Any nurses & parents work in an office to avoid 12 hr shifts?

Editorial Team / Admin · Apr 10

I recently transitioned from shift work to a regular office job, and I'm really enjoying it! I find it's much better for both my mental and physical health. However, some argue that shift work allows for more family time due to the days off between shifts, along with less time spent commuting. My main challenge with office work is the combined commute and work hours, amounting to about 10 hours a day, and having to work 5 out of 7 days a week. However, I do like how I can enjoy weekends off with my friends and family, and I do find I have enough energy to exercise and run errands when I get home.

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Lina_C · Jun 3

Nope rather work two 16hr shifts or three 12hr shifts so I can be free all week. I can never do 5 days a week that's insane

MSRNKRL · Jun 23

Most of my nursing career has been working Mon-Fri 8-430. My part time jobs did involve working weekends and holidays. I did this to have a somewhat more normal life while my kids were at home. I am now 4-5 years from retirement and still working Mon-Fri 730-400p. My previous position was 7a-7p but I felt I had less quality me time. I am a certified case manager and always had lots of jobs available to me. Good luck!

Nancy Huss · Jun 24

I worked in specialty clinics for years for the very same reason. No weekends or holidays. Enjoyed the opportunity to learn different specialties and also the opportunity to be promoted - Clinical Coordinator, Practice Manager and then Director. Best Wishes!