“Hi, I’m Noelle.”

“Welcome to Surgical Services, my name is Kathy, nice to meet you.” “Is it your first day?”

“Oh, I’ve been here for ages, I’ve just called in a lot because I haven’t felt very well.” “In fact I’ve missed six out of my last nine shifts.”

“That is unfortunate… anyway, let’s go grab this orthopedic patient and get them ready for surgery!”

“Ok.”

So, what shifts will you be working when you are off orientation Noelle?”

“My master schedule is 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, 1430 till 2300.”

“That is a difficult schedule.”

“Yes, it’s not going to be easy, what with me being pregnant and all.”