Sick of 12s, but want a challenging job

[mstacer]

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

[YorkieMomRN]

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.

[jennycRN]

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.