Surviving a 12-Hour Shift

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are giving their best tips to survive a 12-hour shift!  From what to wear, to teamwork they get down to the details of what supports them through these long and tiring shifts. With Kristen being a night shift new nurse, and Maddi being a day shift more seasoned nurse, this episode is full of tips from both of their perspectives and it’s not just what physically helps them through their nursing shifts! Tune in to hear their best advice for your next 12-hour shift! </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">01:00 Do you prefer to work 3 12-hour shifts?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">04:00 What is a typical 12 hour night shift like for you?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">06:30 Do you meal prep before going in to work?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">08:20 How do you keep your energy up throughout a 12-hour shift?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">10:00 Tips and tricks to get yourself to drink enough water!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">11:50 What shoes do you wear while you’re on your feet for 12 hours?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">16:40 Compression socks vs regular socks!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">17:30 Do you wear underscrubs? </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">19:20 How does your shift run differently when you ask or offer help with co-workers?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">21:00 It’s ok to ask for help! Benefits of working as a team!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">24:30 How do you handle not being able to get to EVERYTHING within your 12-hour shift?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">27:40 How do you take breaks during a 12-hour shift?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">30:30 What works best for you to be able to get through your shift?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">…………………………..</span></p> <p><strong>Connect with us on Instagram:</strong> <spa