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Working Mom Health Tips For 12 Hour Shifts

Working Mom Health Tips For 12 Hour Shifts

As a working mom and nurse who works 12 hour shifts, I know I will be gone for very large chunks of time. So I do my best to make sure things are properly set up at home for my family and myself the day before. Additionally, as a ER nurse I know how important it is that I take good care of myself so I can continue to give the best possible care to my family and patients.  After all, I can’t expect others to listen to my health education if I don’t take my own advice and stay healthy too.  Here are my top 3 priorities for keeping myself and my family healthy as a nurse who works 12 hour shifts.

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Maternity Leave For Nurses:  How To Financially Prepare

Maternity Leave For Nurses: How To Financially Prepare

Nurses work extremely hard to care for patients. Yet when they have a baby of their own they barely have time to bond with them before they head back to work.  Add the financial strain into the mix and it can become very stressful and overwhelming.  Here are 8 actionable tips about how to financially prepare for maternity leave as a nurse.

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