5 Fun Nurse Game Apps
After long shifts, endless charting, and running around like crazy, sometimes you just need a fun way to relax–but let’s be real, we still somehow end up drawn to all things medical. If you’re looking for a way to unwind while keeping your nursing brain engaged, we’ve got you covered. These nurse-themed games are entertaining, slightly addictive, and might even sharpen your skills in the process. Here are our top five favorites that you should check out!
1. Operate Now: Hospital
Best for: Aspiring surgeons and fans of medical dramas
If you’ve ever wanted to step into the shoes of a surgeon while also running a hospital, this one’s for you. Operate Now: Hospital gives you a mix of performing surgeries and handling hospital management. It’s got gripping storylines and tons of medical cases to keep you hooked. Trust me, it’s both fun and oddly satisfying!
2. Medical Trivia by Trivia Star
Best for: Nursing who love testing their medical knowledge
If you enjoy a good challenge, this trivia game is a great way to test your medical expertise! It covers a variety of health-related topics, from anatomy to disease management, making it a fun and educational way to sharpen your knowledge. Perfect for quick breaks or winding down after a shift.
3. Heart’s Medicine: Doctor’s Oath
Best for: Fans of time management games with a medical twist
This one follows Dr. Allison Heart, a young doctor balancing personal struggles with patient care. If you love time management games, you’ll enjoy this mix of diagnosing, treating, and navigating an emotional storyline. It’s addictive, and honestly, it might even remind you of your own hectic shifts!
4. Plague Inc
Best for: Nurses who enjoy strategy and disease control
Okay, so this one isn’t exactly about nursing, but hear us out. Plague inc. lets you create and evolve a virus while facing off against scientists trying to stop it. It’s an oddly fascinating way to learn about disease outbreaks and public health challenges. Plus, it makes you think like an epidemiologist!
5. Prognosis: Your Diagnosis
Best for: Nurses who love challenging clinical cases
If you enjoy testing your diagnostic skills, this app is a must-try. Prognosis: Your Diagnosis presents real-life medical scenarios where you analyze patient symptoms, make diagnoses, and decide on treatments. It’s a great way to sharpen your critical thinking and medical decision-making while having fun!