Free Things to do in New York City
Photo: https://www.nyc.com/ Ever wonder what to do in New York City? You can find fun, inexpensive and free things to do in New York City. Are you a beer drinker? How about a Free Brewery tour? Explore a different neighborhood with a city walking tour of SOHO, Little Italy, The Brooklyn Bridge, or a Staten Island Ferry ride. Yes still FREE and much more….. There is so much to do in NYC, and it can be expensive. Save your wallet and check out these free things to do. There is something for every interest. Find Free Things to do in New…
Talking Taxes: The “Abandonment” Issue Regarding Tax Homes, Part 2
The Traveler Tax Home “Abandonment” Issue Written prior to tax reform 2017. Watch for future articles. In last month’s installment, we explored a relatively new rule some agencies impose after a traveler has worked 2 years of assignments, requiring them to return home for 45 days. In some cases, the traveler must work at home during the 45 day period before returning to travel. As we mentioned, there are variations of the rule, but in all of them, a substantial visit to the home is required after two years of service. Where did this come from? For some, this may…
Embarking on a Health Journey: Connections Made on the Road
The following is the second in a series of posts documenting the path of two Graduate nurses embarking on an unconventional Health Journey… This second article discusses connections made on the road. I met Maggie and Chelsea at a Gypsy Nurse Meet & Greet in Knoxville back at the beginning of May 2013. Maggie and Chelsea were at that point, nearly Graduate Nurses, with only a few short days left of finals and Graduation. I’m still uncertain why they chose to attend the Travel Nurse Meet & Greet but I am thrilled to have met them and been invited along…
Talking Taxes: The Tax Home “Abandonment” Issue
Guest Article via Joseph Smith @ TravelTax.com Written prior to tax reform 2017. Watch for future articles. What is Tax Home “Abandonment”? How does tax home abandonment affect the Travel Nurse? What can you do to protect yourself? Joseph Smith from TravelTax.com helps make some sense of this confusing issue. Many travelers have asked us about recently updated agency policies that require a traveler to return home and either work locally or stay at home for 30 to 45 days every two years. The conversation goes along these lines: “You have been traveling for two years. You need to go…
Career Changes In Nursing: Exploring the Options, Reasons and Methods
Disclaimer: This article has corporate sponsored links. The possibility of career changes in Nursing is one of the draws to the profession. A nursing career can be anything you want it to be. The possibilities are endless. You can work in a high-energy position like ER or Trauma with all the excitement that you can handle, as a case manager in a lower key office setting, or even start your own Nursing Business as an Entrepreneur. There are thousands of positions and specialties within nursing. It all comes down to finding your own personal niche. According to the BLS (Bureau…
A Travel Nurse Relocating to Australia: Trials and Tribulations
As a Travel Nurse relocating to Australia is a scary prospect. I’d thought I’d had greater culture shock in Miami, but starting my Australian nursing position changed my mind. Traveling halfway around the world with the uncertainty associated with moving to a new country can be overwhelming. Although Australia is an English speaking country, their English may not be your English. Beyond deciphering the accent, one must understand the slang and acceptable verbiage. Culture shock is inevitable. When you think of your experiences as a travel nurse, culture shock might be a way of life for you. It might be dependent on…
Ask A Travel Nurse: How do I avoid Pet Quarantine in Hawaii?
Gypsy, What does it take for a travel nurse to take a pet to Hawaii? I’ve heard so many different stories, I don’t know what to believe? Can I avoid the pet quarantine in Hawaii? Tonya Taking a pet to Hawaii requires some pre-planning but it isn’t impossible. Many believe that “The dog will probably have to be quarantined for a month before he can live with you.” There is some truth to this statement and the quarantine can actually be as long as 120 days!. Don’t despair, there are ways to get around the ‘mandatory’ pet quarantine in Hawaii.…
2013 Travelers Conference Events/Links
The Gypsy Nurse Welcome Reception & Pre-Party The 2013 Travelers Conference The Travelers Conference is held annually with this being the 6th year. It has grown into the largest single gathering of healthcare travelers in the United States. Organized by volunteers who are themselves current or former travelers, the sole purpose of this event is to provide a relaxed setting that gives travelers an opportunity to network with other travelers and industry insiders, earn some excellent CEUs, meet agency representatives in a relaxed, low-pressure setting, and just plain enjoy a tax-deductible Vegas trip. Monday and Tuesday, October 28-29, 2013 Time:…
The How-To Guide for Australia Travel Nurse
Getting Registered in Australia. Are you considering Australian travel nursing? Below you will find information on the process to begin Australian travel nursing to help you on your way. The process of getting registered is a bit cumbersome, but once the applications are filled out, it’s just a matter of following the Agency’s instructions. In Australia, Registered Nurses are registered through the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). There are offices in the capital city of each state. Although it’s a similar process to applying for licensure from state to state in the United States, the Agency has several additional…
Nurses “Eat Their Young”?
I did a phone interview the other day for a Healthcare Magazine in Chicago. The interviewer asked me about the saying, ‘nurses eat their young? and what does it mean?’ She also wanted to know where/why this term started. I was stumped. How do you explain this type of behavior within your profession? It’s actually embarrassing… I began to reflect on this question after the interview was over, and I still can’t say that I understand the ‘why.’ Is it jealousy? Perhaps we don’t want to see others succeed? Maybe it’s just a rush to get our own work done…