Fewer roles in healthcare are as misunderstood as that of night shift nurses, whose invaluable contributions to the well-being of patients and the success of nursing teams are consistently under-appreciated. It’s understandable that the work of night shift nurses goes unrecognized, because they are caring for patients while the rest of the world sleeps.

The resources and tips in this guide are intended to keep night shift nurses healthy, rested, and ready to provide their patients with high-quality care. As a great number of happy night shift nurses can attest, it is possible to enjoy time with family and personal pursuits while working the night shift.

Learn more from this night shift survival guide created by Advent Health University Online.