A badge buddy is a type of identification accessory worn by healthcare professionals. It typically hangs vertically behind or beside their ID badge. It serves to provide quick visual cues about the wearer's role or responsibilities within a healthcare setting. Badge buddies often have color-coded designs or text indicating the wearer's department, role, or level of expertise. For example, a nurse might have a badge buddy indicating their specialty area such as "RN" for Registered Nurse, "ER" for Emergency Room, or "ICU" for Intensive Care Unit. This helps patients and colleagues easily identify and recognize who is who in a busy hospital environment.