I'm looking at doing a Baylor-shift type of work pattern right now. This one is in my current unit, it's an 8hr evening shift every Fri-Sat-Sun; work 24hr, get paid for 36.
I'd like input from nurses who work Baylor shifts; do you do 8 or 12 hr shifts; 2 or 3 shifts Q weekend; and how hard is it to get a day off here and there? Also, do you have any type of social life with it? Bear in mind that I'm a mid-50's aged empty nester (not young and single any more, LOL!) and am wondering if this would be a good move for me at my age. What do you do for holidays that fall on weekends? What do you feel are the pros and cons of such a shift?
I've also been offered a 12 hr Baylor shift at a smaller hospital in the float pool for just Fri-Sat. nights. I haven't worked in that hospital for about 28 years, and I don't like to float in my current hospital (it's so big and I'm set in my ways I think!)
Please give me any and all advice ASAP. I'd like to make some decision (for myself at least) by early next week if at all possible.
