I just had a question for those who have done night shift full-time. How is it to do 40 hours a week, 8 hour night shifts? Are 3 twelves easier on your body? Either way, My husband will watch the kids, so I can get sleep.
I've never had to do night shifts before, but am looking at doing it to get my foot in the door, and have to choose between the union hospital with the brand new OB unit that does 8 hour shifts, or the other nonunion hospital that does 12 hour shifts. I could go per diem, but then I would have to pay for medical benefits for the whole family, and the hours are not guaranteed, but I could choose to work days/evenings.
Warmly
RNKitty