS brand shoes
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Slip Resistant Shoes - sketchers
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Klogs
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New Balance
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Spotlight Review
Amazon customer review
New Balance Women's WW927 Walking Shoe,White,9 B
Amazon Price: $124.95 (as of 02/23/2012)![]()
leather
Rubber sole
ABZORB SBS is an engineered, non-cellular elastomer designed to provide optimal shock absorption and no compression set
ABZORB provides a superior blend of cushioning and compression set features with Dupont Engage and Isoprene rubber for the ultimate ride
C-CAP is a compression-molded EVA for superior midsole cushioning and flexibility
ROLLBAR TPU posting system minimizes rear-foot movement that, when combined with TS2 system, achieves the ultimate in motion control
LIGHTNING DRY lining
Crocs
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Puma
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Cherokee
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Feb 10, 2012 @ 1:11 pm | delete
- really good selection and styling here! Shoes are very important b/c all day we are on our feet on hard concrete floors. Shoes will help our knees and hips and overall heath and happyness. great lens!
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