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Caregiver for 12 hour shifts!

Trussville, AL · On-site

$11 - $13/hr

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12 HOUR Caregivers Needed

Foster City, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $34.50/hr

Twelve hour day and night shifts Rewarding & AMAZING Benefits: * * Medical, dental, vision benefits * 401k with industry-leading employer match * DAILY pay option with TapCheck (we normally pay bi ...

Comfort Keepers

$15 - $18.75/hr

Friendly Environment - 24-hour support available, a fun team-centric atmosphere * Companionship & Friendship - Create lasting relationships with seniors and their loved ones. * Reimbursement - Get ...

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12 Hour/Overnight Caregivers

Southbury, CT

$14.50 - $18/hr

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12 Hour/Overnight Caregivers

Ridgefield, CT

$14.50 - $18/hr

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12 Hour/Overnight Caregivers

Hartford, CT

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

Friendly Environment - 24-hour support available, a fun team-centric atmosphere * Companionship & Friendship - Create lasting relationships with seniors and their loved ones. * Reimbursement - Get ...

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12 Hour/Overnight Caregivers

Monroe, CT

$14.50 - $18/hr

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Waterbury, CT

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for 12 hour in the United States is $16.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a 12-hour shift worker, you need physical stamina, time-management skills, and often a high school diploma or relevant vocational training depending on the industry. Familiarity with scheduling software, safety protocols, and industry-specific equipment is typically required. Adaptability, resilience, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing long hours and collaborating with team members. These skills help ensure sustained productivity, safety, and well-being during extended work periods.

What is it like to work a 12-hour shift schedule, and how can I manage work-life balance in such roles?

Working a 12-hour shift typically means longer workdays but often fewer days worked per week, such as three or four shifts. This schedule can offer extended time off between shifts, but it may also be physically and mentally demanding due to the length of each shift. Effective time management, proper rest, and self-care are essential to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Many employees find that clear communication with family and using days off for recovery help them thrive in this environment.

What are 12 hour jobs?

12 hour jobs refer to work shifts where employees typically work for twelve consecutive hours, often in industries that require around-the-clock staffing such as healthcare, manufacturing, or emergency services. These shifts can be either day or night and may be part of a rotating schedule, such as three days on followed by several days off. While 12 hour shifts can offer longer periods off between workdays, they also demand sustained focus and can be physically and mentally demanding. Workers in 12 hour jobs need to manage fatigue and maintain a good work-life balance.

What is the difference between 12 Hour vs Emergency Medical Technician?

Aspect12 HourEmergency Medical Technician
Work ScheduleTypically 12-hour shifts, often overnight or rotatingUsually 8-12 hour shifts, often day or night shifts
CertificationsNot required; may vary by roleRequires EMT certification
Work EnvironmentVaries; hospitals, clinics, or emergency settingsAmbulance, emergency scenes, hospitals
Industry UsageGeneral shift length termSpecific healthcare emergency role

While both roles may involve long shifts, 12 Hour refers to shift length, whereas Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a specific healthcare role requiring certification. EMTs often work 12-hour shifts in emergency settings, but the term 12 Hour can also apply to other roles with similar shift durations.

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12 Hour Shift Nurse

The Rehab Center at Traylor

Roanoke, AL

$24.25 - $33/hr

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Posted 29 days ago

Job description

RN or LPN
Required Qualifications
  • This is a 12 Hour Nursing Position.
  • A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or a graduate of an approved RN program.
  • Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required.
  • Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in practicing state.
  • Current CPR certification.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Directs the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures.
Ensures that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned.
Participates in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.
Observes for changes in residents' status, notifying the physician and resident's family or representative and documenting accordingly.
Transcribes physician orders to medical record and carries out orders as written.
Prepares and administers medications as per physicians' orders and observes for adverse effects.
Performs wound treatments as per physicians' orders, observes for changes and documents accordingly.
Schedules follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.
Provides nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.
Provides direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures.
Performs rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties.
Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents' needs are holistically met.
Informs appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and files grievances as necessary.
Reports any incidents or unusual occurrences to the supervisor, unit manager, assistant director or nursing or director of nursing and participates in the investigative process as needed.
Participates in end of life care as required.
Ensures that there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notifies appropriate personnel of needs.
Initiates, reviews and updates care plans as required.
Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
Participates in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.
Additional Tasks
  • Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents' rights.
  • Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
  • Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
  • Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
  • Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
  • Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
  • Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
  • Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility's emergency plan.
  • Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
  • Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
  • As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
  • Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
  • Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
  • Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
  • Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
  • Must be able to relay information concerning a resident's condition.
  • Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
  • Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
  • Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
  • Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
  • May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
  • Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
  • May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.
  • Must possess leadership, supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
  • Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.
  • Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
  • Works at nursing station and throughout the facility.
  • Subject to frequent interruptions.
  • May work beyond normal working hours and on weekends, holidays when necessary.

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