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Thank you. it is night shift and I think I am going to grab it. Yes, it's not technically full time, but luckily I don't need full-time right now. My only concern is the 3 in a row. Right now it's not a problem, but the older I get, I know it will catch up to me.

Hello all, Have any of you ever worked a schedule of 3 12 hour shifts and off 6 in a row? I've never heard of that specific on/off rotation and I'm curious if this is common? Thank you!

I was brought up in a home where sex was taboo, no medical/biological terms were used and I didn't know what my period was when I first got it. I panicked when I saw blood and my mother just told me that I'm "a woman now." I went to public school but I honestly don't remember any sort of sex ed. Many American women are brought up this way. Plus, female sexuality is so shamed in this country, that we're socialized not to ask questions. I have a history of sexual trauma, so I just shut everything out until nursing school. But even without the trauma, I probably would shut it out. American society just does not accept open discussion of the female reproductive system. This reminds me of an episode of "Orange is the New Black." An inmate explains that there "is more than 1 hole" to the other inmates (female prison). I was watching it with a friend who is in her late 20s and she thought it was a joke. We had a long discussion after that episode.

It all depends on how one handles stress. For example, some people find the ER extremely stressful because of the unknown. Others thrive on the unknown. To me, if it's nursing, then it's stressful.

3 12 hour nights in a row and 6 off

I have that nightmare about once a week. Another common theme is totally forgetting about a patient or 2, or giving the wrong medications. Or that I cannot work the machines correctly.

Dude, I see a number a posts from you about "illegal aliens." Even when the topic has nothing to do with "illegal aliens."

I wish I could like this 1,000 times.

Nursing is not my calling. I do not believe in God. Nursing appealed to me because of the flexibility, hours, science, the ability to help others, etc. However, just because it wasn't a calling for ME, doesn't mean it's not a calling for others. It is interesting how other nurses flat out say "nursing isn't a calling, it's a job" just because it wasn't a calling for them. Everyone is different and everyone has different experiences.

I'm an atheist and I think your post is out of line. Why can't someone discuss their faith on a non-religious forum? Why is that so offensive? Did toomuchbaloney try to force it on anyone else? No, so move on. He shared how this particular topic affects him, just like everyone else. Sometimes I think you just look for arguments.

Nobody's world is black and white. However, there are some situations that are black and white and THIS is one of them.

Well, when you call a victim of sexual assault/harassment a "pansy", be prepared to get a reaction. What does "I don't apologize for expecting women who claim that they can do and have it all, and are so powerful, to act like it" have to do with the OP? Did she ever mention that? She said no to this man multiple times and went to the higher ups. Again, just because she didn't physically harm him does not mean that she hasn't been clear with him. Not to make this about me, but as a survivor myself, I have a pretty good idea of what I would do. But I would never expect someone else to do the same thing as me nor would I criticize him/her for doing something different. I know all of the complexities that surround trauma, so I try to be as understanding as possible.

Great post! I wish I could like this a million times!

I respect this. I just think that people need to realize that not everyone is able to fight someone off right away. Too many people say "well I would have done xyz...why didn't YOU do that? That is so not helpful. People are different and have different reactions to being harassed/assaulted. I have a history of trauma and I had to learn to be more aggressive/assertive when dealing with unwanted advances. For some people, the thought never even enters their mind because of their experiences. I am NOT saying this is the OP, I'm just offering another perspective.

Who are you to "question her response?" And what is wrong with her response? Just because she didn't kick him where it hurts does not mean that she is responsible for what happened. Again, people react differently under stressful circumstances due to past trauma, socialization, safety concerns, etc. There is no right or wrong way. And yes, you blamed the victim and should be ashamed of yourself.

You have no right to say she allowed this to continue for so long. She told him that his advances were unwelcome and told him to stop. She is not to blame. He is. End of story. Most men have no idea what women go through on a daily basis in regards to harassment.

Well, not everyone is like you. People have many reasons for their reactions. How are you helping the OP in any way? Making her feel even worse because she is a "pansy?" Way to pile on someone when she's already dealing with enough.

Thank you! Perfectly said, macawake. It's everything I wanted to say, but I'm not that articulate :-)

I disagree. Predators don't "get the message." This can totally backfire or he will just continue to harass/assault the OP when her husband isn't around.

He is a predator, sexual offender, whatever you want to call it. He is entitled, therefore, he thinks he has the right to put his hands on her and assault her. I hope you're not implying that somehow the OP is allowing him to do this? Please report this OP. You are NOT overreacting. I know how traumatic this is, but it needs to be reported. I'm sure you're not the only one who is going through this.

First of all, you hijacked a thread which is rude. Second, nobody can answer that question for you. It depends entirely on the individual. How would anyone else know what is best for YOU?

I am not positive. I never even thought of it until she mentioned they are Medical Assistants and RNs and LPNs generally don't perform those duties in an office setting.

We do live in the same area. She said nurses (RNs and LPNs) are rare in doctors offices. But maybe this particular office does hire nurses.

Thank you so much for your replies! It doesn't sit well with me that they're doing this. I can definately see why she is upset. And I know she probably didn't want to explain too much to me, since I'm not a nurse and probably thought I wouldn't understand. Thanks again.

Hello, I am not a nurse nor a nursing student. However, I brought this up with a few nurse friends and just want some more feedback. I've been dealing with my doctor's office quite a bit with visits and follow-up calls. It seems like they refer to every employee as a nurse. "Wait for the nurse", "the nurse will be right with you", "you need to talk to a nurse." I have no experience in the medical field, so I didn't think much of it. I was talking to my friend who is an ICU nurse. She was saying how she is stressed at work and wants 9-5 hrs. I briefly mentioned how nurses work at my doctor's office and maybe it would be a good fit for her. She said "nurses? They're most likely medical assistants." She asked me what they do there. They take my history and vitals and then the doctor comes in. She was highly offended that they would call themselves nurses and wanted to report them. I asked her to explain, but she told me I wouldn't understand. I told another RN friend of mine the story and she thought it was strange that my friend would react that way and kind of brushed it off. I didn't pursue it further. But I'm a little concerned that my doctor's office can be reported. It makes me lose trust in them that they would call medical assistants nurses. Can they be reported? What would happen? Should I even concern myself with this? Thanks for your time and btw, nurses rock!