timn420

It’s been interesting to read everyone’s responses. Of course, the opportunity to work 12 hours shifts is not the only reason to get into nursing. I asked myself what I really wanted in a career which is flexibility, helping others, creativity. Nursing fulfills at least two of those goals (flexibility & helping others). I also thought about graphic design, social work, and speech pathology. Just yesterday, I learned I have an interview to work for a non-profit. However, its doing more IT development which is what I’ve been doing for years. I’m hoping that nursing provides me an opportunity to help others as well give me the flexibility to live a more fulfilling life outside of work. I can identify with so many others who have worked in the IT field and have become disenchanted with the work over time. Just watch Office Space, you’ll understand :)

I'm considering enrolling in a nursing program after being a developer in IT the last 10 years. This comes after a lot of soul searching about 'what I want to do with my life'. One of the reasons that draws me to nursing is the flexible hours. I hate working 8-5 with only 2 days off. I hardly have anytime to enjoy 'life'. Going into nursing would allow me to work 3 12-hour shifts and give me time to pursue my hobbies like painting and photography. I was just wondering if this thinking is valid. Do you enjoy having the opportunity to work 12 hour shifts? Is this one of the reasons to get into nursing?