Taking time off as a nurse is something that is crucial to your sanity and stress levels. However, just because you want time off doesn’t mean you are guaranteed time off at your convenience. The longer you work, the harder it may seem for you to put in a vacation request. Suddenly, every day or week you choose to designate as your break ends up being inconvenient in one way or another. It’s important to try and find that balance, because at the end of the day, you are entitled to your days off. It might take a while for you to get your vacation, but it is entirely worth it when you are finally sitting back and relaxing. What Time is the Right Time? For your employer, there is never really a good time for someone to take time off of work. However, you can make it work by taking a few weeks at a time, or requesting your time in spurts. As long as you give your boss enough notice, he or she will have enough time to cover any shifts you were scheduled to work. How Muc...
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