Right now I work Mon-Friday 7-330 . I came from 3 12s so 5 days a week leave me drained. I have the option of 4 10s ..... 7-530pm. I would get home by 6pm instead if 4pm. My husband currently works from home but may be moving back to a 9-5.We have to pick out son up from day care by 6pm. Just don't know what to do. What schedule would you like if you were in my shoes?
Editorial Team / Moderator Lunah, MSN, RN 33 Articles; 13,748 Posts Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CNE, CEN, CPEN, TCRN. Has 15 years experience. Mar 26, 2017 I would love four 10s. I work five 8s that are usually 9s or more, lol. When I went from my 12s to the "five whole days in a row?!" position, I didn't think I would like it at first, but I am used to it now. How long have you been doing the M-F thing?
BSNbeauty, BSN, RN 1 Article; 1,939 Posts Mar 26, 2017 I've been doing it for 4 months and still haven't adjusted. I feel like I have no time for myself. I love the no weekends , no nights or holidays. Just the 5 days a week is tiring.
Libby1987 3,726 Posts Mar 26, 2017 I've always liked being home for my younger kids afterschool with minimal use of daycare.
allnurses Guide BCgradnurse, MSN, RN, NP 1 Article; 1,678 Posts Specializes in allergy and asthma, urgent care. Has 14 years experience. Mar 26, 2017 I love working 4 10s. The day's not too long, plus I get a whole "extra" day off. Working 5 days a week would be a deal breaker for me.
AceOfHearts<3 916 Posts Specializes in Critical care. Mar 26, 2017 Would doing the 4 10's save you the cost of a day of daycare? Might be worth it if it will.
BSNbeauty, BSN, RN 1 Article; 1,939 Posts Mar 26, 2017 Nope daycare costs would stay the same. I think I'm gonna go ahead and out in the request. I just need a day during the week ! If approved my hours would be 7-530pm
Editorial Team / Moderator Lunah, MSN, RN 33 Articles; 13,748 Posts Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CNE, CEN, CPEN, TCRN. Has 15 years experience. Mar 26, 2017 I've been doing it for 4 months and still haven't adjusted. I feel like I have no time for myself. I love the no weekends , no nights or holidays. Just the 5 days a week is tiring.Now I am fantasizing about four 10s, lol. I have been in my position for almost a year and I think I am used to it now, but I do miss having weekdays off! I hope they approve your request.
BSNbeauty, BSN, RN 1 Article; 1,939 Posts Mar 26, 2017 Thank you. I hope they do too! I'll keep you all posted !
dishes, BSN, RN 3,950 Posts Mar 26, 2017 10 hours may make it difficult to arrive to pick up your son from daycare before 6pm, if your husband returns to 9-5, can he reliably pick up your son before 6? or does his work run late sometimes?
ThePrincessBride, MSN, RN, NP 1 Article; 2,592 Posts Specializes in Med-Surg, NICU. Has 8 years experience. Mar 26, 2017 Not that this matters, but is your job inpatient?I rarely see 10s offered. My bf and I talk about this alot and if I didn't work acute care, I would love a M-Thursday gig, four tens, and have every Friday off.
Dallas_RN, BSN, EMT-P 108 Posts Specializes in Trauma Administration/Level I Trauma. Has 18 years experience. Mar 26, 2017 I have the option of (5) 8's or (4) 10's and have worked 10's for the past 6 years and has served me well. I have the luxury of picking my days and has served me well. I work Mon-Thurs and rather a 3 day weekend every week. Personally I rather have more days off at the trade off of longer hours.
