Best Nurses Pocket Guide Apps

200+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

Looking for free nurses pocket guide apps? 20 of our 200+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Nurses Pocket Guide

Nurse's Pocket Guide-Diagnosis#1

Nurse's Pocket Guide-Diagnosis by Unbound Medicine, Inc.

Nursing Diagnosis, Care Plans
Editor's Choice
🏥 Medical
4.5(175 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This comprehensive app helps nurses make accurate diagnoses and develop effective care plans with access to 400+ medical conditions, NANDA diagnoses, and prioritized actions/interventions. With its user-friendly features, nurses can quickly search, highlight, and note important information to create personalized care plans and improve patient care.

Davis's Drug Guide - Nurses#2

Davis's Drug Guide - Nurses by Unbound Medicine, Inc.

DrugGuide.com Exclusive Access
Strong Contender
🏥 Medical
4.9😊(9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#15in Medical
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Davis’s Drug Guide for Nurses is an essential medication administration tool with exclusive access to DrugGuide.com, dosing calculators, drug monographs, audio pronunciations, and pill images for safe practice. Stay updated with new FDA approvals and safety alerts.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient mobile access
  • 🚀 Helpful for nursing students and professionals
  • 🚀 Reliable and trusted resource

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔍 Missing information on some drugs
RNotes: Nurse's Pocket Guide#3

RNotes: Nurse's Pocket Guide by Skyscape Medpresso Inc

NCLEX, HIPAA & OSHA tips
Worth Considering
🏥 Medical
5.0(25 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This mobile app is a comprehensive guide for nursing students and professionals, providing clinically oriented content for safe and effective healthcare delivery in various settings. With features like nursing alerts, quick-access tabs, and critical lab values, it helps users prepare for the NCLEX exam, manage common conditions, and stay up-to-date with the latest guidelines and best practices.

More Nurses Pocket Guide apps to explore

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Davis Drug Guide For Nurses
Davis Drug Guide For Nurses
Davis Drug Guide For Nurses
Medication Safety in Nursing
Free

Safely administer medications with ease using an extensive drug guide designed specifically for nurses. Access over 5,000 drug monographs, personalized note-taking, search functionality, and a 14-day free trial for $38.99/year thereafter.

🏥 Medical
(8.4K)
5
Nursing Central
Nursing Central
Nursing Central
Premier All-In-One Nursing App
Free

A comprehensive nursing app offering five best-selling nursing tools in one integrated platform, providing quick access to drug information, medical terminology, laboratory tests, disease details, and PubMed databases. Includes features like customizable notes, Grasp study system, and yearly content updates. Accessible on iOS, macOS, and web platforms.

🏥 Medical
(1.7K)
6
Picmonic Nursing & NCLEX Study
Picmonic Nursing & NCLEX Study
Picmonic Nursing & NCLEX Study
LPN FNP NCLEX RN Exam Prep
Free

An innovative study tool designed to help nursing students memorize and retain complex medical information through visual mnemonic techniques. Sign up now to revolutionize your learning experience!

📚 Education
(21K)
7
LPN Notes: Clinical Guide
LPN Notes: Clinical Guide
LPN Notes: Clinical Guide
Nurse's Clinical Pocket Guide
Free

This clinical guide provides practical, essential information for LPNs to deliver safe and effective healthcare in various settings, and helps prepare for the NCLEX-PN exam. Download the free app to try before you buy, and unlock all content with an in-app purchase to access a wealth of clinical knowledge on-the-go.

🏥 Medical
(50)
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Nurse Anesthesia Pocket Guide
Nurse Anesthesia Pocket Guide
Nurse Anesthesia Pocket Guide
For Students & Clinicians
Free

This application is a quick reference guide for nurse anesthetists, providing concise information on general anesthesia principles, obstetrics, pediatrics, regional anesthesia, and medication charts. Download the free app to try before you buy, and unlock all content with an in-app purchase to access a comprehensive resource for your anesthesia practice.

🏥 Medical
(79)
9
Bates' Pocket Guide
Bates' Pocket Guide
Bates' Pocket Guide
Physical Exam & History Taking
Free

This comprehensive guide provides medical students with a quick-reference resource for physical examination and history taking, featuring step-by-step techniques, detailed topics, and updated images. Download the guide to access essential information, take notes, and bookmark important entries, helping you to obtain meaningful health histories and conduct thorough physical exams.

🏥 Medical
(295)
10
Pocket Pharmacist
Pocket Pharmacist
Pocket Pharmacist
Pharmacist Curated Drug Info
Free

An app offering pharmacist-curated drug information with features like interaction checking, med quizzes, and med box organization. Impressively featured in known publications, it provides a fast drug search, unbiased data, and easy-to-understand details. Try it out now for a free trial!

🏥 Medical
(3.8K)
11
Nurse's Drug Handbook
Nurse's Drug Handbook
Nurse's Drug Handbook
Rx pharmacology reference
Free

Access a comprehensive Rx pharmacology reference with the Nurse's Drug Handbook, providing detailed information on medications for quick and accurate decision-making. Stay informed and enhance patient care with this essential tool for all healthcare professionals.

🏥 Medical
(1.4K)
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Pocket Prep CCRN Adult 2026
Pocket Prep CCRN Adult 2026
Pocket Prep CCRN Adult 2026
Critical Care Nursing Practice
Free

Access hundreds of exam practice questions for 22 Nursing exams in one place with CCRN Adult Pocket Prep. Choose between FREE Basic Prep or upgrade to PREMIUM for full question bank access and a Pass Guarantee! Start studying with 6 quiz modes and answer explanations today.

🏥 Medical
(1.8K)
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HESI® A2 Prep by Pocket Prep
HESI® A2 Prep by Pocket Prep
HESI® A2 Prep by Pocket Prep
Nursing Admissions Assessment
Free

Access comprehensive study prep for nursing school exams with HESI® A2 Prep by Pocket Prep. Choose between FREE Basic Prep with limited questions or upgrade to PREMIUM for full access to the question bank and a Pass Guarantee. Study features include various quiz modes and answer explanations. Download now and ace your exams!

🏥 Medical
(5.6K)
14
Saunders Comp Review NCLEX RN
Saunders Comp Review NCLEX RN
Saunders Comp Review NCLEX RN
5900 Questions + Course Review
Free

Prepare for the NCLEX exam with a comprehensive review app featuring 5900 practice questions, study mode with filters, test-taking strategies, and expert support. Get access to sample chapters and 125 questions for free, with in-app purchases available for unlocking all features.

🏥 Medical
(12K)
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Nurse Guide Clinical Procedure
Nurse Guide Clinical Procedure
Nurse Guide Clinical Procedure
200+ Step-by-step instructions
Free

This application provides step-by-step instructions for over 200 common nursing procedures, organized according to the nursing process, and includes features such as quick-reference clinical support, customizable care plans, and powerful search technology. Download the free app to try before you buy, and consider a yearly subscription to unlock all content and receive ongoing updates.

🏥 Medical
(6)
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NurseGrid Nurse Shift Calendar
NurseGrid Nurse Shift Calendar
NurseGrid Nurse Shift Calendar
Simple Nursing Work Schedule
Free

Stay organized and connected with a simple nursing work schedule app. Easily manage shifts, coordinate with colleagues, and reflect on your schedule. Download now to streamline your nursing routine.

🌐 Social Networking
(144K)
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NCLEX RN Mastery Exam - 2026
NCLEX RN Mastery Exam - 2026
NCLEX RN Mastery Exam - 2026
#1 Nursing Practice Test Prep
Free

Prepare for your NCLEX exam with a comprehensive mobile app that offers practice questions, study materials, and detailed explanations to help you succeed. Get ready to ace your exam with our all-in-one study tool!

🏥 Medical
(31K)
18
Pass CNOR Nursing Exam 2026
Pass CNOR Nursing Exam 2026
Pass CNOR Nursing Exam 2026
Study CNOR Prep Smarter
Free

This app helps perioperative nurses prepare for the CNOR certification exam with practice questions, detailed explanations, and test-taking strategies. Download it to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and simulate the exam to gain confidence and pass with ease.

🏥 Medical
(5)
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RNotes®
RNotes®
RNotes®
Nurse's Clinical Pocket Guide
Free

This clinical companion application provides nurses and students with quick access to essential information, helping them improve patient care and prepare for the NCLEX examinations. With features such as full-color images, step-by-step procedures, and customizable notes, users can find answers fast and make informed decisions at the point of care.

🏥 Medical
(38)
20
ATI TEAS Mastery | Test 2026
ATI TEAS Mastery | Test 2026
ATI TEAS Mastery | Test 2026
Test Prep & Practice Questions
Free

Prepare for the 2024 ATI TEAS exam with an all-in-one study tool that offers comprehensive practice tests, flashcards, and study materials. Ace your exam with confidence - start preparing today!

📚 Education
(13K)