How far from your current home would you be willing to drive (one way) to work?

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  1. How far from your current home would you be willing to drive (one way) to work?

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      61-80 miles
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      As far as it takes

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How far from your current home would you be willing to drive (one way) to work?

Specializes in OB.

For years I drove about 45 miles each way to work. It was all rural (across the Rez) so only one turn and no stops the whole way (unless Grandmother was taking her sheep across the road). Since I had a house full of teenagers at the time, in those pre cell phone days, I really enjoyed the quiet time to myself!

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

I was a factory worker before I became a nurse. When I was employed at the factory, I had a one-way commute of 120 miles (240 miles round trip). Back then I had less options for employment near my home due to the vulnerability of having no education beyond a high school diploma.

I now live in a different state and commute 13 miles to work one-way.

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Im a new grad and was lucky enough to land a great position in my area of interest. The ONE downside? Its about 60 miles away. ugh. This thread has made me feel better that I'm not the only one who has an hour+ commute.

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Specializes in Med/Surge, Psych, LTC, Home Health.

I currently drive about 45 miles to work; it takes about 45-50 minutes usually, depending on the traffic.

I was recently considering a rather great sounding job, that is about 1.5 hours from where I live, but mostly highway, so it actually would possibly not even take that long. But eventually decided not to try.

I am dying for a job at the health department for the county in which I live, which is currently in walking distance from my house, though they are considering moving.... would still only be a couple of miles away. There is also a nursing home in walking distance, but I'm a little apprehensive about LTC...

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Specializes in Women's Health, currently mother/infant,.

My current commute is just under 90 miles one way. I work 12 hour nights and try to work them together and stay at a local hotel. Even with the hotel and gas cost, I am still financially ahead of the game. Plus, the company is great, as well as the job and my coworkers. The only negative is icy winter roads. I personally enjoy the drive. Life is good!

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i could drive as far as where ever as long as there's no traffic.... :D

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I use to drive 10 mi and it would take 15min...that same drive today takes almost 40min...times have changed! My preset position is mainly traveling so I may be in a car or on a plane...just depends on which is more practical and faster. Sometimes I can drive faster then flying, due to the issues with airlines.

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just started this week doing this, but i live in Nc and am currently working in Ny for 4 days on Sun,Mon,Tues,Wed, and come on down for thurs and friday. anybody work at least 3 states away or know someone who does that? i tried it one week and i liked it,plus i am kinda desperate but my pay has quadrupled. i stay with my mother during those days and work double shifts. i feel i have to do anything in this economy to make ends meet but i like traveling. i take the train and it takes 10 hours to get to Ny and 10 hours to Nc(i get valuable sleeping time):D

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Can I ask what part of NC do you live in. Are you close to a major airport? In my position I cover the eastern US ......am thinking of relocating to NC, love the New Bern area but no major airports.

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im in lumberton but the nearest airport is in fayetteville

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I selected this option: "As far as it takes."

If I have to endure a lengthy commute to prevent from becoming homeless, then so be it. I experienced some poverty in childhood and early adolescence, and I am determined to live in relative comfort during my adult years since I now have control of the situation. Back when I was a child, I had no control over how my parents misappropriated the finances. Now it is in my hands.

I would commute across state lines if I had to. Beggars cannot be choosers, especially in the midst of a horrid recession.

I'm with you on this one. I have commuted to another state when I had to do it. At that time in my life, I drove about an hour each way, sometimes more working with an agency. I would do it again if I had to. We do what we have to do to pay the bills, and keep a roof over our heads. Fear of poverty is a great motivator.

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I selected this option: "As far as it takes."

If I have to endure a lengthy commute to prevent from becoming homeless, then so be it. I experienced some poverty in childhood and early adolescence, and I am determined to live in relative comfort during my adult years since I now have control of the situation. Back when I was a child, I had no control over how my parents misappropriated the finances. Now it is in my hands.

I would commute across state lines if I had to. Beggars cannot be choosers, especially in the midst of a horrid recession.

I'm with you.

I travel 4 hours from home to reach the county where I work and then commute another hour (or two, depending on weather) between the hospital and lodging, all for a job that pays about 50% less than the local employers and has scant benefits.

And I feel absolutely BLESSED for the privilege.

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