Last semester nursing student here and as I normally do- I'm thinking ahead....was wondering about what people think as far as new grads starting on med-surg unit on day shift: 1. Is it really difficult to find a facility that will hire a new grad onto a day shift? Keep in mind, I already have my foot in the door at a large medical center and will def be looking for employment at the current employer upon graduation, but most people i speak to say to start on nights (easier to manage and "practice"). My problem with that is, i've worked nights as a monitor tech for 4 years,
And finally moved to day shift position about 5 months ago- I loathed working nights mainly because I never felt My body/brain could adjust to it, I simply do not function my best on that shift and I think it could certainly pose a problem if I were to start on that shift.At the same time, I do see and know how hectic and busy day shift is, but I'd rather have my body/brain up for the work then lagging on night shift. Any feedback/thoughts would be greatly appreciated!!
Ruby Vee, BSN
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Here's the link:
https://allnurses.com/general-nursing-discussion/rotating-shifts-surviving-906451.html#post7757227