Published Dec 3, 2023
PizzaNurse2023, LPN
20 Posts
Hi, became a nurse end of August. Been working nights for little over a month. Have to pay my dues.
Torn and worn out mentally with nights. Nights can be chaotic, messy, and beautiful all in one.
Weekends have the morning with my child if need be. Have early evenings on days going into work. Have mornings as well 3 times a week in general.
Prefer to sleep in the afternoon may have to adjust when my child starts going to school 4 to 5 days a week sleep during the morning hours. See how that goes.
Days coming off work not coming back on can get an hour of sleep carry on with the day.
It does mess with my emotions and mood noticed at times moments mood is low/down.
I don't know if want days. I wonder if I have more time with my child if I did days. I have 4 solid days compared to 3 days and 2 half days.
What shift do you prefer?