Sick of 12s, but want a challenging job

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I am currently working as a med-surg nurse; 3 12-hour shifts per week. I like that it's challenging, that you have to address multiple disease processes, you keep moving. I do better when I'm busy. However, we just had a baby and my little family is never all together any more. I also really would like to have a consistent schedule. I feel like I can never get into a rhythm if my schedule is different every week. So I'm seriously considering a 9-5 job.

My conundrum is that most 9-5 jobs I see are clinic jobs. I've worked clinic before and it just doesn't suit me, I was bored. Not that clinic work is easy, it just doesn't fit my personality.

So if you have any suggestions... I'm looking for a challenging, busy nursing job, preferably in a hospital setting, where I'd work 9-5. Anyone been in a similar situation? Anyone have a job now that fits that description? Know of a field that might suit me?

Thanks for any help, M

Some hospitals still have 8 hours shifts (i.e., 0700-1500) that might work for you. Consider talking to your manager first, and if not, start looking around for hospitals in your area that might do this.

What about PACU, interventional radiology, same day surgery, etc.? Usually these are fast paced, high volume units with hours that are more normal than inpatient units.

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