A Day in the Life Of A NightShift Nurse

The MOST COMMON question I get asked is... HOW DO YOU SURVIVE NIGHT SHIFT?! Well there are so many things I do to help me get through the nightshift... in this video I go over what working a night shift, schedule wise, typically looks like for me!
THE SCRUBS I am wearing in this are from Cherokee Uniforms the iflex collection! The under scrub is infinity collection (LOVE IT) and the slides are from the infinity collection as well! Jacket is ALSO Infinity!
Here are links to a few of the things that I use to help me with SLEEP on the night shift!
RemFresh 2mg tablets are my FAV to use between shifts when I need good sleep, it is a long acting melatonin. I find that for me personally, 5 mg is a little too much if I am trying to sleep at max 7 hours. If you have never taken melatonin before I suggest cutting the 2mg in half for your first try!
amzn.to/2Dd3h9W
Next are my blackout curtains, the ones I got are from Ikea and are VERY heavy and thick! I love them because they make me feel like I am in a hotel and NO LIGHT is coming in to wake me.
Ikea Curtains - www.ikea.com/u...
Here is a link to a cuter set of black out curtains that my BFF uses and loves! They have star cut outs in them and surprisingly it does not let in much light but they add an awesome ambiance to the room!
Amazon Curtains - amzn.to/2VZQb7t
Last, but not least, is a fan! I use just a regular old fan. There are "sound canceling" machines and fans out there... but to me its all the same! Honestly, any loud floor fan will work! Remember to not face to ON YOU while you sleep! It literally is just for the noise canceling!
Amazon fan with remote - amzn.to/2RRgRbn
Box fan for some real noise - amzn.to/2VYq68N
Please comment below, like and share this video if this is something that you enjoyed and want to see more of!

[@thatmarionchickonyoutube7545]

I applaud you for loving your job and working the night shift. As a nurse for more than 35 years, I could never do it. But you nurses who do, what would we do without you? Great, informative video!!

[@LaceyMagen]

I LOVEEEE working the nightshift, it literally can fit into your life if you want it to! Do not over think it all!! That is the biggest mistake I see happening!

[@laydee_luck]

Lacey Magen Curious. What’s your nurse patient ratio on night shift at your hospital?

[@rusty315]

Vanessa Linares 12?!?!!!! Is it med surg or home?

[@GG17250]

In hospital I can only work nights, because I hate all the families hovering over you. Omg

[@chinalee8318]

Night shift is crucial for me! I love it. You definitely get hired quicker with 3rd shift. I love taking care of business all day , getting a nap in then heading into 11-7 shift. It’s perfect if you have no kids & a night owl lol! ❤️

[@larryrothgeb6268]

Thank you! I have worked nights 22 years - when i see managers, and family, and doctors I know its time to give report, and get my stuff and leave !! Larry M. Rothgeb RN BSN

[@ericariebe5690]

Larry Rothgeb HELL YES!!!! Say it for my peeps in the back!

[@GG17250]

Larry, hell yes...see everyone and I’m OUT!!

[@jenniferturner9204]

Love love love nightshift. Ive been doing it now for 3 years and honeslty I feel more productive both work and non-work days and once you get used to it and find a schedule that works for you, its a game changer.....can we talk about the shift diff too LOL

[@nikolettsteiner]

During the rain I LOVE SLEEPING 🛏😴 best ever ❤️

[@aikotam6590]

As a Nursing Students,I ,literally love love love night shift!!!

[@maryxoxo9]

My heart (pun intended) melted when I read that you work in cardiac electrophysiology!! Recently had a procedure done that gave me my normal life back.. I hope you know that we patients appreciate you so much!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@antoniamacias9943]

I love this video because it is about thriving as a night shift nurse. Most videos are about surviving the night shift which does not feel as exciting to me. I graduate nursing school in December and I want to work straight nights so that I can build my skills and confidence in a slower-paced bedside environment that is still challenging hard work.

[@gwenthomassss]

I work with people who have learning disabilities, I do night shifts and 24hr sleep ins, it's hard work on your body and mind. Keep doing what your doing 😊

[@danneyxxx6614]

Wow...u sound like u love nursing...we need more people like u cause as a nurse for over 20yrs ....I'm so over it...so good for u

[@laurenhills239]

I think night shift is perfect for those of us who are natural night owls, and kid free! I don’t know how I would make it worth with kids though.

[@Katiebug2279]

Night Shift is so much better to me then days!!! As a mom of 2 under 3 it’s literally great!

[@davidbutt6549]

So helpful Lacey!! You are such an inspiration for me to become a nurse.

[@LaceyMagen]

David Butt thank you!!

[@devinkay5]

Thank you for sharing! I could never do night shift. I tried it right after I graduated and couldn't hang! Days for me!

[@LaceyMagen]

Of course! It isnt for everyone!

[@mmont035]

This is super helpful!! For my preceptorship I will have to do night shift and have been freaking out over it. Thank you so much! I feel like it's totally doable now 💕

[@LaceyMagen]

Absolutely, it can be done you just can't overthink it too much! Good luck!

[@SugaPsyched]

Night shift was so hard for me the first 5 months but I have grown to love it!

[@andreastarkel1054]

This is my first time watching your videos and I can say I relate so much! I work graveyards as a Pharm Tech and I love it too!

[@Quit3Cut3]

I’m a night shift RT... absolutely hated the vibe on daylight. Don’t ever think I could go back! The hardest parts about being on nights is disciplining yourself to sleep. It’s tempting to go out and do things during the day but then it’s so much harder to stay awake at work.

[@kennedymorin6871]

Totally agree with the night shift sleep, I usually only sleep until 1-2pm post nights but I always sleep so hard I don’t even move 😂

[@kelsielockwood9468]

I’m so happy I stumbled upon your video! I used to work night shift in a Cardiovascular ICU and I loved it!! Your personality reminds me a lot of my own😊 Subscribed! ✔️

[@kristinl2336]

Thank you for being so optimistic and real with night shifts. I think attitude is a big factor on whether or not a person will succeed working nights. I was extremely nervous to work nights because I am not a night owl, but I think it is possible to adjust. Seems taking care of your body and eating healthy also combats a lot of the bad statistics that come with night shift.

[@saronhali7175]

Your a hardworking GORGEOUS lady😍😍

[@Newenglandah1376]

Not only Rain but cloudy days that help the little cracks of light through the windows stay dim

[@donnarohdy2881]

Single mom, worked 7p-7a shifts in city 1 hour away. Kids in jr and sr high, they would already be at school by the time I got home. I had to have 8hrs uninterrupted sleep. If back to backs, left @ 5:15p leave for work, again. Many different facilities since then, but until last job which was days in a clinic, worked nights or 2nd shifts . Now, I’m disabled, but still stay up late, wake up late. Cherokees were my fav, too

[@ajshaw1123]

Same. I work night shift as well and feel like I was born to work night shift. Lol I’m also a super deep sleeper and get about 5ish hours of sleep. I also love rainy weather and my family thinks I’m weird for that. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@MelloneeKecia]

Very helpful video and great routine 🤗👍👏. I can’t wait to become a nurse one day.

[@nursebek9428]

Awesome, I'm so keen to try nightshifts! Watching this made me even more keen to try out!

[@CourageouslyMeWithoutApology]

Yes day sleep after night shift is so refreshing

[@lena6136]

Would love a make-up, food/recipes routine

[@hannahmcdevitt1764]

Totally agree that I sleep so much better on night shift than normal shift even if it is for less hours

[@carla8383]

Your my new favorite nursing channel! I can’t wait to be a nurse some day.

[@islandnurse8940]

I'm sure you'll be a great nurse!!

[@MissPrettykitty91]

I feel like i just recieved a million dollars after my night shift and see its raining outside

[@TimeNowAndThen]

i work 4 time zone shifts, 2 morning 2 afternoon 2 nights 2 off, those 2 days at night in one week kills me. we willl see if i get better not smoking bud and see how it affect me. but i work behind machines and have to walk alot. so its pretty hard work actually, i got used to it. but i would still like some tips for night work except sleep before night shift. i do not eat food at night because i can have my energy more in control. only drink, yerba mate tea, or just a tiny snack. Thanks for sharing you are too beautiful. ;)

[@terriowilson3898]

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[@TimeNowAndThen]

@@terriowilson3898 yeah lets do it! You can find my IG contact on my yt channel.

[@danielleahern5220]

you are amazing Lacey, loved watching this video ♡

[@LaceyMagen]

Thank you, Dani! So happy it was helpful!

[@shestudios]

Night time is the right time!

[@flamflam6652]

Long sleeves are considered an infection risk here, but they sure look cosy 😢

[@Maria-qu1tr]

Thanks so much for your video , which was super insightful. Can I ask what the most stressful and tiring aspects of your job are?

[@visionaryapril_art]

Great video thanks for sharing!

[@denissecampos5822]

Super helpful

[@LaceyMagen]

So happy it was helpful!!! do you have any other questions?!

[@denissecampos5822]

Lacey Magen , I am trying my best to find my balance because i do both nights and day shifts....so I work 2 nights in a row and take 2 days off and work 2 days in a row....so my only issue i have had lately now than before.....is having to sleep after a night shift...thats always my main question/ concern ☺️

[@LaceyMagen]

@@denissecampos5822 yesss a common problem!! In the caption I linked the melatonin that I use and the fan and blackout curtains! I make sure I head RIGHT TO BED after my shift!

[@denissecampos5822]

Lacey Magen thank you so much!

[@kyliemalak6363]

where do you specify in? like NICU, Pediatrics,, etc

[@JTuam101]

Hi Lacey! Im currently going in night shifts but im really worried about circadian disruption and other heart diseases. If i successfully get on with my schedule with enough rest, will i be in good health like the rest of other normal people?

[@jillsdasilva]

Hi there, I’m a new subscriber. What would you say is the hardest thing to get used to on night shift? I’m a student still but really want to do nights, I don’t know why lol. Great video!

[@djedwards9470]

super encouraging! question: what type of curling iron did you use for the clip at the end of the video?! so cute!

[@lavanyabollam1828]

I am going to start working night shift in 2 weeks and this video was so helpful for me mentally prepare myself. Also can you please upload the link for your under shirt!!

[@rusty315]

lavanya Bollam hi how did it go? I would love to hear!

[@amandasmith7043]

Stop trying to make night shift beautiful. Doing night shift was the most depressing thing I ever did!

[@julisamassa6229]

amanda smith seriously it’s like no point of living lmfao u miss out on life

[@Quinlvn]

Night shift may not be for everyone. But you also said it was the “most depressing thing you ever did”❤️

[@raineydaydreams4431]

Awesome video!

[@JenniferPage82]

What I want to know is how do you not want to fall asleep after only get an hour nap for a night shift I have to sleep at least eight or nine hours for me to work an 8-hour shift overnight cuz by 3 a.m. man I feel like a zombie

[@chloethomas6693]

In the uk allllll the hospital staff have to be ‘bare below the elbow’ so they can wash their forearms

[@veronicavlaecic1747]

How do manage working out and working nighshifts , I am currently working 11p-7a , as soon as I get home I sleep and wake up around 3p , but I do get really sleep at work at times ? What do you recommend me change so I can feel rested and have time to manage my life as well and not sleep all day

[@AureeyaElsinaen]

I dont know if you figured it out or still work night shift but, I have the same schedule i feel like when i go to bed at 9 and wake up at 5 thats the best way to not feel tired at work and to still get to enjoy some of the afternoon.

[@gumdokim]

You seem so passionate I wish I could be like you.

[@arjh072394]

I want to love night shift so bad.... but idk . Great video though!!

[@ordonez114]

Harry Potter fan!! New subscriber here .

[@feat.shanika]

Can you do a video on your thoughts on CNA's

[@Brenvsthecringe]

Why do you prefer night shifts? Greetings from México

[@LaceyMagen]

Because I am able to workout before I go into work and it fits well into my lifestyle!

[@LaceyMagen]

It works better for my lifestyle! I am able to get more done during the day and need a lot less sleep! I also really enjoy the nightshift pace!

[@wwilloww995]

What is your business? Great video by the way! I start night shift soon and I am so nervous about it!!!

[@KelseyBarnardMusic]

Do you think it’s easier to work consecutive days or have it back to back?

[@asottilare4233]

What’s the first song?? Does anyone know??

[@princeisreal1636]

😁

[@ashleybrown274]

Where did you get the “scrub” tshirt?!

[@LaceyMagen]

Ashley Brown the trendynurseblog on IG

[@alyciabagwell9633]

do u pick up extra shifts often??

[@shahidbaig4]

How to get ride of dark circles in night shift hmm

[@feat.shanika]

New subscriber I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL

[@danneyxxx6614]

And over the night shift as well but less bureaucratic bullshit to deal with coming from day shift

[@coolkidd151]

What do you mean by opportunities from working night shift? I just moved back home and I typically only work days. Unfortunately night shift is the only thing I could find right now 🤷🏽‍♀️ While the hours bother my body physically, I do find nights a little more relaxing. During the day I’m lucky to get a bathroom break 😬

[@rusty315]

kennedra same! Just moved to CO and the only available shifts here is nights :’(

[@TheKeKe313]

"They see me ro--" *cuts to the next clip* Wtf? 😂😂😂

[@TheJwilb3]

Hi, I enjoyed your video😀 what field of nursing are you in?

[@omarcaban9917]

Is night shift bad for your health ,I mean the body is designed to sleep at night

[@nicoleanderson8870]

So, do you work your days in a row? How late do you sleep if your not going back in? I find the next day after I work my days in a row to be the hardest. My body thinks it should be sleeping because it is light out.

[@sarapronschinske1963]

nicole anderson if not going back in I’ll sleep 4 hours and then get up and go. Anything less than 3 hours and I feel physically sick waking up. If I have only one night off before going back to work I’ll stick to the night shift schedule to keep it easy on myself. It doesn’t interfere with family and friends too much because we’ll see each other when we’re waking up/coming home

[@davisj2009]

Do you flip your sleep schedule on your days off?

[@BSN--rz6ln]

In which country u work in and what are the wages for night Shift?

[@jamimarie6117]

What kind of workout do you do?

[@antonnewalker6488]

as a nurse i can only do morning or afternoons, no thks to night shift lol

[@Magendain06]

Hello fellow Magen!! :D

[@alleyf2592]

Have you ever considered going to day shift and ever switching units/specialties?

[@LaceyMagen]

Alley F right now I love the nightshift life! At some point I’m sure I’ll switch specialties but I’m loving what I do right now!

[@wilburweezorak6516]

What is cpr did you ever do cpr in real life

[@bestmonicaever9260]

Do you work telemetry?

[@X-VoodooKing-X]

Spent the entire video staring at that left eyebrow

[@joeapplemac08]

Glad I don’t work nights anymore.

[@mitchellbidner2850]

“Sometimes I do melatonin”

[@marleenreyes4169]

Which unit or floor do you work on?

[@LaceyMagen]

I work on a cardiac care unit that specializes in electrophysiology

[@mrcuriositylogs]

waahh the deathly hollows tumbler

[@rosyramos9648]

Working 12 hours a day. How many days u work?

[@joshualaughlin2385]

3

[@logictd567]

90 oz? Talk to me in mL.

[@AndrewWats-hq5ld]

Love to meet you please one day

[@jeanjones2281]

She must not have kids. 😕

[@MRFOX-sx9rb]

She's an air-heard!

[@newcastlewest8397]

Good looking American women ☺️