Working as a travel nurse, you will be working in different hospitals. Conflict in the workplace can make working at some hospitals unbearable, even if you know that you are only there for 13 weeks. Avoiding conflict in the workplace does not have to be a huge challenge, but it can help you make your time at that hospital more enjoyable. Here are some of the ways that you can avoid conflict in the workplace as a travel nurse.
Avoid Personality Clashes
One of the main causes of conflicts in the workplace is caused by personality clashes. Personality clashes are difficult to resolve, and avoiding that person is not going to work. Do your best to avoid unprofessional discussions with this person, and take the high ground if a disagreement is about to happen.
As a travel nurse, you are only going to be at that location for around 13 weeks. However, you still need to treat people with respect, so treat them how you would like to be treated. Take the time to think about how you are asking for help or speaking to make sure you are getting your message across clearly.
My Grandmother always told me to ‘behave as if you are a guest in their home’ and I encourage you to take her advice.
With how often you switch hospitals as a travel nurse, small conflicts can seem like they are not a problem. However, when reported to your agency, these conflicts can follow you and make finding your next contract difficult.
What conflicts have you encountered in the workplace? Please post in the comments your tips, thoughts, and advice on avoiding or dealing with conflicts as a travel nurse.
Permanent employment? I thought I was supposed to be learning how to TRAVEL.
There comes the point when you may want to get off the road and set down some roots again. Perhaps you want to branch out into another specialty or try a different setting? All of these may require a transition from travel nurse to permanent employment. But how do you know that this is the right choice? You probably don’t. Perhaps it’s time to explore it more thoroughly if you are questioning it.
There are a few things to keep in mind when you get ready to transition from travel nursing to permanent employment to make the transition go a little smoother.
How to Navigate from travel nurse to permanent employment.
The first item that I recommend is that you update your resume. A travel nurse’s resume is much different than a resume for a permanent job. Employers are not looking to see how well you transition from place to place. They are seeking information on your long-term skills. Ask yourself, “What skills has travel nursing given me?” This could include equipment, procedures, types of facilities, etc. Focus on these items.
Tax-Free Reimbursements
Many travel nurses utilize travel nursing as a means to seek a new home for relocation purposes. Many reasons might require the move from travel nurse to permanent employment. Perhaps a spouse has obtained employment in a new city, or a family member needs someone close by. Travel nursing is a great way to scope out a new area without making a firm commitment.
One of the best ways to scope out a new location is to start with a travel nursing assignment. A travel nursing agency can help you find a job and provide free accommodations or a housing subsidy. At the same time, you look for a permanent home and offer reimbursement for some of your travel expenses.
To comply with the IRS rules for obtaining these tax-free allowances, I recommend that you return home after your ‘scouting’ assignment and work at home for a minimum of three months before making the final move. Please consult a tax professional for additional information on IRS Tax home compliance.
Non-Compete Clauses
Whether or not you know of it, most agencies have non-compete clauses in their contracts. These clauses generally go both ways: Between the hospital and the agency and between the travel nurse and the agency. So, what is a non-compete clause? The non-compete clause is an agreement between you and the agency (or between the agency and the hospital) that states you cannot work for that particular hospital for a certain period following your contract. Many times, this is up to a full year. The hospital can face huge fines/fees if they break this clause.
Don’t despair…
There are ways out of the non-compete. If a hospital wants to employ you as a permanent employee bad enough, they can buy out your contract with the travel agency. Think of it like a ‘finders fee.’ The agency ‘found’ you, and they want their cut. The other option (since you need to go home anyway to fulfill the tax requirements) is simply waiting out the non-compete.
Please be aware that it is up to you to know if your travel nursing agency includes a non-compete clause in any of the contracts you sign. If you are unsure after reading your contract, ask your recruiter. You can also ask the recruiter to remove these clauses before accepting a position. Depending on the company and your relationship with them, they may be willing to eliminate it.
A few staffing agencies out there that not only staff for temporary assignments but also do permanent employment. Connecting with one of these companies may make the transition a bit smoother.
Interested in a travel nursing job? Our job board is a great place to search for assignments, and if housing is an issue, our housing page can help. It’s time to make a difference!
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As a travel nurse, you know that maintaining a healthy and affordable diet is not easy. You may know all about the vacuum packed, plastic wrapped food that’s served as breakfast, lunch, or dinner on the plane. On top of poor quality, the portion sizes never seem to touch the edges, leaving you forever opening your wallet for even more overpriced bite-sized morsels. Depending on where in the globe your plane is touching down, you might also have to deal with poor quality food at your destination. However, with a bit of planning, you can make wiser food choices and keep your energy levels high for the adventure that awaits at touchdown.
It’s not uncommon to reach an exotic destination and have the desire to head to the nearest Golden Arches of McDonald’s through fear of foreign foods. I admittedly raise my hand in guilt. But it was this one time I traveled for 32 hours straight, and all I craved was my creature comforts and then to pass out in my hotel bed. However, if you’re a travel nurse or hold another important job that requires intense periods of focus, commitment, and energy, you can’t afford to make the mistake of eating poor quality food.
Here are some tips for maintaining a healthy and affordable diet as a travel nurse.
Research The Local Cuisine Ahead of Time
The beauty of our modern day lives is that there’s just so much information available at your fingertips. Think of all those that traveled to your destination and have already blogged about their experience in detail. Dedicated foodies will shuffle about the globe for the sole purpose of tickling their taste buds by exotic cuisine, and I think they might just be onto something.
Search for recommendations on the best restaurants and special diet options if you’re a vegetarian or vegan. As a travel RN, make the most of these moments in transit by carrying out this important research to avoid a headache later. Think about it. Even if you find just two good restaurants, you’ll be sorted for the often turbulent first few days in a new town or city. I’m sure the owners of those two restaurants will love having you as a repeat customer – breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
Take Your Own Snacks
This is painstakingly obvious but often overlooked in the chaos of packing for your trip. Taking the time to plan and prepare healthy portable snacks at home and throwing into your hand luggage is the perfect way to set foot on your travels. Think of cacao energy balls, homemade muesli bars, or high protein options. Protein is the key to keeping fuller for longer and removing the temptation to buy overpriced airline food. I’ve even noticed some budget airlines charging more than eight times the price of supermarket items!
Take Your Own Supplements
While most of your nutritional needs should come from fresh, whole foods, they’re not always available when you’re on the go. While traveling, I’ve always topped up my daily intake of vitamins and minerals through supplement form. You can get your supplements at a health store or from reputable online distributors, such as Zen Spirit. Some of my staple supplements are:
Multivitamin – once a day supplement covers all bases
Vitamin C – to keep immunity in check
Chlorophyll or spirulina – supports all round glowing health and a healthy digestive system
Vitamin B Complex – especially vital if you’re a vegetarian or vegan as vitamin Bs are mostly animal derived
Matcha green tea – A powerful dose of antioxidants. I’ve even gone so far as buying empty gel capsules and filling my own on-the-go matcha supplement! You can do this with any powdered superfood.
When you’re on a travel RN assignment and you reach the end of a tiresome day, you can be confident that you’ve bumped up your mineral intake.
Find Out Where The Locals Shop
This is important, especially if you’ve traveled to a country where tourism is booming. There’s just so many tourist traps when it comes to dining out and often prices are dramatically inflated. Kick back in a local café and people watch for a bit. Try to pick up on the eating habits of the locals versus the tourists, as I guarantee you they will be vastly different.
You can even ask some locals where the fresh food markets are and prepare your own meals. This will save you mega bucks as a travel nurse, and ensure that you’re getting the freshest varieties of all the local delicacies.
You’re allowed to let some habits slide, provided your overall eating habits while traveling veer towards the healthy side. You’ll notice a huge improvement in your overall energy when you dedicate time to selecting the right nutritionally dense foods. This will set you up for a much more enjoyable time away from home on your next travel nurse assignment.
Written by: Gabriel Velez, Recruitment Consultant, Medical Edge Recruitment
Travel contracts and jobs are both exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time! It is an opportunity to travel anywhere, make more money, see new things, or help in areas that need nurses. When it comes to deciding where to go, there are a few factors you need to consider, especially if you are new to travel nursing.
For those new to travel
“Wow, you are making how much?”
“You are traveling to another beach this weekend?”
“Your agency gives you bonuses just for completing a contract?”
These are probably things you or a friend have said if you are a first-time traveler or interested in contract work. Traveling is an exciting opportunity, but if you are new to it, it can also be an intimidating or daunting task to go somewhere far from home, even if it is for a job you do every day. For those just starting out or exploring the scene, it’s best to stay within your state and only a couple of hours away. Most facilities or contracts will consider anyone commuting 60 or more miles for their work as a traveler. Going to a neighboring city or even across the state can be a great way to get a feel for travel while also staying in an environment that is still “homey.” This is one of the best ways to dip your toes in for the experience!
For those looking for the most money
Money is a driving force for almost everyone. Whether you are looking to build your savings, provide for your family, or are a “treat yourself” type of person, money is very important. Traveling contracts are almost always a higher rate than local contracts. It is crucial to investigate what is being offered in your contract. Is the agency giving you a pay package that is based on 48 hours of work, but the facility caps you at 36 hours a week? Ask questions as to how often you are being paid. Ask if stipends are in addition to your pay or if the contract being presented includes it, making it seem like more money than it really is! More money is always tempting, but the best thing to do is to take a travel contract that is high pay and low risk. Sometimes what’s being presented is high pay and high risk.
Additionally, with high-paying contracts, research how much the area costs. If you are paying for housing, it’s nice to find a high-paying job, but not if your hotel, Airbnb, or housing takes half of it. Furthermore, if everything in the area is expensive (i.e., food, entertainment, etc.), is it worth taking that job just because it pays 10 dollars more per hour than another location?
For those looking for an adventure
Travel nursing is a fun way to vacation! For those that like to work hard and play hard, travel contracts are a good way to find adventure and make money at the same time. As a recruiter, it is so fun to work with adventure-seeking nurses. We work across the nation and have facilities all over the country for those that know what they are looking for. Want to work 3 days a week, and the other 4 be at the beach? Done. Want to go somewhere that’s warm during the winter but has a great city life? We can do that! Plan a vacation and work at the same time as your contract!
All in all, recruiters should be doing what is best for you and your success. We are here because we care about our nurses. Our mission is to find you money, adventure, or a comfortable place that makes you prosperous. Nurses have a tough job, one that is selfless and rewarding, and nothing brings us more joy and fulfillment than taking something stressful like job hunting off your plate!
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Medical Edge Recruitment is the premier travel nursing recruitment agency specializing in providing top talent to clients in the healthcare industry. We connect clinical and allied providers to their ideal opportunities, focusing on building long-lasting relationships through honesty and transparency. In travel nursing, bigger does not always mean better. While we have an extensive network of job opportunities, our experienced team is dedicated to making a personalized provider experience a priority. There are a lot of moving parts in getting set up for a new assignment, but we take care of all the details along the way. Adventure awaits; let Medical Edge Recruitment show you where to go next!
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It’s that time of year again! Spring is in the air, and with it comes the urge to clean up and organize our homes. This same principle can be applied to your nursing resume. If you’re looking to become a travel nurse, now is the time to update your resume and make sure it’s as polished as possible. Whether you’re a new nurse or have been in the profession for a while, learn what should be included in your resume to become a travel nurse.
1. Update your nursing experience
Start by making sure that all of your nursing experience is up to date. It’s best to use a clean format with simple headers, no graphics, and an easy-to-read font.
Along with your education, be sure to list your experiences in reverse chronological order, so recruiters see your most recent experience at the top. This will show recruiters and hiring managers that you have recent and necessary skills and experience required for the travel assignment. Most facilities and organizations require you to have at least two years of nursing experience in your specialty before you qualify to become a travel nurse.
2. List your specialties, certifications and state licensures
Make sure that your name and any relevant certifications and degrees are listed at the top. You’ve worked hard to achieve them, so display them where they’re most visible. It’s important to include this information at the top of your nursing resume for recruiters and hiring managers to see your qualifications and the states you’re able to practice in, which will determine which travel assignments are the best match for you.
3. Include relevant training
Continuing to grow your skills and experience are also important. In addition to listing your nursing experience and certifications, you should also include any relevant training you have received. This can be anything from a basic life support course to more specialized training.
4. Highlight your skills
When updating your resume, it’s important to highlight both your soft skills and hard skills. Your soft skills, like adaptability and excellent communication skills, can indicate how you work as a professional, while your hard skills can distinguish you as a specialist. This can be done by using bullet points or short phrases to describe what you are good at and your relevant experience.
5. Update your computer skills
It’s also important in today’s world to have strong computer skills. This is especially true for nurses, as many hospitals and clinics use electronic medical records (EMRs). Be sure to list out the computer charting skills systems you’ve worked with on your resume. This will help you stand out to recruiters and hiring managers and show that you are able to use the latest technology.
6. List your honors and awards
If you have received any honors or awards, be sure to list them on your resume. It’s best to make sure these are relevant to the travel assignment you’re applying for, but this will also show recruiters and hiring managers that you are a high-achieving nurse.
7. Update your contact information
One final thing to update on your resume is your contact information. This includes aspects like your name, address, phone number, and email address.
Make sure that all of your contact information is up-to-date and accurate. This will ensure that recruiters and hiring managers can easily get in touch with you.
8. Proofread your nursing resume
Once you have updated your resume, be sure to proofread it carefully. This will ensure that there are no mistakes and that it looks professional. If possible, ask someone else to proofread it for you. This can help catch any errors that you may have missed.
Updating your nursing resume is a necessary task if you want to become a travel nurse. It provides the opportunity to showcase your achievements, successes, and skills. With these tips, you can make sure that your resume is up-to-date and ready for you to apply for your next travel nursing assignment.
If you’re looking for a travel nursing opportunity, consider CareerStaff Unlimited. We offer a wide variety of travel nursing assignments available in locations across the United States! Sodon’t’t wait; update your nursing resume and become a travel nurse today!
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Are you feeling nervous about taking on your first assignment as a Travel Nurse? Here are a few tips for setting you up for success!
Get and Stay Organized
If you are getting ready to take on your first assignment as a traveling nurse, you need to stay organized every step of the way. You need to make sure your paperwork and information are updated. Prepare for your phone interview and bring copies of any necessary documentation to your first day. Being organized will help you out tremendously in the long run!
Stay in contact with your recruiter
When you get a recruiter, they will be your best friend on your journey. They are on your side to make sure you are placed in the perfect fit for you. Once you start your assignment, be sure to check in with your recruiter to update them to help you with future assignments.
Keep an open-mind
Going to an unfamiliar place away from the people you love can be overwhelming and hard to adjust to. When going into your assignment, always have an open mind and a positive attitude. Getting to know people you will be working with will help you open up to new opportunities and growth in your career!
Ask questions
When taking on a new assignment, you will be encountered different situations and people. If you are unsure about a task, don’t be afraid to step up and ask questions. It is better to ask questions as soon as possible instead of being hesitant about a situation.
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For a travel nurses, finding balance between work and exploration is a skill worth mastering.
Being a Travel Nurse starts with the art of self-care. Let’s face it, nurses are by nature the world’s nurturers. Your compassion for others is your ‘why’ for your chosen career. In order to be really good at what you do, however, you know you have to put your own metaphorical oxygen mask on before you help the passenger next to you. Adventuring can help you achieve the life balance you need.
Work from a Lifestyle of Self-Care
Adopting a philosophy of self-care first will give you the confidence to work the rest of the balancing act without compromising yourself in the process. Whether you’re home or on assignment, developing a lifestyle of self-care including a healthy diet, exercise, quiet time, and personal time to explore interests will make you a happier person and a better nurse. Self-care is the foundation of the life you create; everything springs from this single well. Only a healthy, rested, energized travel nurse can have satisfying adventures and a joy-filled career.
Travel Nurse, Know Thyself
This is where you give yourself permission to design your own life and own it. Exploring your likes and dislikes can help frame your work life. If you don’t like hot weather, then a job at a higher elevation in Panama would be a better fit than one on the coast. Maybe you can’t get enough of big city monuments and museums, or maybe off-roading the high desert revs your motor.
Does adventure mean the adrenaline surge of base jumping or dropping into a monster wave to you, or is your idea of adventure exploring a new culture or hiking through a deep forest? As a travel nurse, you have the flexibility to follow your bliss – so figure it out, own it; go there, do that.
Make a Bucket List, and Check It Twice
Let’s say you get a nursing assignment in New York City. (Who wouldn’t jump at the chance?) Sit down and make a list of all the things you dreamed of doing if you ever made it to The Big Apple. As Alicia Keys’ Empire State of Mind flows through your headphones, get busy on that list: the Apollo Theater in Harlem, Broadway, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Central Park, Times Square; your list of urban adventures continues to grow. Let it all out. Once you finish your list, circle your top ten choices. This is the must-do content for your upcoming adventure schedule.
You’ve developed a habit of self-care, figured out the kind of environment that suits you, and explored the kinds of adventure activities that give you the emotional response you crave, be it excitement, fearlessness, accomplishment, or something else. Now it’s time to turn ideas into reality.
Insist on a Predictable Work Schedule
There are few careers, especially in helping industries, where those you serve aren’t constantly pushing against your boundaries. Responsibilities scale up, downtime gets encroached upon, clients become more particular or demanding, and everyone has an opinion about your job description. Of course, you want to play nicely and be accommodating where you can (after all, that’s kind of who you are), but your schedule is the one place you need inviolable boundaries. Even if it isn’t the schedule of your dreams, predictability is the only sure way to strike a work/adventure balance as a travel nurse.
The rest of the plan hinges on your ability to say no when you need to, so you can protect the space you’ve created for self-renewal, also known as adventure!
Use Your Adventure Tools – Books, Maps, and Apps
Lonely Planet is one of the best travel guide books you can own for nearly any region of the world. You can get them as trade books or downloadable ebooks. They’re excellent for detailed maps, local attractions, lodging, restaurants, regional planning, and travel advice. They’re also updated often. You can become fairly well-informed about an area before you ever get to your next gig.
Schedule Your Upcoming Adventures
Planning helps you get the most from your free time. On your calendar, fill in your work hours and see where you can schedule a day trip to a nearby town, a three-hour snorkel tour, or even an hour-long stroll along a boardwalk. Even if it’s only a few hours a week or a weekend a month, there’s something about formalizing your adventures by writing them out that makes them stick. Well-laid adventure plans help you make the most of your downtime, and bring balance into your life.
Author: Evan is a rare-breed of freelance writers who, believe it or not, doesn’t drink coffee! Currently serving as a content specialist for FreedomCare, an agency that helps with Medicaid’s CDPAP program, he’s grateful for the opportunities he’s had to share his thoughts and stories with people through this crazy place called the internet.
So, you took an assignment in Portland, Oregon. What should you do on your days off? If it is the typical assignment, you will have 13 weeks to explore the town and those around it. Portland is a beautiful city. There is so much to do in the city and even outside of the city. We have good news; we have a few fun things to do on your days off.
At 620 feet tall, Multnomah Falls is Portland’s tallest waterfall. According to their website, the Falls is located just 30 miles east of downtown Portland along the Historic Columbia River Highway; the two-drop cascade attracts visitors of all types and ages, with wheelchair-accessible viewing platforms and steep hiking trails that lead to the top. Fed by rainwater and snowmelt, the falls’ steady stream runs year-round, making it a year-round attraction. The highest volume comes in winter and spring, and the waterfall sometimes freezes partially at the height of winter.
There is also a lodge on site that includes a gift shop, restaurant, espresso bar, and U.S. Forest Service interpretive center.
Portland Japanese Garden
The Portland Japanese Garden was mentioned by a few people in our Facebook group as a place you need to visit when you take an assignment in Portland. Looking at their website, we can see why this should be on this list. The garden is breathtaking even from the site; we can only imagine what it looks like in person. According to their website, “The Garden sits nestled in the hills of Portland, Oregon’s iconic Washington Park, overlooking the city and providing a tranquil, urban oasis for locals and travelers alike. Designed in 1963, it encompasses 12 acres with eight different garden styles and includes an authentic Japanese Tea House, meandering streams, intimate walkways, and a spectacular view of Mt. Hood. This is a place to discard worldly thoughts and concerns and see oneself as a small but integral part of the universe.”
The International Rose Garden is a test garden. I am sure the pictures do the park no justice, but it looks like a beautiful place to visit. According to their website, they serve as a testing ground for new varieties of roses. They say that more than 10,000 individual rose bushes are in bloom from late May through October. They have over 610 varieties, and the majority of the roses grown in the garden are commercially available. About 10 to 20 varieties of roses are replaced each year with some of the best new roses released onto the market. According to their website, Portland’s Rose Society was established in 1888. They have information on their site about the Portland Rose Society if you are a resident of Portland or it is your hometown and are interested in becoming a member.
They offer guided group tours; however, these are unavailable due to COVID until further notice.
The Screen Door Restaurant was mentioned by quite a few members of our Facebook group. The restaurant was started in 2006 by Nicole and David Mouton; they had lived in Portland since 2001. They were originally from Southern Louisiana. According to their site, “Our concept is capturing and sharing all that is quintessential in our history and experience of southern foodways layered with what we like to think of as northwest food values. This means eating local, eating fresh from the garden, being passionate about food and where it comes from. To us, this is a perfect marriage of southern comfort food decadence and valuing and honoring the rich bounty of foods produced by our local farmers here in our region. This meeting place of fried and fresh helps describe our food, but to understand us is to consider the meaning of hospitality.”
They offer brunch, dinner, and dessert menus. Each menu offers a variety of options, most incorporating southern and Cajun cuisine. They have something for everything, with their dinner menu offering the most options.
Washington Park has a lot to offer its visitors. It houses the Japanese Garden and the Rose Garden we mentioned earlier, but it offers even more. Including Oregon Zoo, Archery Range, Hoyt Arboretum, Memorials and Statues, Rose Garden Children’s Playground, Tennis Courts, and while not currently open, it also is home to the World Forestry Center Discovery Museum.
Oregon zoo looks like it would make a great place to visit on your day off. There is timed entry, so you must pre-purchase your tickets. According to their website, the zoo is “home to nearly 2,000 animals representing more than 200 species from around the world. Discover how you can help make a better future for wildlife. See for yourself why the zoo is the #1 paid attraction in the state and learn how easy it is to help create a better future for wildlife.”
The Hoyt Arboretum is another excellent option to visit on your day off; according to their website, “Hoyt Arboretum is Portland’s museum of living trees, featuring more than 2,300 species of trees from around the world, along 12 miles of trails. Trail maps are available. Managed in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation.”
If neither of these things piques your interest, there is sure to be something for you to do at Washington Park. They also offer picnic areas, so you could take your lunch and have a nice quiet picnic outside and relax in the park.
We hope you found this list of things to do on your days off in Portland, Oregon, helpful. We would love to hear if you have favorite places to visit when you take an assignment in Portland or from Portland and have suggestions. Comment them below.
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Are you currently a healthcare traveler or considering traveling this year? Now is the time to jump aboard! With a high demand for travel healthcare professionals across the nation, you will be sure to find a contract that is the perfect fit for you.
Why you will love travel nursing
1. Flexible Schedule
As a traveler, you can likely find a contract that fits the schedule you are looking for. Whether you prefer working night shifts or working days, you can discuss with your recruiter and account manager what you are looking for this way; they can pair you with a contract that fits your desired schedule. You will also find that the length of the contract will allow you the perfect amount of time to get a feel of what you are looking for in future assignments. Traveling provides an excellent opportunity to find an assignment that works around your timeline and needs.
2. Change of Scenery and Locations
One of the exciting factors of healthcare traveling is you get the opportunity to change up your scenery and determine where you will go with each new assignment. Working at new facilities expands your network reach allows you to make new friends and grow professionally. On your days off, you can check out new local attractions, try new restaurants, and explore surrounding areas. It provides a sense of freedom that can make you feel refreshed and always looking forward to your next adventure.
3. Nursing Career Growth
As a traveling healthcare professional, you will get firsthand experience of what it is like to work at various facilities across the United States. This might include some of the nation’s most prestigious and well-known hospitals, or it might include more dire facilities in need in rural areas. Working with each facility type expands your knowledge and allows you to grow in various settings.
4. Financial Freedom
It’s no secret that working as a healthcare traveler may see slightly higher rates of travel nursing than you would be working as a full-time employee at a hospital or facility. This is because of hospital and facility demand and being that person to step in and fill the gaps where there is a need for healthcare workers. If you’re looking to make extra cash combined with a schedule that fits your needs, travel healthcare might be in your future if it isn’t already!
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