Whats a typical work week for nurses in the U.S.?
U.S. hospitals mostly utilize twelve-hour shifts. Nurses will normally be expected to work at least three 12-hour shifts per week. These 12-hours shifts are usually from 7:00 am -7:00 pm and 7:00 pm – 7:00 am. Nursing homes on the other hand, mostly still use the eight-hour shift method. You will be required to work at least five 8-hour shifts per week. These shifts normally are 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm or 11:00 pm – 7:00 am. Most facilities, both hospitals and nursing homes, will pay you time and a half for any hours worked over 40 hours in any given work week. Nurses who work 50-60 hours a week can make large amounts of money working overtime.
