5 8s or 4 10s???

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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?

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Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CEN, CPEN, TCRN.

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?

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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.

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I've always liked being home for my younger kids afterschool with minimal use of daycare.

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Specializes in allergy and asthma, urgent care.

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.

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Specializes in Critical care.

Would doing the 4 10's save you the cost of a day of daycare? Might be worth it if it will.

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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

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Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CEN, CPEN, TCRN.
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.

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Thank you. I hope they do too! I'll keep you all posted !

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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?

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Specializes in Med-Surg, NICU.

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.

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Specializes in Trauma Administration/Level I Trauma.

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.

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