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writes:i just started my first job in a nursing home.they put me down for FOUR 12 hour shifts in a row.I never worked this long in my life let alone in 4 days. I feel exhausted and didnt have time to wash my hair in the past 4 days, it was a nightmare to be honest. do you think they are taking advantage here?i need the extra cash Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (24 August 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionyeah thats a good idea. when Im really busy im going to have to cut my hours down almost in half.its a real stressful job but I need the money. it will look great on my C.V for experience also
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reader, anonymous, writes (24 August 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionyeah thats a good idea. when Im really busy im going to have to cut my hours down almost in half.its a real stressful job but I need the money. it will look great on my C.V for experience also
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reader, Emilysanswers  +, writes (24 August 2009):
Well you are working full time hours so talk to your supervisor and ask her to explain how the shifts are going to work.
If you need the cash though I recommend you work as many shifts as you can. Get yourself used to work and then ask to cut down your hours when you are not so desperate for cash.
Good Luck!! xx
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reader, anonymous, writes (24 August 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionthanks, its just that im part time so Im meant to be only doing 2 days, its just a shock to the system lol most people work a 9-5 job and its spread out evenly. i dont even get a timetable for my week!
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reader, Emilysanswers +, writes (24 August 2009):
Yep that's entirely average.
In the ambulance service, you do 4 days of 12 hour day shifts, then 4 days off, then 4 days of 12 hour night shifts.
You'll find it really hard at first but then you'll get used to it. It's just a matter of getting used to the job and getting fit enough to carry on for that long. You need to build up your stamina.
The good news is that you are young and this is only your first job. Once you get some qualifications behind you then you can get a better job and not have to work like this.
Good Luck!! xx
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reader, anonymous, writes (24 August 2009): Lol, I am told that often, 'welcome to the real world'. When I'm moaning about work or something.
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I guess you've got 12 hour shifts for 4 days, then the 3 days off? 48 hours is more than enough hours for full time work. I think that shift isn't too bad if you do have the other 3 off, better than 8 hours everyday! It may feel exhausting now as you haven't worked much before, but you'll soon get used to it. Try going to bed earlier so you're not as tired the next day.
Oh, and I don't think it's unfair, didn't they tell you the shift patterns when they told you you got the job? If so they probably should have told you then, but work is work and if you can't do those hours they'll soon find someone else who will. Be glad you've got a job!
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