12 hr shifts

[mjbsn2006]

Does anyone know how the 12-hr shifts work in TX for full time nurses? DO you work 3-12's for 36 hrs a week or 4-12's for 48hrs.?Thanks!

[ernest68]

Since I've started doing 12s many years ago, I have lost any interest in 8 hour shifts for many reasons, namely:

-The idea of working 3 shifts a week, instead of 5 is great. True, 12 hour shifts can be longer and more draining but once you get used to it-you get used to it.

-If you're married(or w/ kids) it is easier to schedule your life around everything. Most people shy away from Nursing because they don't like working nights, or holidays, or weekends. It's actually an advantage to most people since there is more flexibility with work hours; my wife and I can both work without any childcare issues, ergo-cheaper.

-And speaking of cheaper, working less days during the week translates to less commute(cost of gas is ridiculous), less laundry loads which means less energy consumption, less food(unless you pack lunch) expense, etc..

Bottom line is: 12 hour shift ROCKS. Call me Cheap, but I prefer FRUGAL. :chuckle