I am just wondering how long everyone took off from work. I am an RN and so I am on my feet the entire time basically. Heavy lifting. I work 12 hour shifts. So I'm trying to gage how long to expect to need off. Thank you!

Honestly with my kids at home for the summer I think I will get more rest at work.

I'm an RN and I had surgery on a Friday and went back to work on Tuesday.

Edited June 9, 201511 yr by Soonergal91

I was given 3 weeks by my doctor. He is so wonderful he would have given me more but I don't want to abuse the work leave. I have a desk job too so it really has nothing to do with heavy lifting but working and dealing with the low energy and graduation into liquids to puréed to mushy food takes some getting used to. He really felt that someone needs to time to get their eating on track... No rushing, no mindless eating ... Stick to sipping and chewing. I'm all for it. My energy level is terrible as well so it's nice to have the time to work on that while I start up my work out programs again. After 3 weeks I will be absolutely ready.

That may be the reason my doctor said 4 weeks no if, ands, or buts! My manager wanted me back the week after surgery because the unit had an unexpected shortage on night shift....my partner was out due to an MVC per her doctor's orders do that left day and evening shifts to cover.

I had provided a solution when my doctor told me 4 weeks 2 weeks before my surgery but my manager dropped the ball then expected me to be "Johnny on the spot" and come in. My doctor was not happy and said unconditionally "No!" And writ a second excuse in case they tried to deviate from the FMLA paperwork she signed previously.

Board, yes a little. Very tired though on some days to the point of napping like a baby while other days I have tons of energy! Still on full liquids until next week then it's soft food in week 4 post surgery per Dr. Camelo.

Everyone is different and ultimately the PCP and or surgeon decides based on the individual. My PCP is not the generous type but neither is she too relaxed....she is straight forward and a "no holds barred" with her patients! LOVE her!!!!!

Michelle

Rn here too. Total time off is 4 weeks. I worked right up to the day before surgery and i too work 12 hr shifts on critical cardiac floor.

Thank you everyone for your input!