geperry

I presently work IMCU overnights. Absolutely love my co-workers and my job but just can't hack the over- night hours as a single mom of 2 (plus being in my 50's, the overnight 12 hr shifts have wreaked havoc on my body, having to switch to days sever...

I presently work night shift in IMCU. As a single mom of teens, I'm finding it really difficult to perform my best overnight as well as have a life, especially since I've always been a morning person (plus I'm in my 50's). I love my work and my co-...

Not sure if it's acceptable in the nursing profession to put down that I'm leaving my present position because I can't do nights and want a day job.

Where are you? What hospital?

No... you're not too old! I'm in my early fifties and in my 2nd semester of clinicals. Yes, it's hard. I'm at a disadvantage compared to my classmates. Not only am I the oldest in the class, but I'm also a single mom of two teenagers without fami...