3 - 12hr shifts in a row in ICU? Better you than me, I retired a few years ago and would of never thought of doing that in Med Surg......I loved Nursing but I was bullied alot on many jobs so it was a blessing to get out.....I am a Compassionate person, and that's why I chose Nursing as a career, I was naive enough to think that's the way it was in the work place, I was soo wrong......
It’s definitely a rude awakening when you realize all of the BS that goes on in the workplace. ICU nursing is easier than med surg but 3 in a row is rough either way.
@@vickieoliver103hello, I'm interested in nursing and I would like to know, is it better to spread out those 12 hour shifts throughout the week, rather than doing them for 3 days straight? Is that possible to do? & some people say that you'll propably end up working more than 3 days cause of nursing shortages, is it true? Please let me know, it would be really helpful for me
@@autumn399 From my perspective working 3 in a row takes a toll on you. You will spend the next 2-3 days recuperating. In my case, I worked nights so I always felt like I was missing a day. The schedule will be made by the head nurse or manager in order to balance the staff so your work days will vary. You might not have too much control of which days you work unless they allow staff to put their schedule in. You will have stretches of time off that are great when it happens and the 3 day work week does allow you time to do things during the week. Overall, I liked 12 hour shifts but I’m in home care now and not sure how they are managing the nursing shortage. Hope that helps.
@@vickieoliver103 thank you for your reply. For me, I would like to work for 3 days then do things like learning music and attending dance classes on the other days cause I'm passionate about music as well, do you think that would be possible on a 3 12 schedule, please tell me your thoughts.
@@vickieoliver103I'm not a nurse but I work at a Warehouse that has a 2/2/3/3 schedule. It's rough , you have to keep moving , you can't sit down and we get two 25 min breaks
You are so right! Meal prep is the key! Also, actually remembering to drink before becoming dehydrated. I really like “Drip Drop” lemon flavor for hydration.
I have so much respect for nurses. I just spent a week in the hospital and three of those days was the same day nurse she had five other patients besides me and was 7-7 three days in a row. She was so sweet and respectful and made me feel so cared for. I'll never be able to thank her enough. Thank you nurses for doing this job. You guys are seriously superheroes. ❤️
@@KendraRN You can also pamper yourself with a massage once a month vacation sometimes arent worth it with so many people not happy in the service, travel, airport are too crowded.
Ive been working 12 hrs mon-fri 10hrs on Saturday and 8hrs on Sunday and we work through lunch on Sundays. I won't have a day off till Thanksgiving. Yesterday I walked 12 MILES and 11 the day before. This is a daily occurrence for me. All I can say is get some good shoes y'all
*Serious question; is it really necessary to work that many hours in a day? What type of home/work life is that, especially if you have children? I worked as a nurse in LTC but left to start my own business (Healthcare Recruitment firm). I love that I'm able to spend time with my boys and just have my mental sanity, lol. I salute you and all the other nurses who work nonstop because I could never do it, at least not while my children are still living at home, lol.*
@@Nicole215 oh I'm not a nurse. I work in the movie industry. I don't have any kids either so that part doesn't effect me. I do it because the money is good. But I do have a lot of respect for the healthcare workers out there.
@@miniglassanimal I totally understand now. That was me before I had my kids. I worked two full time jobs and attended college so I don't blame you. Get all the hours you can and make that money! 🤑 💰 And yes, I totally have nothing but respect for our healthcare workers. Stay safe. 🤗
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Oh my, you have to take care of YOU!!! I see it in your eyes that it was time for you to lay down. Your eyes had go e from bright to blood shot, they were very red at the end. Thank you for all THAT you do. May God keep you strong and healthy. ❤️
I had a little mg comment but if y disappeared Thankyou for bringing the plight of Nurses to the front to discuss everything we have held in. At least some Of us have. I heard more than once than Head Managers had to find so Something’s in someone’s nursing to write up Or it would look bad if they didn’t . I heard it a lot. Then I experienced the constant harassment of an impaired Medical Director. I think Nursing is a great profession always has been. We were so abused back in the 80’s and 90’s.
I'm only an LPN. Been 1 for 13yrs. You have honestly been an inspiration to me. Giving me the courage to say no when I need to. Being an advocate for myself. I only wished I found you years ago. But! Better late than never! Your awesome btw!
Wowww 12 hr shift is unhealthy! There is noooo amount of money that will buy my health! When u get sick and you will sooner or later it be physical or mental you will be replaced in a heart beat! Then you will spend your money trying to fix your health ❤
On that 3rd day...oof. You are running on pure adrenaline. Not sure how we manage to stay alert but somehow we do it. The recovery afterward is tough though LOL
I’m studying to be a RN and I keep seeing other nurse tik toks about how horrible it is. Even my friend told me it’s bad and stressful. I am feeling discouraged.
Good 🌅 morning kendra thats me also keep up the excellent work one day you will get blessed for taking care of patients we have to have compansion dedication and loyalty for this type of work 🌷
I ain’t doing this no more. My health got worse and the body aches from this line of work is excruciating. Covid made me open my eyes. I worked while sick and did they care, No! I was just a body. The money was good, but some things money can not buy. 20+ yrs and I’m in the process of starting my own business. God bless healthcare workers
God ❤️ be with you guts because you are dealing with sick people that's a hard job keep the feeling out and the racist that you are dealing that makes your job really hard all the sick people and someone those people won't stop do people know that we all will get sick and we will die be careful of the way we handle people I want to say keep 💯 your hands in God he will see you through and make that road straight 🙏 always in pray for you and those who look like you God keep you strong safe smart alert God loves ❤️ 😍 💖 ❣️ 💕 💘 you and see the hurt and back bitten just Stan on his word then tongue is powerful ❤️ 💖 💙 ♥️ 💕 💗 ❤️ 💖 stay well and healthy ❤️ 💖 💙 💕 ♥️ 💗 ❤️ 💖
Yes u need to stay hydrated, eat healthy meals, try to get good sleep and shut brain off and not worry about the patients when you leave. It’s challenging.
I usually do 4 in a row on medsurg. I'm literally not okay at the end of it. Usually about my last morning med pass I'm dropping everything, clumsy, and my eyes burn. I'm like yup time for me to not come back for 6 days 😂
@@KendraRN You are so correct. I should clarify, that I work nightshift and I do this so I can have a week off to be with my child, the way I feel I'm meant to be with my child. Sacrifices ❤️
With your 12 years experience, hope the stress isn’t much. I would think you have done most of the heavy lifting in your early years. I might be wrong.
Thank you for all you do for people❤ i just found your channel & i love your heart for what you do! And the dedication to be the best at everything in your life. Thank you for your dedication to all the people you have any contact with. Thank you❤
OB RN -I’m on my 3rd now.. 3 busy 12hr nights! Babies babies ooooohhh babies 🙃🙃🙃🙃the struggle is real right now! Snacking on anything I can for substance in btw care.. I need to meal prep! Or maybe Factor Meals or Hello fresh 🤔🤔You are inspiring 🤩💖
Only 3? Try 5 12 with only 1 day off in-between. Mentally and physically exhausted is an understatement. Especially on days like today where I'm not able to sleep between shifts.
was this all day shift ?? i don’t think i could sustain nights myself either. but i loved seeing the meal preps ! im in nursing school and i meal prep all the time. everyone looks at me crazy when i prioritize eating regularly instead of skipping them throughout the day. some days aren’t as great but i try since i work best if im fueled
Hello, I'm interested in nursing. I would like to know how those 12 hour shifts work, do u spend 12 hours working then go home for 12 hours and return again for another 12 hours of work, is that how it works? Please let me know, it would be very helpful for me, thank you.
@@KendraRN We can talk about how ludicrous and exploitative this is, and how it's most definitely affecting patient care, but ultimately please just take care of yourself♥️
