In hospitals and clinical environments, iPhones are increasingly used to support secure communication, clinical coordination, telehealth, scanning workflows, documentation support, and staff mobility. Because these devices are frequently handled throughout the day and often shared across workflows, they become high-touch surfaces that require consistent cleaning and disinfection.
NutKase cases are designed for demanding healthcare settings where devices are used continuously, handled frequently, and cleaned often. Our cases have been wipe tested and approved with hospital disinfectants to support routine infection prevention protocols. This helps staff confidently sanitize devices between patients, shifts, and clinical areas while maintaining long-term durability and performance.
Why iPhone Cleaning Matters in Healthcare
Clinical smartphones may be carried across care areas, handled during patient interactions, and used at the point of care. In many healthcare environments, devices may move between units, staff members, or shared stations, which increases the need for reliable disinfection routines.
Consistent cleaning and disinfection supports infection prevention efforts, helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination, and keeps devices ready for the next user in fast-moving clinical workflows.
Wipe Tested and Approved Disinfectants for NutKase iPhone Cases
NutKase cases have been wipe tested and approved with the following disinfectants commonly used in healthcare settings:
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Oxivir TB, wipes and liquid spray
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Oxivir Five 16, spray
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Sani-Cloth Bleach Wipes (PDI), 10% bleach solution
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Easy Screen Wipes (PDI), 70% isopropyl alcohol
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Sani-Cloth AF3 (PDI), alcohol-free, bleach-free, and hydrogen peroxide-free
Always follow disinfectant label instructions for required contact time and safe use.
Best Cleaning Practices for iPhones in Clinical Use
When cleaning a healthcare iPhone, the case is the surface that receives the most contact. This makes it a key part of daily disinfection routines.
Below are best cleaning practices for NutKase iPhone cases in hospital settings:
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Pre-clean if visibly soiled
If the case has visible dirt, residue, or build-up, pre-clean the surface before disinfecting. Disinfectants work best when the surface is free of debris. -
Disinfect between patients and shared users
If iPhones are shared or issued across shifts, disinfect the case between patients and staff members. This is especially important during shift changes, shared carts, and clinical handoffs. -
Wipe all high-touch surfaces, edges, and corners
Be sure to wipe the entire case, not just the back. Focus on high-touch areas including side grips, corners, buttons, and cutouts. -
Avoid oversaturation near ports and openings
To protect device openings, avoid excess liquid pooling near charging ports, speaker areas, and cutouts. For liquid sprays, it is best practice to apply spray onto a cloth first, then wipe. -
Maintain required contact time per label instructions
Disinfectants require the surface to remain wet for the full contact time listed on the product label. Follow your facility protocol and the disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions. -
Use a fresh wipe when the wipe becomes dry or soiled
If the wipe stops leaving the surface wet or becomes visibly dirty, replace it with a fresh wipe to ensure proper disinfection. -
Allow to air dry before returning to clinical use
After disinfection, allow the case to fully air dry before returning the iPhone to use. This supports efficacy and helps prevent residue buildup. -
Follow Infection Prevention and facility protocol
Hospitals may have specific workflows for mobile device cleaning, isolation areas, and shared equipment. Always follow Infection Prevention guidance and unit-level protocols.
When to Disinfect a Clinical iPhone
A clear disinfection routine helps staff maintain consistent workflows, especially when phones are used across multiple care areas.
Disinfect iPhones and cases in the following situations:
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Before and after patient contact
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Between shared users or shift handoffs
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After transport between units
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After use in isolation rooms (per protocol)
What Not to Use When Cleaning an iPhone Case
To help protect case materials, maintain fit, and support long-term use in healthcare environments, avoid the following:
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Abrasive pads or scouring tools
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Solvents or degreasers that are not approved by facility protocol
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Full submersion or soaking
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Compressed air into openings
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Excess liquid pooling near ports and cutouts
A Simple Reminder for Healthcare Teams
In clinical environments, consistency matters. A repeatable routine is easier for staff to follow and easier for Infection Prevention teams to support.
Pre-clean when needed, disinfect using wipe tested and approved products, ensure full coverage and contact time, and allow the case to air dry before reuse.
Built for Healthcare iPhone Programs
NutKase cases are designed to support high-use clinical environments with durable protection, a secure fit, and customization options for facility branding and department identification. This helps reduce device loss, improve accountability, and support organized deployments across departments.
If your team is rolling out iPhones for clinical communication, secure messaging, workflow scanning, or patient-facing care programs, NutKase can support your deployment with cases built for repeated hospital-grade cleaning.