tele ICU

Hello,

I am considering move from ICU nurse to tele-ICU. Just spoke with recruiter about tele-ICU positions in New York city and Houston. My wife and I might be moving to Houston in next 6 months. She mentioned I could shadow nurse at NYC location to see if I would like it. My only hang up is they are 12 hour shifts - I am looking to move away from that ridiculous shift to something more normal like 8 hours. She also mentioned the night time is where the demand is - I am looking for shift 3p - 11p. My question is - for those doing tele-ICU is there any flexibility at your place?

Also she mentioned the Operations Center are close to Hospital. Why? Most hospitals are situated in poor/dangerous areas especially in cities. Why not set up Operation Center in nicer location since your vicinity to hospital should have no bearing considering its tele. For example in speaking to people who live in Houston they tell you to live anywhere but south east of downtown Houston. Well guess where this Operation Center is in Houston...south east of downtown.

Thanks

C