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1. I hate night shift

   neft replied to carrie_c's topic in General Nursing

   I've worked nights and even two full time shifts and it is not the best health wise. Check out this article on ways to reduce risk of shift disorder

2. How long did it take to get use to working nights?

   neft replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

   Some people here mentioned caffeine. Caffeine is not recommended even three hours before your night shift is up as it works together with the circadian clock to keep you up and you don't get a proper restful sleep. It is recommended to sleep immediat...

3. RNs who LOVE nights, read me

   neft replied to RNsuperstar's topic in General Nursing

   If you have to work nights it is recommended to stick to a schedule and try not to do rotating shifts if possible. Also stick to the same routine on weekends. Check out some good info at Jobs Working Nights